Happenstance Photography by Maria 4.6 out of 5.0 4.6/5.0
1757 union street, san francisco, CA 94123
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Business Info
Services: Photography
Established: 2004
Employees: 3
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About
Happenstance Photography is wining over each client with genuine friendships and fresh timeless images of their wedding day. They are committed to the absolute belief in storytelling, there are stories in faces and in gestures, each and every detail of your day tells that story more completely. Maria and Tutt make it their responsibility to their clients to help them genuinely experience the moments happening all around.
The Mrasek’s have perfected the art of capturing their client’s emotions and moments in beautiful, reverberating pieces of art.
 
Happenstance is a fate happening.
 
Commissions start at $5500

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Endorsements
Maria is simply amazing! Her photography is art. She is fun, has great energy, easy going and easy to work with. You are LUCKY if you book her.
Maria is such a creative and gentle soul, her photography reflects her personality. I truly enjoy working with her and look forward to our next wedding together -- Maria Chang of PMA

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
digital, each image is completely finished and retouched.
 
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
all
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
either
 
How many photographers do you work with?
either myself and ana assistant or myself and Robyn Kessler
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
of course
 
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
no, NEVER.
 
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
yes, and only the best.
 
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
ummm. black camera's with lenses and such...it is not really about the type of equipment, it is all about the eye and talent.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
of course
 
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?
i do not limit my time, I am there from beginning to the end.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
I just ask to sit and share a meal
 
Do you charge for travel?
yes
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
4-6- weeks
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
you receive each finished print in a hand crafted silk box.
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
they are yours to keep.
 
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
yes I do.
 
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
yes I do with the permission of the client.
 
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
yes, one year after the wedding.
 
Will images be available for viewing online?
yes
 
What kind of albums do you offer?
contact studio
 
When will the client get the final album?
contact studio

Additional Questions and Answers
I think most of these questions are a litttle silly. The best way to make an educated decision about your photographer is to just contact them and discuss the details.

Tips and Advice
Photography is an art but not all photographers are artist. You are commissioning me to document your wedding day through my artistic eyes. Be sure the artist you hire is someone you both respect and feel comfortable with.