Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
We have been 100% digital for over 10 years. All of our digital effects are done in-house by Michael himself. Hand-tinting, b&w, sepia, watercolor, oil conversion with brush strokes are a few of the many effects available. However, we are most proud of our ability to "touch up" people to create a more beautiful you... Also, Michael created & produced this area's first Storybook Wedding album 6 years ago!
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
The word photography means ..."Painting with light". Lighting is the critical component for capturing images. I am comfortable in ALL lighting situations because of my training and 27 years of experience.
Is your media preference film or digital?
100% digital
How many photographers do you work with?
We have 6 photographers
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Absolutely!
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No. One a day. I learned many years ago limits to one's creativite abilities.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes, we here at Michael's are the only studio in the greater Daytona Beach area with its own staff!!!
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
2 camera bodies, 3 flash units with dedicated charge batteries (no AA batteries), an arsenal of pro lenses, my smile and my experience :0) Everything is backed up...
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Of course.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
We offer both.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
$100/Hr for our staff - $175/Hr for Michael
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Just a brief break to eat, as the guests and wedding party are eating.
Do you charge for travel?
Yes, if out of the area.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
3 weeks to the bride & groom, as well as their images posted on-line for family & friends to view and/or order.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
DVD
How long can the client keep the proofs?
This is dependent on whether they purchase the rights to the images.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
See above. Clients do have this option.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes, unless otherwise stipulated.
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?
All. We are known as the "Home of the Storybook Album." However, we also still offer traditional leather bound wedding albums.
When will the client get the final album?
We turn finished wedding albums around in between 4 and 6 weeks. This also depends of the nature of the album selected.
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