Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Black & white, sepia, spot coloring, skin retouching, weight loss, preparation for canvas wraps. We make your images shine!
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
We can shoot in anything from directly on the sun to a dark cave.
Is your media preference film or digital?
100% Digital.
How many photographers do you work with?
I work with several different photographers as second shooters depending on the style of the vent.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes. Of Course.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Only one wedding per day. You can have me from when you wake-up to the end of the night!
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?
Canon Professional DSLR's and other tools that you don't need to know about. When was the last time you asked your auto mechanic what type of wrench he was using?
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes. Everything has a back-up. Some back-up's have back-up's!
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I charge per contracted event. You will get unlimited time on your wedding day with any of our packages!
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
There is no additional time charge. I'll stay all night if you want.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Just a meal break
Do you charge for travel?
Only outside the Phoenix Valley area. My travel rates are very affordable
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
About three to four weeks
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Online proofing gallery or Interactive proofing DVD on your TV.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
The proof gallery is online for a minimum one year. Some packages include it for longer as part of our image backup services.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes. But you will receive a DVD and print release to make as many prints as you wish for personal use.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Usually, but this is negotiable. If you have privacy concerns, please discuss that with me and we'll put everything in writing for you.
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
Yes, all of our standard packages include a DVD and print release to make as many prints as you wish for personal use.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes. To see our gallery please visit: http://deserttrends.smugmug.com
What kind of albums do you offer?
We currently work with Graphi Albums, Asuka Book, and Bay Photo. If there's another style album you're interested in, we can get it for you - no problem!
When will the client get the final album?
Custom Album are delivered in 8 - 12 weeks after the you select the images for the album.