What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Traditional / Posed
What do your packages include?
Albums, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Prints, Proof CD of All Images, Thank You Cards
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
I offer Hand-coloring, retouching, mounting and prints on canvas. All Color prints can also be ordered in Sepia or Black and White.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I have experience working in every lighting situation imaginable. Years of experience allows me to know how to accommodate in even the most difficult lighting situations.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I am shooting digital.
How many photographers do you work with?
I am the primary shooter at each function working with an assistant who can shoot if necessary to cover a different location or angle.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
I do not shoot more than one wedding per day. I have shot as many as 4 in a weekend ( Memorial Day weekend usually )
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
In an emergency I hire a local photographer who is also very good with a similar technique, style, and personality to mine.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Primary camera, back up camera, several lenses ( fast lens for low light situation ) flashes ( 2 ) ..tripod, ( etc etc .. too much to list really )
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Absolutely
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I offer complete packages so there are NO surprises in the end .
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
If overtime is required (Wedding Packages include a certain number of hours ) I am always available to work overtime as no other function is ever booked in the same day. Hourly rate is $75.00 per hour. If I am working an additonal half hour over the normal number of hours, there is NO charge.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Dinner is the only scheduled break.
Do you charge for travel?
After 40 miles each way there is a travel charge. I will drive up to 80 miles per event at no additional cost.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
4-6 weeks depending on season.. off season can be done in as little as 2-3 weeks.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Initial proofs are offered in 4 x 6" prints in an album.. ( This is included in each package ) All images are also loaded to the web for viewing with a password that can be shared with family and friends.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Permanently.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
I reserve the right to use the photographs for marketing. I do normally ask my couples if they mind , however.
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
The 2nd January after their wedding date they may request a high resolution CD
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes
What kind of albums do you offer?
Traditional and Coffee Table Style albums
When will the client get the final album?
4-6 weeks after the couple submit their selections