What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Photojournalism, Traditional / Posed
What do your packages include?
Albums, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Prints
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Color, black and white, & sepia toning mostly. Other techniques are available upon request....
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
All types of lighting one might find in a typical wedding day. I use a mix of on camera and off camera lighting, along with available light when the situation provides it.
Is your media preference film or digital?
I have mad the switch to 100% Digital.
How many photographers do you work with?
Typically I will bring my wife with me as an assistant/2nd shooter, but have dedicated 2nds I can bring if requested....
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes
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?
Yes
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
I use all Canon Gear. I normally shoot one long lens for candids and one wide angle for dramatic scene shots....
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I currently have 3 packages that will fit most any need for your wedding day ranging from 6 hours to the entire day....
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Over time rates are $150/hr
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 work load of the event.... but I would say for the most part, I never stop....
Do you charge for travel?
If under 2 hours from Cleveland, No....
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
1 Week
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Our Online Proofing Gallery comes with each package.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Proof Album's are purchased for $100, Online Galleries are free for 6 months after your wedding date.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes, but it is shared with my clients....
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?
We include a Hi-Res CD of our edited images from the day Free with our Gold & Platinum Packages.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes
What kind of albums do you offer?
I offer a wide variety of album choices, please see my site for more info on these items.
When will the client get the final album?
3-4 Weeks after your images have been picked....