What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism
What do your packages include?
Albums, Digital Files, High Resolution Images, Proof CD of All Images, Thank You Cards, Video Montage
Do you have liability insurance?
No
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
You betcha!
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Yes!
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital! I used to shoot with film, but digital is so much more fun!
How many photographers do you work with?
Usually by myself, but occasionally 1 or 2 more.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes! I love weddings, so I wouldn't miss it for the world!
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
I would never book two weddings for one day, however, I would do two a weekend, e.g., one on Saturday and the other on Sunday.
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?
All professional gear, two camera bodies, three lenses to cover all the needed ranges and macro-ing, two external flashes, extra batteries for the cameras and flashes, many Compact Flash cards, and flash diffusers.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Full day
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
If requested I will make time for over time. Hourly rates is $50 per extra hour.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Breaks? Well mainly when everyone is eating during the reception.
Do you charge for travel?
Depends on the distance, if it is within reasonable travel from my place than no I do not charge for travel.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Depending on the type of sessions, eSessions could be within a week, weddings could be up to two to three weeks.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Initial proofs will be online
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Since it is an online gallery, as long as the web lasts. But after the online proofs are seen, the physical dvd of the photographs will be shipped or delivered to you ASAP which are yours to keep.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes. Though I do transfer limited rights to the clients to be used to for personal use only. The photographs cannot be sold for commercial profit.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes.
What kind of albums do you offer?
Flush mounted, custom made, albums.
When will the client get the final album?
When it is done to be honest.