Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
I am an artist so I have hand painted black white prints besides being experienced with Photoshop CS3 and Kubota software for the lastest in special effects brides love to see.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I have used all kinds of lighting situations in shooting weddings. With digital, there aren't many obsticles if you know your camera and have the experience.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I have shot film for 20 yrs but prefer digital for my wedding work.
How many photographers do you work with?
Just myself but interns have joined me at times and once I invited another pro because of the location to share.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Of course.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Rarely. It would have to be a small morning wedding and then the next one starting in the evening with both in the same area such as south end.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
I have peers who would take my work and give the same offer if something happened to make it impossible.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Nikon digital gear. Studio lighting if need be.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Both.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
80.00 an hour and how many photos taken during that time falls under "unlimited"
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Just the one meal.
Do you charge for travel?
Yes, 40.00 if it is over 50 miles one way.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Within 2 months usually. You start getting previews in emails though within a few days.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
4x6 prints in a brides proof album along with a disc of all large files.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
They are theirs to keep.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes by law. But you own them to print, I retain credit as who took them.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Only if agreed on by both parties.
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?
I do have a website in mind that hosts wedding previews that I might end up using. My clients do get previews of their wedding photos by email as they are completed, something special from Suza Marie Photography.
What kind of albums do you offer?
"Renaissance" Flush Mount Wedding Albums with custom design options and Millers 12 page 12x12 Flush Mount Album or their 'Legend' album.
When will the client get the final album?
Depends on the client since some brides take a year to get back to me with their order/requests.