Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Black and White, Sepia, Color Enhancement, Specialized Editing, High Resolution DVD
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Soft light, Candlelight, Overcast, Mirrored Halls
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
How many photographers do you work with?
One or Two. Generally two.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Never
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?
Numerous Lenses, Stands, Tri-Pod, etc.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Customized for each event
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Dinner and possible bathroom break. We have more than one photographer so there is never no coverage.
Do you charge for travel?
Yes
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Between 6 to 8 Weeks. Often sooner
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
DVD or proofs
How long can the client keep the proofs?
I would need to have them back in a timely manner.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
No-You have the rights to your pictures.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes-usually for website use/business card and fliers
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
Yes-digital files
Will images be available for viewing online?
Not at this time
What kind of albums do you offer?
Customized for each event