Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
We color correct and digitally enhance every single photo that is delivered to the couple. We use many different techniques that only enhance what we capture in the camera.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
We have photographed many weddings in every lighting situation possible, from full-sunlight to dim candlelight.
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
How many photographers do you work with?
2 teams of 2 photographers, our with about 6 associate photographers
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes, one of our teams will be there!
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
We book one wedding, per day, per team. We do typically book more than one event per weekend.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Not a specific photographer, but we have a list of other photographers that we can call up. And now, with our associate company, we have 6 other photographers that we have trained, that are available anytime.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
The highest grade Canon professional imaging equipment available.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes, to every event.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Our packages are based on hours of coverage.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes, each additional hour is $500 per hour, covers all photographers working at your event.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
We typically don't take any breaks. If we do, it is just for a few minutes, to sit down.
Do you charge for travel?
Yes, $1 per mile traveled outside Maricopa county, as well as any other travel related expenses, hotel, rental car, airplane tickets, etc.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
4-6 weeks
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
We use Pictage.com for all of our online proofing and ordering.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes we do. A copyright waiver only for the couple to use and is included on the disc so they can have prints made.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes, once our agreement is signed.
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
If the couple orders an album with their package, the full-resolution digital images are delivered on DVD with the album. If the couple doesn't order an album the photos are delivered on the couples' first anniversary, or when their print credit has been used.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes, all of the images will be available on Pictage.com. We also put a slideshow of our favorite images on our website, visionyard.com.
What kind of albums do you offer?
We offer flush-mount albums from 5x5 to 12x12.
When will the client get the final album?
After your photos are ready (4-6 weeks after your wedding), you then will be responsible for choosing the photos for your album. Once you choose the photos we design and order your book.