Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
I offer color, black and white as well as photos with colorization.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
A wide range.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I use digital for my photography work.
How many photographers do you work with?
I am the primary photographer, but I do have assistants who can work with me.
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 book one wedding a day
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 use Canon and bring a wide variety of lenses.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
always...extra camera bodies lenses and flashes
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I work on an Unlimted Time Basis
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
no charges apply
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
none
Do you charge for travel?
It depends if it's an out of state wedding and I can drive to it. I usually ask for a room for the evening.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
about 2-3 weeks
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
website and hardbound proofbook
How long can the client keep the proofs?
The proofbook is yours to keep.
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?
depends on the package the we put together.
Will images be available for viewing online?
yes, on a password protected site.
What kind of albums do you offer?
I have a wide variety to offer.
When will the client get the final album?
It depends on how soon you are able to get a list of photos for your book to me and to give the final okay for the design. Designing takes about 2 weeks.