Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Catching my clients without them even knowing I took the photos gives the photos a natural look
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Natural sun gives the pictures a artisic look
Is your media preference film or digital?
All Digital
How many photographers do you work with?
I do all the photos. I know what I'm looking for and I don't want to worry if a second photogrsapher is doing their job. I also want to save my clients money.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Totally. You hire me you get me only.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Twices in 29 years
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
In my area there are several wedding photographers. We all get along great and we'll cover each other.We're true professionals and friends.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
2 to 3 of everything I need.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
2 to 3 of everything
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Both what ever fits my clients budget. But also it depends if it's a prime time wedding date.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
$250.00
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
A photographer is never on break.I'm there to work. I won't photograph when B/G and guest are eating the main course.
Do you charge for travel?
No up to 90 miles.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
2 weeks.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
4 x 6 proof size phots in a proof album
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Forever
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes until the package is complete. I'll give you the copyrights and the CD of all the photos.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes unless you don't wish for me to use your photos.I respect that.
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?
Yes for 6 months.
What kind of albums do you offer?
Proof-Large-Parents-CoffeeTable Books
When will the client get the final album?
One month after you give me your order.