Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Black and white, sepia toning, hand-colored, saturated colors and wide angels.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Bright light, day time , night, overcast, window, candlelight, painterly, and flash.
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital but will shoot film if requested.
How many photographers do you work with?
1- 2
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Absolutely! I guarantee I will be the main photographer!
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No not on the same day. I am available to photograph two weddings on a weekend. One on Saturday and one on Sunday.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
I have always shot my own weddings. I have never used a replacement photographer.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Two cameras, strobe equipment:lights, umbrellas, bounce cards, light meter, tripod, filters.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Absolutely!
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Usually just a day rate. Depends on the package and arrangement with the client.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes, depends on wedding client's arrangement and approval.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
I am always shooting. There are no specific breaks.
Do you charge for travel?
No, unless working out of the Los Angeles / Orange County area.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
2- 3 weeks. I take time to retouch after the wedding.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
CD-Rom
How long can the client keep the proofs?
For as long as they wish.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
No
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?
Yes
Will images be available for viewing online?
Eventually
What kind of albums do you offer?
Traditional and flush mounted books; picture can take up the whole page like a published book.
When will the client get the final album?
After 2-3 weeks the client will have an initial viewing. Then 2-3 weeks more for the book production before finished product.