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Capturing Love. Freezing Time.

 

How would you identify your photographic style? I definitely shoot with a photojournalistic style. I love to capture moments that freeze the raw emotions of the day.

Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning? On top of being a professional photographer, I am also a licensed graphic designer. You will not find this with most wedding photographers. I design all of my albums with skill and expertise, and offer the highest quality photo editing. (I color correct and enhance all images, also changing select pictures to black and white in order to create a more dramatic and emotional image.) We offer the highest quality albums in the industry.

Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations? As a photojournalist, I've experienced a variety of situations and am able to "roll with it" no matter the challenge. I love to shoot available light whenever possible. You will rarely see me using flash.

Is your media preference film or digital? I shoot all digital in order to produce the maximum exposures possible, being able to capture every moment, and allow for digital editing to make your images truly "pop".

How many photographers do you work with? I have a few very talented assistants.

Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event? Absolutely!

Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one wedding in a day? Weekend? Never. I put every ounce of my energy into each and every wedding I shoot. I would never dream of doing two in a day.

Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the wedding day? Yes.

What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of? Two digital SLR cameras, a few lenses, lots of memory cards, backup batteries, my laptop, a second shooter, maybe props, light reflectors....

Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction? Absolutely.

Do you charge hourly or full day? Packages start at $1,100. All packages include at least 6 hours of coverage and 300 enhanced digital negatives on CD.

If hourly, are you available for shooting overtime? If so, how much do you charge for overtime? I charge $100/hr no matter how many hours.

Do you require a meal break? If yes, do you require that the wedding party provide your meal? Yes. This can be as simple as a sandwich and side prepared by the caterer. No one likes their picture taken while they are eating. This provides an ideal time for me to take a short break to eat. I work hard and need to eat just like everyone else.

How many breaks do you usually take throughout the day? I typically only take one short meal break all day. I never want to miss an important moment!

Do you charge for travel? only for weddings far outside the greater Washington, DC, Metro area.

How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing? Proofs are usually ready within the week.

In what format are the initial proofs offered? All packages include online proofing and print purchasing.

Do you reserve the right to publish the photos? Yes, I reserve the sole right to publish Happy Heart Photography, LLC photographs. Clients are given reprint copyright which allows them to may make individual prints for friends and family, and to post online as long as written credit is given to Happy Heart Photography, LLC.

Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the couple? Yes.

Will images be available for viewing on an online gallery? Yes. Free online viewing is included in all of the packages we offer.

What kind of albums do you offer? Forbeyon albums are each custom designed and are the coolest albums you will ever hold in your hands! Far and above all of their competiton, and offered at ridiculously low prices.

When will I get the final book? I usually spend one-two weeks designing your custom album. I then send the digital files to the album company who takes 2-4 weeks to print & bind them. You will have your album in hand within one-two months of your wedding.

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