Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
All items are photographed in color and I can print sepia, black & white prints with a variety of borders.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I've shot in the darkest rooms lit by candles to the brightest beaches at noon.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I shoot all digital.
How many photographers do you work with?
I always bring an assistant and I can bring numerous additional photographers depending on the client's needs.
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. When you book a day I do not accept other jobs that 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 bring all professional digital gear and some lighting equipment.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Of course. Lots.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
8 Hour day.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
$400.00 per hour of overtime.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
1 to eat.
Do you charge for travel?
That depends on the location.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
6 - 8 weeks.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Website and DVD.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Forever.
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?
Matted traditional albums, flush albums and coffee-table books. Parent & guest albums are also available.
When will the client get the final album?
Yes, if you order one.