What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism, Portraiture
What do your packages include?
Albums, High Resolution Images, Proof CD of All Images
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
yes
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
yes
Is your media preference film or digital?
digital
How many photographers do you work with?
myself and an assistant
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
yes
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
I will book the whole weekend but not multiple events in a day. Only one wedding per day.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
no
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
I bring multiple digital cameras and lenses as well as lighting equipment if necessary.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
yes
Do you charge hourly or full day?
My packages vary between 6 and 8 hours of time.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
yes, $100.00 for each additional hour.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
yes
Do you charge for travel?
If it's more than 40 miles away.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
2 to 3 weeks
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
The proofs are available for viewing and purchase online and a High Res DVD is either included or available for purchase depending on the package.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
The proofs are online for 2 months.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
I retain the copyright for the photos, but the bride and groom are given a photo release with the DVD for printing.
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?
yes, they are either included or offered to purchase depending on the package chosen.
Will images be available for viewing online?
yes
What kind of albums do you offer?
I include a hardcover coffee table book with every package. The amount of images varies depending on the package.
When will the client get the final album?
The client had 30 days from the date the proofs are ready to select the images for their book. The book is ready in 3 to 4 weeks from the receipt of the photo list.