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Business Details

Categories:

Photography, Videography

What additional types of events do you service?

Anniversaries, Baby Showers / Milestones, Bridal Showers, Christenings, Engagement Parties, Graduations, LGBT Weddings / Ceremonies, Proms

Employees:

Accepts:

Cash, Check

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?

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?

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 or full edited CD of all images

How long can the client keep the proofs?

Client can keep all proofs.

Do you retain the copyright for the photos?

Yes for advertising. Release form is avaliable for client to print images.

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?

What kind of albums do you offer?

4X6 Leather proof book. 12 page 8X10 Black Italian leather album. Also leather album with printed pages like a book with about 100 pages.

When will the client get the final album?

Once photos are selected from proofs, album is completed in 3 weeks. Other album is designed by photographer giving you a High Light of your special day in a book with printed pages.

Frequently Asked Questions for Videography

What primary style do you identify with?

Documentary, Storytelling

What do your packages include?

Ceremony, Edited Video, Montage - Childhood / Dating, Montage - Music Dubbed Over, Montage - Wedding Highlights, Pre-Ceremony, Reception

What formats can the final video be in?

DVD

Do you have liability insurance?

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?

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 deals, 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.

Other Information

Additional Answers & 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.