James David Photography
6351 Corte Del Abeto Ste 111, Carlsbad, CA 92011
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760-804-3731
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Services: Photography
Established: 2000
Employees: 2
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Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
We select some of the fabulous images and apply interesting artist work with our Photoshop expertise. We also turn some of the images into Black and White/sepia toned on those which we believe reflect those tasteful styles.
 
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
We are skilled in all types of lighting.
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
We primarily use digital, but carry one camera with film for a different look.
 
How many photographers do you work with?
Two
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes
 
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No: To make my work exclusive I photograph only one wedding per weekend, providing you and your wedding my absolute attention.
 
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?
We shoot with Nikon camera systems; D300, D2x, D2hs. We shoot in RAW, so that we can adjust our images to get the best results. We have various lenses, flashes, portable studio equipment which we pack to the event.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
We have multiple camera systems so that we are always prepared in the event of some time of malfunction.
 
Do you charge hourly or full day?
We charge by the hour; that said, our Options are: 3 hours, 5, 7, 9 and unlimited.
 
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
We charge $275 per hour for any additional hour not booked in the initial contract.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
We take breaks when you don't know we are doing so; one photographer is still visible even if one is "breaking."
 
Do you charge for travel?
No charge within a 75 distance.
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
14 working days
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Uploaded to Pictage.com website and viewed online.
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Couples chose their favorite images (contract stipulates the number of images they can select) which are then complied in a proof magazine which they keep.
 
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Of course! An artist has copyright protection and rights the moment a work is created.
 
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
We reserve the right to use any image in our promotion or websites. If there is commercial value, we will ask permission from our client.
 
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
We provide a low res disk with the images so that you may view them, post them on Facebook or MySpace. We will sell a high res disk with your images so that you may print them or use them as you desire. We archive all our images for your safety and convenience.
 
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes
 
What kind of albums do you offer?
We offer custom designed albums using Zookbook albums, Art Leather, etc.
 
When will the client get the final album?
It takes about three weeks to design and get approval of the design.

Tips and Advice
Sun Light:   ah that magic which we all take for granted around here.  So you are really excited about having a fabulous wedding, including beautiful photographs and you’ve made all the preperations.   But have you taken into consideration what time the sun goes down in the fall and winter seasons if you are having a late afternoon wedding?  And what about the time change... will that 5 pm wedding actually be an hour later after the time change?   How could you hedge your time for great photos:  a) be prepared early so that you have time before the ceremony for photos; b) slip back into your wedding gown for about an hour the next day for some of the quiet images with your groom; or  c) move up the ceremony time so it is one hour before sunset.   And then head to the party.