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Established:	1985
Employees:	3
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Photography Details

How would you identify your photographic style? My storytelling approach to weddings and events is best described as a fusion of traditional, journalistic and glamour style artistry of candid photos.

Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning? I provide an unlimited number of color, black & white and sepia tone images from your event with your final selection full retouched for final presentation.

Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations? I work in all lighting conditions including natural daylight and romantic candlelight.

Is your media preference film or digital? Digital is primary and film upon request

How many photographers do you work with? I work with 2 or more photographers based on the size and scope of the events.

Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event? I am always present when reserved for your wedding day/ weekend event.

Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one wedding in a day? Weekend? I am commited to providing 100% attention to my brides.

Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the wedding day? I have a team of trained photographers available should I not be available for an event.

What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of? I use state of the art Nikon digital camera systems and backups along with studio lighting.

Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction? I always bring enough equipment for backup for the unexpected.

Do you charge hourly or full day? I charge by the event package selected by the client whether for one day's coverage or weekend.

If hourly, are you available for shooting overtime? If so, how much do you charge for overtime? Overtime is subject to availability

Do you require a meal break? If yes, do you require that the wedding party provide your meal? I am on location with every bride on average of 10+ hours and a meal break is expected.

How many breaks do you usually take throughout the day? Working with a team, I am able to alternate for one small break.

Do you charge for travel? I charge for travel for events more than 1 hour away from the studio.

How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing? With digital, images are made available via private online posting within 3-5 days on average.

In what format are the initial proofs offered? Captured images can be provided on CD-Rom, DVD, paper prints or private web-gallery.

How long can the couple keep the proofs? Paper proofs are printed for the couple to keep.

Do you retain the copyright for the photos? The photographer/ studio retains the orignal copyright and can provide a release upon request.

Do you reserve the right to publish the photos? The photographer/ studio obtains written permission for any photos used for promotion or published.

Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the couple? Digital files are provided to the couple via CD-Rom/ DVD with select coverages.

Will images be available for viewing on an online gallery? Yes

What kind of albums do you offer? We provide a choice of Traditional Leather or Digital Coffee Table Books.

When will I get the final book? Upon reciept of the final selection, the final book is completed within 6-8 weeks on average.

How long does it take to deliver a book? The final book after it is inspected for quality is available for pickup or shipment as directed by the client.

Additional Questions and Answers

1. How many couples choose more than the contracted number of photos in their album?  Many if not all! The original number of photos you’ve contracted for will tell the story of your wedding as it unfolded, but most couples want between 50 – 100 images more than originally agreed upon because of the creative way in which the story was captured.
2. Can our parents have their own albums?Certainly! Parent’s albums are supplied from the same bookbinder as the main album..
3. How far in advance are you book? Certain times of the year book out a year in advance since particular dates are more popular than others. 
   
   How do we retain you for our wedding?  We photograph a select number of weddings a years to maintain a high level of service and deliver the best finished product possible.  Call for availability.
   
   ·        A non-refundable retainer/ reservation fee is required at the time of booking with a signed service agreement. This will be applied towards the balance of your total purchase.   We are paid in full prior to your wedding day.

• ·        We accept payment in U.S. funds by MasterCard, VISA, American Express and checks.