What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism, Portraiture, Traditional / Posed
What do your packages include?
Digital Files, High Resolution Images, Proof CD of All Images
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I use natural light as much as possible and do carry flashes with me when that is not enough!
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital!
How many photographers do you work with?
Every wedding is shot by Kerry, the assistants vary per event.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes I do.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Sometimes more than 1 per weekend - but never more than 1 a day.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
I have a network of photographers that can help in the case of an emergency.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
I bring 4 cameras and all of my lenses and flashes, so I have plenty of back-up!
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes see above!
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I offer both - the majority is full-day.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
I do offer hourly packages and offer hourly overtime for people needing more than the basic 8 hour package.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
No breaks
Do you charge for travel?
only if more than 100 miles from my home.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
I guarantee everything within 30 days!
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Typically you first see your online gallery, then you get a complete set of 4x6 prints, and a high resolution CD.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Forever!
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
We share it. I retain copyright in the sense that I can use your pictures in any advertising, on my website, and in my blog, but you retain the copyright in order to get prints made! The best of both worlds!
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
See above.
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?
Yes
What kind of albums do you offer?
I offer several custom made albums, including traditional matted albums, flush mount albums, and magazine style books.
When will the client get the final album?
That is up to you and how soon you give me your selections - on average a couple of months.