What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism, Portraiture, Traditional / Posed
What do your packages include?
Albums, Custom Graphic Design, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Prints, Proof CD of All Images, Video Montage
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Most anything you see can be created for you, bring samples in if you have some ideas.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Yes...equipment to handle most any situation.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I prefer digital because of the unlimited creativity. I no longer have to worry about having several types of film for any occasion that may arise. Digital is so versatile in that respect.
How many photographers do you work with?
As many as are required for your size event and your budget restraints.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes...unless I am in the hospital or something. I also have several backup plans in case of an emergency.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No...I per day and no more than 2 per weekend.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes...at least 2 backup singers :)
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Cameras, fast lenses, flash units, backups of all, usually monitor to provide slideshow at reception.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes...of everything!
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Full day and hourly rates available.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
$125 per hour with one hour minimum.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Just as long as it takes to eat. I need to be in the same room as the reception guests so that I can jump up at a moment's notice to cover anything that might happen.
Do you charge for travel?
Only if it over 60 miles away from my base in Roswell, GA.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
1-2 weeks usually gives me the time needed to do a complete and creative editing job.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Disc of proofs and website viewing.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Forever!
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes...always.
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?
Included in most full coverage plans and can also be purchased in those that don't.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes.
What kind of albums do you offer?
A wide variety from magazine to coffee table style.
When will the client get the final album?
Depends on the type of book, coffee table style are published in 6-10 weeks after final approval. Times are approximate due to approval and revision policies.