What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Photojournalism
What do your packages include?
Albums, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Matted Prints
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Color, B&W, mix of the two
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
All lighting situations. I specialize in off camera lighting.
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
How many photographers do you work with?
One, a second one can be added to your package.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Absolutely, I am the main shooter.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
One a day only!
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?
2 bodies, assortment of lenses, lighting equipment.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Our packages accomodate both.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes, $200
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
I never stop.
Do you charge for travel?
Depends on where it is, but for NJ, PA, DE- no.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Usually 2 weeks, but don't be surprised if you get an email from me with a link to the blog...I usually can't wait to post a few!
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Your images are initally uploaded to an online gallery, which you can pass on to friends and family, then you will get a DVD (or 2) of your proofs.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Forever! Every couple receives a beautiful leather DVD album which holds their DVD(s).
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Under copyright law, the photographer always keeps the rights, however we give an unlimited license (a signed release form) to use the images in whatever way wanted.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes, unless negotiated otherwise.
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
Yes, digital negatives are theirs to keep.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes
What kind of albums do you offer?
Flushmount or magazine style & Matted
When will the client get the final album?
Depends on the book, but once we get the final approval it takes about 8 weeks.