Roman Grinev Photography Featured Vendor 4.9 out of 5.0 4.9/5.0
"One of the Area's Best Wedding Photographers" Washingtonian Magazine
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Services: Photography
Established: 1996
Employees: 7
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About
"One of the Area’s Best Wedding Photographers" Washingtonian Magazine

Studios in Bethesda, Baltimore, and Frederick.

Eco-friendly and 100% carbon-neutral company


We offer a la carte package options for you to create the perfect package. Select 2 options - save $100, select 3 options - save $200, select 4 options - save $300. Please see our site for more details. Our site contains galleries, instant pricing and availability.

     


Roman Grinev features the most experienced and visionary photographers in the region. Because of our outstanding photography and customer service we have been voted "One of the Area’s Best Wedding Photographers", by the Washingtonian Magazine. Our work has been published in The Knot and Brides Maryland, and we are honored to have been recognized as part of Grace Ormonde’s Wedding Style Five-Star Platinum List.

For nearly 10 years we have been a local studio of wedding photojournalists, who capture real moments, as they happen, to tell the story of the day. Let us tell your unique story by unobtrusively capturing each detail, each moment, with our creative, documentary approach. Our photography studio provides personalized service with your individual needs in mind.

Our approach is to unobtrusively document your wedding as it naturally unfolds, not to direct what will happen and when. We’ll happily shoot some portraits at your request, often using landscape features and striking architecture as natural backdrops. To us, a wedding is about so much more than the scheduled events that take place. It’s also about those unexpected moments that you won’t find on any list -- moments that make your wedding unique and that you will remember for years to come.

Our unique documentary approach is combined with fine art photography to produce creative, storytelling images. Our easy going personalities allow you to enjoy your special day while we capture all the joy, spontaneity, and excitement.

 

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Ceresville Mansion is proud to work with and recommend Roman Grinev Photography. After 10 plus years of working with RGP they have proven to be professional in every aspect of their work. Roman works in many styles and his photos are some of the best I have ever seen! Thanks, Roman.
I've know Roman for years and he's always an absolute pleasure to work with. We've also done many, many weddings with his team of photojournalists and they have all been fantastic!!

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Photojournalism
 
What do your packages include?
Albums, Custom Graphic Design, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Matted Prints, Prints, Proof CD of All Images, Video Montage
 
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
 
How many photographers do you work with?
We are a studio of 6 photographers.
 
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No.
 
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Unlike most solo photographers we have an extensive back up system in place to assure that an emergency doesn't ruin your wedding day. Because there are 6 of us you can be assured that your wedding will be covered if your chosen photographer becomes severally ill or is in an accident. Besides the photographers within the studio we also have an extensive back up list of great photographers we know and respect in the area. On wedding days we have staff on call who will have your wedding day information as well as everyones contact information. You will be given their contact information before the wedding in case of an emergency. I am very happy to say that in 12 years we have never missed a wedding and we have never had to substitute a photographer.
 
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Multiple high resolution cameras along with a variety of lenses. Also a lighting kit.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes.
 
Do you charge hourly or full day?
A la carte packages to give you flexibility.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
none
 
Do you charge for travel?
depends on location.
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
5-6 weeks
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Depends on options you select.
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Forever.
 
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
We give our couple full rights to make their own prints.
 
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes but couples can request not to be published.
 
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?
We offer a large selection of albums and formats.
 
When will the client get the final album?
3 months upon approval of the design.

Tips and Advice
 Things to consider when selecting your photographer -

Are you able to see the work of the specific photographer who will
be photographing your wedding?


Some studios show a general portfolio and may send a photographer with
less experience. We show individual portfolios with the work of each of our photographers and
give you the opportunity to select your favorite. This gives you
peace of mind in knowing exactly who your photographer will be.

You can also meet with the photographer you select to make sure you
click.

What is the studio's back up plan in case there's an emergency?


Unlike most solo photographers we have an extensive back up system in
place to assure that an emergency doesn't ruin your wedding day. Because there
are 6 of us you can be assured that your wedding will be covered if
your chosen photographer becomes severally ill or is in an accident.
Besides the photographers within the studio we also have an extensive
back up list of great photographers we know and respect in the area.
On wedding days we have staff on call who will have your wedding day
information as well as everyones contact information. You will be
given their contact information before the wedding in case of
an emergency. I am very happy to say that in 12 years we have never missed
a wedding and we have never had to substitute a photographer.

Does the studio shoot in RAW format?


Many studios shoot in JPEG format because its easier and there's less post production work
for them. The images come straight out of the camera "as-is".

Then it becomes your responsibility to color correct the images. Also
JPEG's don't have nearly as much information in the digital file which means you can't
make large prints and lose the beautiful rich colors you want.

We capture all images in RAW format which makes it possible to print large images with
beautiful colors. We go through each image to color correct and touch
up when necessary. We believe your images deserve the extra work. Why settle
for an inferior image?

Did the studio show you complete weddings?

We feel that it's very important to view a complete wedding so you can get a

sense on how the photographer tells a complete story.

Does the studio limit the number of images taken?

We offer unlimited exposures to tell the complete story of the day --
most weddings average about 2000 images

Does the studio care about the environment and the community?

We are an Eco-friendly and 100% carbon-neutral company, plus we show our commitment to the community by donating $25 per wedding to local
charities. Why not support a caring company with a conscious?