J. Stuart Harris Photography Featured Vendor 4.9 out of 5.0 4.9/5.0
Specializing in elegant portraits and spontaneous candids. . .
2101 Plyers Mill Road, Silver Spring, MD 20902
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Services: Photography
Established: 1987
Employees: 2
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About

J. Stuart Harris has been a professional photographer for more than two decades. He has photographed over twelve hundred events. J. Stuart holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from the The Maryland Institute, College of Art, in Baltimore and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland. He has also taught at the college level.

The President of the United States, the Supreme Court, and the Queen of Spain and other dignitaries are just part of his portfolio. His artistry is apparent in his unique approach in which he combines formal portraits with spontaneous candids.

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Endorsements
When shooting a wedding, both your photographer and videographer have only one chance to capture key events. Not only does J. produce great pictures, but he works very cooperatively to let me get what I need, so the customer is the big winner!
We have worked with Mr Harris on several occasions. He is very detail oriented and very organized. The photo sessions in the Church and alternate locations are executed in a precise and rapid fashion. He utilizes multiple cameras, both digital and medium format, which provides the customer with the best of both worlds. We hope to work with him again.

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
I offer a wide selection of special effects. Please visit my web site to see samples.
 
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I have photographed for over thirty years. I have expereinced alltypes of lighting situations.
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
I photograph every wedding in both digital (12.8 meg.) and medium format film!
 
How many photographers do you work with?
This depends on the size of the wedding.
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
I photograph the event.
 
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Weekend yes, day no.
 
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?
Lots of equipment! My two primary cameras are a Canon EOS 5D (digital) and the Mamiya RZ67 PRO. The Canon is equipped with "L" lenses.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
I bring three top of the line digital cameras, two are ready to shoot at any time. I also bring a back up medium format film camera. I also bring lots of extra batteries, flashes and lenses.
 
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I start at three hours and charge hourly from there.
 
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
I do not charge a separate overtime rate. My rates are hourly so you would pay the regular rate less what you were contracted for. Each hour additional is $200.00.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Very seldom do I take any breaks at a wedding!
 
Do you charge for travel?
I only charge if the travel time exceed one hour each way.
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
You will receive the the small print albums approximately two to three weeks after the wedding
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
I still believe in giving you a complete set of small prints in a gold ring binder. These are 4x5 and 4x6 inch prints.
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
The proofs are your s to keep forever!
 
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
After all the contractual items are fullfilled the client retains the copyrights.
 
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?
After the contract is completed you will receive a lrge jpeg DVD of the digital files and the 220 negatives.
 
Will images be available for viewing online?
You will select the images to be posted with the number one web site collages.net. Your families and quests can order directly from the site.
 
What kind of albums do you offer?
You can choose from a selection of both digital design and traditional albums.
 
When will the client get the final album?
The final album usually takes six to ten weeks to complete.

Tips and Advice
Please visit my web site @JSTUARTHARRIS.COM for tips and advice.