Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
I don't really offer any "special techniques", unless cool photography is a special technique. Haha, just kidding. Kind of.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I like natural light, so I don't use a lot of flash, but every now and then I'll break out a soft-box for off-camera flash. And I'll use flash during the reception for dancing photos and stuff.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I'm all digital, all the time.
How many photographers do you work with?
One (me).
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Never more than one wedding in a day, but I will do two weddings in two days on a weekend.
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?
Pro Nikon gear, with full backups of everything. Multiple lenses for different looks throughout the day. The odd lighting equipment.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Definitely.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Full day.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
N/A
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
None, really, unless there's a lull in the action. I'll try to take the odd break for a quick drink or bite to eat, but I'm rarely ever have the camera leave my hand.
Do you charge for travel?
No.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
I try to have everything ready within a few weeks of the wedding date, but I contractually give myself up to 12 weeks in case of any unforseen craziness.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
They're not really proofs; I give fully-edited, high-resolution images on a DVD.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Forever.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
No.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes (if the couple agrees to it in the contract).
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?
Hardcover, flushmount albums with high-quality images printed on archival paper. They look really sweet in person!
When will the client get the final album?
Yes.