Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
black and white, sepia tone, storybook pages etc.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
All situations--softlight, overcast, candlelight, indoor lighting, etc
Is your media preference film or digital?
digital
How many photographers do you work with?
I am the primary photographer at every wedding I contract but I do have a 2nd photographer at request or if I think it is needed.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No more than one wedding a day, maybe 2 in a weekend
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?
I bring my main camera, a flash, my back up camera, a flash for that, extra batteries, a tripod, extra memory cards and a battery charger. I try to pack light so that I can move around quickly to get the perfect shot.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes, always
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Both
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
It would be the same hourly rate, no extra fee.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
1, to eat
Do you charge for travel?
Yes, if the location is more than an hour from my office
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
2-3 weeks
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
4x6 prints in a proof album, and online proofing
How long can the client keep the proofs?
forever for proof albums, online proofing is up for 3 months
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?
Yes, some packages have a CD included and some couples purchase them after the wedding.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes, in most packages
What kind of albums do you offer?
Storybook Albums, Embossed Bridal Albums, Proof Albums, etc.
When will the client get the final album?
2-3 weeks after ordering or 2-3 weeks after wedding if included in a package