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32041 Flower Hill Church Road, Eden, MD 21822
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About
DVS provides Videography and Photography for your Wedding or special event . We provide you with a DVD with precious memories you can cherish for a life time. The DVD is presented in a Classic Black Leather Album. We use wireless Microphones at the church and are unobtrusive when capturing the footage, video is captured with a  high tech Sony 3chip digital broadcast camera.  We can provide 2 photographers for the event if needed, and shoot unlimited photos. Free consultation for video/photo. We specialize in journalistic style & traditional style photos. We primarily serve central Maryland, Delaware, Eastern Shore Maryland & parts of Virginia. You can visit us at www.dvsvideophoto.com. Or click on the Website above.

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Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Photojournalism, Traditional / Posed
 
What do your packages include?
Albums, Digital Files, High Resolution Images, Prints, Proof CD of All Images
 
Do you have liability insurance?
No
 
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
black and white, color.
 
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
softlight, candlelight, overcast, etc.)
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
digital
 
How many photographers do you work with?
Two
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
1/2 hour before contracted time.
 
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No
 
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
One will be provided.
 
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Cameras, lights,tripod,different opitical lenses for shooting in low lighting.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes
 
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Charged by packages chosen.
 
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes $50.00 1/2 hour
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Meal break, but always alert for important things going on.
 
Do you charge for travel?
Only if driving is over 3 hours.
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Proofs are edited down in the order clients book there event. If prime season proofs are ready in 5 to 6 weeks. Off season 3 to 5 weeks
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
4X6 prints
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Client can keep all proofs.
 
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?
Files are available up on request.
 
Will images be available for viewing online?
No
 
What kind of albums do you offer?
4X6 Leather proof book. 12 page 8X10 Black Italian leather album.
 
When will the client get the final album?
Once photos are selected from proofs, album is completed in 3 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions for Videography
What primary style do you identify with?
Documentary, Storytelling
 
What do your packages include?
Ceremony, Edited Video, Montage - Music Dubbed Over, Montage - Wedding Highlights, Reception
 
What formats can the final video be in?
DVD
 
Do you have liability insurance?
No
 
Are you a commercial studio or a home-based business?
home-based business
 
What types, such as unedited footage or special effects, of videography do you offer?
special effects,edited, multiple cameras
 
Describe any special editing services you offer:
Client can provide music for video montage ( CD Quality) no Mp3s
 
Do you have lighting equipment to accommodate a more dimly-lit event?
Yes
 
How many videographers do you work with?
I have worked with 3 videographers on a multi-camera shoot.
 
Does the client get to meet the videographers before the event?
Yes, arrangements can be made to meet videographer and also photographer.Call 443-859-8596 to set up appointment.
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
I'm on location 1 hour before contracted time.
 
Do you book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No
 
Do you have a replacement videographer in case you become unavailable on the event day?
One will be provided. Once booked you are guaranteed to have the videographer you had your appointment with.
 
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
3chip High Tech Sony broadcast camera, wireless mics, lights, tripod,batteries and tapes.
 
Do you bring backup equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Meal break, but always alert for important things going on.
 
Do you charge overtime?
$50.00 for 1/2 hour
 
Do you give access to your raw footage?
No, Raw footage is stored for 1 year in clients file, only accessed by videographer unless other arrangements are made.
 
Do you reserve the right to use the video in the future for promotions, contents, etc.?
Yes
 
Is the client involved in the editing process? If so, how much input does the client have in editing?
No not at this time. Any ideas are always welcome.
 
How long does it take for the client to get the final video?
During the prime season months, videos are edited in order of client bookings. A good edited video takes 6 to 12 weeks.

Tips and Advice

Photography ~ more photographers equals more shot varieties which can capture the unexpected romantic moments. When hiring two photographers have one that specialzes in a  journalistic style & one that does more traditional photos.


Videography ~ Unobtrusive! With today’s high tech equipment, videographers can discreetly document celebrations and allow guest to enjoy the party without the distraction or intrusion of camera equipment.



Wedding Insurance ~ remember the run-away-bride, be insured incase this or another natural disaster happens to you.