Christine Lee Smith Photography 4.9 out of 5.0 5.0/5.0
Long Beach, CA 90807
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Services: Photography
Established: 2006
Employees: 2
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About
I'm pulling out all the stops. I'm living life - today - while actively seeking my purpose here on earth.

Recently, largely to the credit of my loving husband, I discovered I poses the following strengths: achievement, responsibility, learning, research and connecting. Earlier in life I learned that not only am I gifted at analysis, as well as suited for a career in photography, but that truth and honesty are deeply routed in my being. This blend of characteristics, traits and strengths profoundly affect the photography I create.

I see people beyond their physicalities - I visualize and capture emotion and the beauty in people, in particular at weddings. The emotional nature of these life-changing events creates some of the most fantastic range of emotions a person can experience. My intimate awareness of environment and surroundings allows me to display honestly, with love, the reality of a moment.

I love working with our couples every year. I see some of the most intimate moments of their wedding day; and I hope with each couple, each wedding, as they look through the photographs of their day that they sense the respect I had for them, their families and friends, and that they see the unbiased beauty of their love.

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Endorsements
Christine is a wonderful photographer and person to have at your side (for every moment) for your wedding day. She creates shots with emotion, personality, and beauty that you will treasure for years.

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism
 
What do your packages include?
Albums, High Resolution Images
 
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
 
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Black & White conversion; retouching; canvas prints; custom framing; and more.
 
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Mixed lighting, indoor lighting, evening lighting, natural lighting, outdoor lighting and daytime lighting.
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital.
 
How many photographers do you work with?
Typically two or more, depending on the couple's needs.
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes; when you book me, I am your photographer.
 
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No. We do not regularly book multiple events during any 48-hour period.
 
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes. We have a fabulous team, and outside resources, for just such a case. However, we've yet to need to use our backup resources.
 
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Professional Canon equipment for cameras and lenses; Quantum system flashes for lighting.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes.
 
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Hourly.
 
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes; $500 overtime rate on the day of the event.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Typically one 15-20 minute break to eat.
 
Do you charge for travel?
Travel included within Southern California.
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Often sooner than our quoted 4-6 week turn around for your wedding photographs.
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Online slide show, then online with a private website for the couple, their friends and family.
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Online proofs are available for three months. If print proofs are included in your package they are forever yours.
 
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?
Yes, included in all of our wedding packages.
 
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes.
 
What kind of albums do you offer?
Eco-Friendly matted, leather and flushmount style albums are available.
 
When will the client get the final album?
Typically 6-8 weeks after the design is approved.

Additional Questions and Answers
Do you provide associate coverage? Yes, we have associate packages available.

Tips and Advice
Take advantage of the engagement session!

We offer each couple a complimentary engagement session with their package choice. We do so for many reasons, but among the top are:

1. It's fun! It's a wonderful opportunity to get to know each other.
2. It allows me to see how you respond in front of the camera, and gives me time to adjust my approach so your wedding day images can be flawless.
3. Shooting your engagement session will not only give you a break from all of the planning, but it will give you a handful of beautiful images you can share with friends and family - or display at your wedding.

Click here to view more details on why you should have an engagement session.