What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism, Portraiture
What do your packages include?
Albums, Custom Graphic Design, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
There are usually 5-10 photos in each wedding that I am truly proud of, and I custom edit those. They always end up in the albums.. But of course when brides order their wall portraits I custom edit those too so they look the best they possibly can.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Yes, the equipment we use is designed for use in pretty much any lighting situation. I love a challenge.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I love digital... The instant feedback is key when I'm shooting portraits. There's nothing like showing my brides the back of the camera to help put them at ease that they look absolutely stunning. And I can get some HUGE prints made out of the images. Sometimes I get orders for a 40" x 60" Canvas Gallery Wrap... I love those.
How many photographers do you work with?
I work with my wife Sarah, you'll love her. On a particularly large wedding we shoot with three photographers in order to capture everything.
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... one wedding a day. Weekend? Sometimes, but I don't like to make myself crazy. I've limited myself to 25 weddings a year.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
yes. I have a wonderful network of photographers with which I stay in constant contact.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Cameras, multiple lenses, lighting and reflectors.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
yes... always backup.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I charge for the full day... But sometimes if there's a short or destination wedding, I'll charge by the hour.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes, of course I would stay overtime. I would never leave the bride and grom hanging... I charge my standard hourly rate for overtime.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
1
Do you charge for travel?
Yes. if it's out of state or further than 100 miles.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
3-4 weeks
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
The "proofs" are available online and available to order directly from the website.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
The proofs are up for 3 months
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?
I use KISS Wedding Books. Amazingly great quality and beautiful albums.
When will the client get the final album?
If you order the book it will take roughly 2 to 3 weeks after final approval.