Photography

Anniversaries, Baby Showers, Bar / Bat Mitzvahs, Birthdays, Bridal Showers, Christenings, Corporate Events, Debutante Balls, Eco-Friendly / Green Weddings, Engagement Parties, Graduations, Holiday Parties, Memorials, Proms, Quinceaneras, Sweet 16s

2004

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Cash, Check, Paypal, AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

May 07, 2013

Contemporary, Photojournalism

Albums, Custom Graphic Design, Digital Files, High Resolution Images, Matted Prints, Negatives, Prints, Proof CD of All Images, Thank You Cards, Video Montage

Yes

Yes - because every wedding photo we artistically create is hand-toned in Adobe Lightroom & Adobe Photoshop, our unique style is custom and intensive.

Absolutely - from low light, to intense out door lighting - we specialize in creatively using available light.

Digital, although you'll find a few of us will still bring along a polaroid camera or two just for fun. :)

We are a custom studio with 3 individual shooters.

Whether it be our chief photographer and owner Brett, or one of our other talented photographers, the photographer you choose for your day will be with you for the entire day of your event.

No individual photographer is ever booked for more than one event in a day, and no photographer handles more than one even per weekend - we want to give you our 100% attention on your wedding day.

Although we've never missed a wedding or event to date, it's always good to know that any professional photographer you are considering has a back-up plan. We are upstanding members of our local photographic community and are able to draw from a network of high-end colleagues should the worst happen.

Multiple camera bodies, multiple lenses, flash units, other cool gizmo's and gadgets. We shoot with professional grade bodies and lenses - high end equipment. To see a list, please see my equipment list on our website; http://www.makingthemoment.com/blog/2008/what-type-of-camera-do-you-shoot-with

Yes, always - every piece of equipment we shoot with has a back-up.

Full day - we believe in holistically telling the story of your day.

Because we already include full day bookings in all packages - extra hours are unnecessary.

The only break we look for is during the dinner meal. This isn't just for us - but it's for your guests, as most guests aren't comfortable with photos of them eating.

If the events are within a considerate distance of our home office usually not. We can custom quote any travel - but most situations with us do not require travel fees.

We have an extensive post-production process for your imagery - because we retouch and creatively produce EVERY image we deliver in your set, a typical turn-around ranges from 8-10 weeks. All delivery dates from us are written into and guaranteed in our booking agreements.

We'll invite you into our creative offices for your "premier" night. We'll lavish you with some fun snacks, wine & hot chocolate while we enjoy your images & laugh over the memories. Additionally, you'll have access to your proofing/final website in a secure custom area. Best yet? They come on DVD for you to have for life :)

We leave on our site for 3 months time - but because we package the image DVD with full resolution, print-licensed images, our clients have their images for life.

Printing rights are licensed to our clients for in home and personal use printing.

Yes

All clients receive a fully restored and hand retouched set of digital files from their event on disk.

Yes

We specialize in custom made StoryBooks - hardbound, library quality books. Our coffee-table like hand crafted books are custom designed. To see images of our Wedding StoryBooks - please visit the following page on our website; http://www.makingthemoment.com/weddings/wedding-storybooks

After the client has had the ability to select images from their set to go into the final design, we produce custom lay-outs and handle all the press printing processes. Approximately 2-3 months afterwards, our StoryBooks are delivered!

African, Asian, Central American, Middle Eastern, North American, Scandinavian, West Europe

Do you require a deposit?
Yes, a $1000.00 retainer is due at contract signing.

Do you accept credit cards?
Yes, through an online secure cart.

What are your qualifications? Have you been professionally trained or certified?
Yes. a Bachelor of Arts from Bowling Green State University with an emphasis in Photography.  We are members of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA).

What are your rates?
We offer both packages and a la carte services. Packages start from 3500.  Full pricing is available on our website;
http://www.makingthemoment.com/weddings/investment

Do you collect sales tax?
Yes. The sales tax is collected from all OH state residents.

How many pictures do you take?
Typically 3000-4000 images are taken, and on average, 400-700 images are presented.

How far are you willing to travel?
So far, the weddings have had a span from Maine to California but can certainly go anywhere in the world. Comfort and convenience are among the last on my priority list.

What makes you different from other photographers?
I am a creative and fun romantic. I am an artist. Not a self-proclaimed but the one who actually painted and drew realistic (not abstract) images. I feel the light. I shot models and know how to make people feel comfortable and exhibit themselves naturally. . I am a master of digital retouching and teach it to other professional photographers through PPA and local workshops and internships.