Carrie Wildes Photography 5.0 out of 5.0 5.0/5.0
Fashion Meets Photojournalism
Tampa, FL 33604
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About
Carrie Wildes Photography uses a fun, natural, approach to capturing the beauty and emotion from your special day. Carrie's style is a mix of photojournalism and modern wedding portraiture to tell your unique story. We offer complete and custom wedding coverage, all coverage includes; an engagement photo shoot with CD of images, 22in LCD monitor at your reception playing a slideshow of the events from earlier that day, online image gallery, and much more! Carrie is available in the Tampa Bay area and for travel worldwide.

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If you want a gifted photographer that comes up with unique locations and photo shoots, look no further. Carrie Wildes really connects with her clients and you see that in the expressive images she captures again and again. A consumate professional you can trust with the most important time in your life!
Carrie Wildes is an amazing photographer, who loves what she does! She is very personable and professional. On your most special day, Carrie will take the utmost care of you and your family to ensure that she captures every moment that you would not want to miss! - Cindy Stonehouse, Stonehouse Events & More, Inc.
Carrie is one of the nicest people I've met in this industry. She is a professional and my clients love her! She recently suggested an out of the box location for an engagement shoot that resulted in some gorgeous photos. Her eye for detail will result in the most beautiful of images capturing your special day.
Carrie is so wonderful to work with. She is very personable, and has excellent customer service. We love working with Carrie and highly recommend her to our clients. She has an excellent eye!!
Amazing photography Carrie comes to you no place is too far. Carrie sees through the couple and gets in their inner thoughts and it shows in her images. A+
Carrie is amazing! I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with her and I have to say she is really top notch!
Carrie is a high energy photographer with lots of natural talent, creativity and dedication to her art. Her professional manner and fun loving personality will definately make your photo session a pleasurable event!

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
All editing and artistic effects are done in photoshop.
 
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Pretty much you name it! Big shadowy churches, bright sun, sunset, candle light, evening, cloudy, indoors and out.
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
All digital canon equipment, 5Ds and 20Ds.
 
How many photographers do you work with?
Myself, assistant, and have several other photo friends on call if necessary.
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes.
 
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Same day, not usually. Same weekend if location makes that feasible.
 
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?
At least 2 camera bodies, several lenses, external light source, tons of memory, fish eye lens, tripod, backpack and laptop.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Absolutely!
 
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Different levels, usually 4, 8, or 12 hours depending on the coverage needs.
 
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes, $250 per hour.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
One to eat and generally if I'm not shooting I'm looking for my next photo op.
 
Do you charge for travel?
Not within 100 miles of Tampa, otherwise depends on location.
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Generally 2-4 weeks on your online album
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Pictage online password protected site.
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Forever.
 
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
I give rights to reproduce a cd of the images as well as the online album for purchasing high quality professional prints.
 
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes, unless there is some reason why that is not desired and wording is stated in the contract.
 
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
Yes, a CD of images with rights to them are included with any coverage booked.
 
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes, Pictage like stated above.
 
What kind of albums do you offer?
Anywhere from Magazine style to flush mount think page lay flat pages. Covers range from Linen to Metallic Canvas to Leather. All highly customizable.
 
When will the client get the final album?
4-6 weeks after your pictures are chosen.

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It is so important to really connect with your photographer. Remeber, that person will be spending one of the happiest days of your life with you and your guests!!!