What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism, Portraiture, Traditional / Posed
What do your packages include?
Albums, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Matted Prints, Negatives, Prints, Proof CD of All Images, Thank You Cards, Video Montage
Do you have liability insurance?
No
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
No. All images are white balanced and adjusted for proper color and exposure.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Yes. I have photographed weddings for over 4 years and I have experience in all ranges of light from full sun to darkened ballrooms.
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
How many photographers do you work with?
Myself. I shoot the events. A second photographer is available if the client wishes to purchase that package. In that case, the second photographer is with me.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
One wedding per day is all that I book.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes. I work with 2 professional wedding photographers who are on call in case of an emergency.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Camera, back up camera, lenses, flash, memory cards, and a camera bag
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes. I have a back up camera, memory cards, and flash
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Both. I offer a full range of services for every budget.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes. Overtime depends on if it is in a package or an hourly rate. Call for exact pricing.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Depends on the day. I take breaks during the dinner service and after the formal shots, before the introductions.
Do you charge for travel?
Depends
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
7-14 days MAX
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
JPEG or RAW high resolution on DVD
How long can the client keep the proofs?
forever
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?
All. Parents albums start at $39. Bridal albums start at $145. Any album can be used for any purpose.
When will the client get the final album?
none is provided unless ordered and paid for. The client recieves digital copies of ALL the wedding pictures on DVD.