What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism, Traditional / Posed
What do your packages include?
Albums, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Prints
Do you have liability insurance?
No
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
black & white, black & white with some color, sepia toning
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
softlight, overcast, blue skies,
Is your media preference film or digital?
digital
How many photographers do you work with?
One, I am the owner and the sole photographer.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes, unless there is an absolute emergency and then I will have a fill in professional photographer.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No, I try to only book 2 weddings a month to make sure I can give the Bride & Groom their photos in a reasonable time frame.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes I do.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
I bring 2 slr cameras, 2 flashes, 14 GB in cards, and lots of batteries
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes I do
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Both, I have packages for 4, 6, 8, & 10 hour days.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
I am available for overtime. I never plan anything the actual day of the wedding.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Just the break for dinner.
Do you charge for travel?
I charge $50 for over 50 miles from 34608 zip code.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Two to Three weeks
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
website. With most of my packages I offer 300 4x6 proofbook.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
The proofbook is your to keep.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes I do, but I give you a release to get them printed at the stores.
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?
They are included in most of the packages I offer. Or you can add negatives to any package for only $300.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes. You can view your photos online at www.happilyeverafter.photoreflect.com
What kind of albums do you offer?
Coffeetable Albums, U-Bond Albums, & Old Fashioned Albums
When will the client get the final album?
6-8 weeks