Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
We offer a variety of post photography editing at no additional cost to the client. Clients can select from Black and White, Black and White w/color detail, Sepia, and even Artistic rendering using photoshop techniques unique from our studio.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Brandi has been formally trained to handle all lighting situations.
Is your media preference film or digital?
Although our photographer is well adept to film photography and darkroom processing, she works strictly with high resolution digital to ensure key moments are not missed.
How many photographers do you work with?
Brandi is the studio owner, as well as the primary photographer, the majority of the images you will see are from Brandi. The second photographer is selected by the studio, and has been trained by Brandi to provide the back up shots that we refer to as standard images so that Brandi can focus on providing clients with the artistic imagery that her clients seek.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
We guarantee a 100% presence aside from catastrophic events or absolute physical impairment. We do not outsource our photography to other vendors or photographers.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No. The studio is booked 6 months to 1 year in advance by clients and we do not double book sessions on the same day.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
The photographer is only unavailable if it is an emergency situation. In that case, clients are offered the option of using our referral or may receive a refund less their deposit.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Two Canon 20D Digital Cameras
Two Canon EX Flash
Rechargeable Batteries for flash and cameras, and chargers
Approx. 12 gigs of memory
LiteDisc Fotoreflector to bounce lighting
Approx. 4 lens for different compositions, effects, and zoom
Backdrop and studio lighting (upon request)
Laptop for slideshow viewing
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Ceremony and Reception coverage or PreCeremony, Ceremony, and Reception coverage-time is contingent upon the package selected.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
The hourly overtime rate is $150.00 per hour.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Because our situation is unique and we spend so much time with the bride we break according to the bride's schedule or once during the course of dinner.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel fees are incurred for any location over 50 miles from Galveston County. Travel fees are negotiable. Overnight fees apply if hotel accomodations are required.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
4 to 6 weeks.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Images are provided on high resolution DVDs and online proofing for 6 months.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
DVD proofs are for clients to keep and print from at their discretion.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
For promotional purposes to advertise, exhibit, or portfolio work.
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?
Yes
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes for a total of 6 months. Clients may purchase additional time on the website if necessary.
What kind of albums do you offer?
Albums are ordered from two different distributors; we offer a variety of proofbooks, coffee table books, and leather albums with collage prints.
When will the client get the final album?
The final album order is contingent upon the couple's timing on selection of prints to use for their album. Generally after the couple has selected their prints for their collage, the album is designed for approval and then ordered once confirmed. Total album binding time is approximately 6-8 weeks.
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