Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
If you can dream it I can find a way to do it.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
As a former staff photographer for a daily New Jersey newspaper I learned quickly to be able to make a quality photograph in any situation.
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital.
How many photographers do you work with?
I work alone but have other photographers available if more than one is needed. My wife being the first on the list!
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes, through a network of other photographers if something drastic happened to me, another talented photographer with my style will be there.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Never more than one a day. I am the only main photographer at my business. NOT a factory! More than one a weekend though, yes.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes as stated before.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
At least two digital bodies, a film body and a variety of lenses consisting mainly of a 17-35, 50, 85, and 80-200.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Always.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Full day not by the hour.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
NA
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Not regulated.
Do you charge for travel?
Depends on how far.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
About two weeks.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
I use the Pictage website.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
The website is up for one year.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes.
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?
They are available for purchase.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes.
What kind of albums do you offer?
Asuka Book and Leather Craftsmen.
When will the client get the final album?
That is up to how fast you pick your photos and the amount of albums I am currently working on.