Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Retouching of blemishes, selective coloring, sepia and black and white.
I also edit all of my final prints for a one of a kind look
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Natural lighting, as well as studio lighting and low light situations
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
How many photographers do you work with?
every wedding is different
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes of course! Usually, after engagement and bridal sessions I am emotionally invested in your big day that I don't want to miss it.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
NO this is not fair to my brides
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?
Depending on the location, I will bring lighting and all of my camera equipment...
Do you charge hourly or full day?
full day, I like to get all of the events but anything after midnight is considered overtime.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
after midnight it is $100.00 an hour for me to stay...
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
When I get a chance to sit I do, mostly my break is during the meal at the reception, this is usually one to two times per day.
Do you charge for travel?
you just pay for the flight and hotel and rental car, I do not up my prices for a destination wedding.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
usually in a week I will have a preview available online of the best images
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
an online gallery is available password protected.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
When the CD is purchased you have a printing release, but can not alter the images in anyway with out my permission
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?
you betcha
What kind of albums do you offer?
flush mount panormic, they feature full page spreads. I customize my albums to tell the story of your day, featuring the same colors from your decor.
When will the client get the final album?
usually in about 6 to 12 weeks, if you have a holiday wedding it may take longer.