Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
I have extensive photoshop skills and can spot color, create beautiful sepia and black and white images. I can eliminate acne, smooth your skin, make your colors pop and create one-of-a-kind eye catching photograhps.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I have worked in every lighting situation imaginable. I have photographed a candlelight ceremony outside, weddings at high noon on the beach, perfectly lit churches, and overcast. A true professional can work in any situation and guarantee the outcome.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I am a gully digital studio. However, I was trained on film. I use to print my Black and White prints in the darkroom. Ahhh the good old days.
How many photographers do you work with?
Myself and a second shooter.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
If that is what is stated in the contract. I offer packages that feature my associate photographer as the lead.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
I only do 1 wedding a day.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes I do, and they are of the same caliber as myself.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
I am a Nikon girl. I bring 2 cameras, 2 flashes, an assortment of lenses and cords.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes, a professional must.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Full day or by the coverage selected. I have different options.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Overtime is $150/hour.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Only the meal break.
Do you charge for travel?
Outside of Santa Clara County, I charge a $100 fee. I charge travel and accommodation for destination weddings.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
About 3 weeks
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
I offer online viewing and a proofing CD.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes.
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.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes.
What kind of albums do you offer?
I specialize in creating one-of-a-kind magazine albums and beautiful custom matted books.
When will the client get the final album?
Shortly after you approve the design.