Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
I don't do hand coloring, but I do edit my photos in a unique way.
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?
One but a 2nd photographer is available as an addition
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. I only shoot a very limited number of weddings each year so I can provide my clients with the best possible service.
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?
I have a large variety of equipment to large to list, that includes back up gear if something breaks down.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
yes
Do you charge hourly or full day?
both
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
yes. $300/hr.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
I only "break" to eat dinner when everyone else is eating.
Do you charge for travel?
I only charge for the cost of airfare if needed and hotel room.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Typically I have photos on my blog within a week and all the proofs online within a month.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
online, digital
How long can the client keep the proofs?
forever
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
The couple has the right to make prints from the CD of digital negatives. I really wish this site would use another term besides copyright. The photographer always retains the copyright but releases the right to the couple to make prints or for personal use. Copyright ownership is a completely different thing.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes, unless otherwise agreed upon.
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?
Flush mount albums
When will the client get the final album?
Delivery of album is typically within 5-6 months.