Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Black & White, Sepia, Antique, Color Fade, Color Boost, Matte, Vignette, Edge Blur, Removal of blemish. and basic Photofinishing techniques.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
All of the above. I can shoot by candlelight if I have to, and I can turn a dark room into day time.
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
How many photographers do you work with?
1-4
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Absolutely
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Only on a weekend where one wedding is on a Friday and another is on a Saturday or Sunday but never on the same day unless there is enough time for me to complete the one and get to the other.
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?
Canon Full Frame Digital Camera's (2) and lighting for any and every situation (with the exception of nuptial given under water. *smile*
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Depends on if you need me for 3 hours or 12
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
$100/hr for additional time outside the agreed contracted time.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
1 just to eat, while another Photographer continues photographing
Do you charge for travel?
Only outside my coverage area
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
within a week
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Website primarily, unless a contact sheet is requested.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
6 months
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes, unless the couple would rather I didn't
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
yes digital files
Will images be available for viewing online?
yes
What kind of albums do you offer?
Infinity flush mount albums and photo slide in albums, coffee books.
When will the client get the final album?
5 weeks after you select the images that you want in them