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What additional types of events do you service?

Anniversaries, Baby Showers, Bar / Bat Mitzvahs, Birthdays, Bridal Showers, Christenings, Corporate Events, Eco-Friendly / Green Weddings, Engagement Parties, Holiday Parties, LGBT Weddings / Ceremonies, Memorials, Quinceaneras, Sweet 16s

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Photojournalism

What do your packages include?

Albums, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Matted Prints

Do you have liability insurance?

Yes

Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?

All special techniques and requests are welcome.

Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?

Just about all.

Is your media preference film or digital?

Digital.

How many photographers do you work with?

Just me. I'm known by my clients for being everywhere at the same time!

Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?

Yes.

Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?

Not more than one event per day. Sometimes more than one event over a weekend.

Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?

I have connections with many photographers through wpja.com and pictage.com.

What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?

Canon 5d bodies, Canon lenses and flashes.

Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?

Yes.

Do you charge hourly or full day?

Both.

Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?

Yes, rates are provided at meeting.

What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?

None, unless I take a few minutes to eat a meal.

Do you charge for travel?

Sometimes.

How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?

Standard long-term turnaround in the biz is 5-6 weeks, however I am always faster at my edits!

In what format are the initial proofs offered?

Online.

How long can the client keep the proofs?

Available for 3 months. DVD of high resolution images available for lifetime.

Do you retain the copyright for the photos?

If the DVD is included in your contract, you will also receive a personal use copyright release for personal printing rights.

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?

Yes.

What kind of albums do you offer?

Coffee-table books, fabric-embraced albums, flush-mount albums.

When will the client get the final album?

Depends on the amount of revisions you want. Normal turnaround can be anywhere from 2 to 4 months.

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Additional Answers & Advice:

Your wedding photos are the one item that will last long after the "I dos". My strongest piece of advice is be carefull that you choose quality in the creativity, the attentiveness, the products, and customer service of your photographer. Photography is usually to be considered within the top two items of a photography budget. While it may end up costing a little more than you planned for your budget, it is so worth it. And I am truly speaking from a real life viewpoint, not as a business owner. This is a once in a lifetime event and you just can't bring back a moment and capture it on film after it's done.

Another piece of advice is to consider hiring at least a day of coordinator. You will have such a whirlwind of a day and being able to unload all the stress of all the tiny details will provide you so much relief and keep a smile on your face!