Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
In some pictures we add a touch of soft edges, color with black and white and sepia
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Overcast, Haligen lighting, Sunny
Is your media preference film or digital?
We use all digital filming
How many photographers do you work with?
1-2
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No, we want to make sure that we are with the bride from the begining of her day all the way until her last dance.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Camera, lenses, lighting and in some cases perhaps backdrops
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I charge per package
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
My overtime fees are generally anywhere from $75-$100 an hr
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
One
Do you charge for travel?
Depends on the distance of the venue
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
2-3 weeks
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Website
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
With each package the customer gets the CD
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes, and we offer discounted prices for those who would like to purchase additional photos online.
What kind of albums do you offer?
Hard Cover, Leather or Suede albums, each page has the picture printed right on it. We call it magazine style.
When will the client get the final album?
6-8 Weeks