Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Black and white, sepia tones, selective item coloring on a black and white background, colored center of photo fading to black and white.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I have experience with all lighting situations.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I use digital media because it allows me to view the pictures as I take them, and gives me a chance to reshoot immediately if there is a problem such as eyes being close, not smiling, etc...
How many photographers do you work with?
Myself and my daughter.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes unless there is an unforeseen emergency that forces me to be unable to be there. In case this happens I do refund 100% of your monies paid to date.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No, I only book one wedding per scheduled day so I can give my full attention to your special day.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
No, but I am working on finding one.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
My main camera, back up camera, off camera flash, extra batteries, several memory cards.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Usually my packages include a set number of hours, and then I can bill for any additional hours you require of me.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes, I charge $45 an hour over booked times.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Usually just need to take a bathroom break once in awhile or to change a battery, etc.... but the majority of my time is spent capturing your wedding moments.
Do you charge for travel?
Not within the state of Wisconsin.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
I try to work on them as soon as possible, but most events are posted online for proofing within 5 days of the wedding depending on exactly how many photos I have taken and whether I have another wedding on the same weekend.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
I offer a proofbook of images along with large previews via an online proof viewer. This system allows you and your guests to purchase images as well.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
The proof book is yours to keep.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes. I do from time to time use select images on my business card, on my website, or in photography contests.
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
No, but I can make a disc of the images available for purchase.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes.
What kind of albums do you offer?
I offer a wide variety of albums from keepsake to hardcover magazine like albums. See my website for more information.
When will the client get the final album?
The timing on this depends on how many images, what type of book and which lab I use to print it. I can give a better estimate of time once we have a chance to talk and find out what you're interested in.