FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I get the rights to print my images? All of my wedding coverage includes high-resolution, ready-to-print digital photo files (in color and black-and-white) with a personal-use print release.
How would you describe your shooting style? My style is 70% candid and 30% posed. Most images are candid, capturing the day as it unfolds. I also take plenty of traditional posed shots for balance—your parents will appreciate them.
Do you shoot in color or black & white? I shoot with current professional digital cameras and lenses, and you receive your wedding images in both color and black-and-white.
Do you place a limit on the number of photos you take? No — at a typical wedding, I click the shutter about 3,000 times. You receive approximately 100 ready-to-print images per coverage hour of your day.
How much time do you need for the family group photos? Most family group sessions last no longer than 25 minutes, usually between the ceremony and reception. We provide you with a handy planner to help this time go as smoothly as possible.
When do we see our images? Your photos will be online and ready to share three days from the end of your wedding. My web galleries are easy to navigate and look great on mobile devices and large desktop monitors.
How do we receive our images? Within 72 hours of the end of your event, you’ll receive an email with your special access to the web gallery. With your special code, you may mark any images Private that you don't want others to see. Also, your code gives you immediate access to download the entire wedding in large, ready-to-print color and black-and-white image files. Share the gallery link with all your friends and family, as they'll want to relive the wedding day, too — family & friends can immediately download single images for their electronic devices and social media.
Do you have suggestions for a Wedding that will look great in photos? Don't be late, as it makes you feel rushed all day to catch up. Appoint a 'time czar' in your inner circle to keep you on time. Pick a getting-ready room with lots of windows. Don't fill your reception space to capacity. Tightly jammed reception tables make it hard for you, your guests, wait staff, and your photographer to get around. Don't attempt too much - a few things go as planned on your Wedding Day. Hair and make-up take longer than anticipated, so inform your hair & make-up helpers that you need to be ready one full hour before you actually do. They traditionally run late, so with this tip, you'll be on time. Get ready as close to the ceremony as possible. Limit automotive travel as much as possible. Take the pressure off yourself and appoint a trusted friend with your taste in mind to make decisions during the day. Have the florist or caterer talk with your friend, so you remain cool and unfazed.
When do you start taking pictures? I prefer to start photos 2 hours before the wedding ceremony. That allows for a bit of getting ready photos, mini-sessions with the couple’s groups (separately), and a nice time buffer before the actual ceremony.
Do you bring back-up equipment? Yes. Full backup gear is always a reach away in the rare case of equipment failure (it happens).
Can you photograph in a large variety of situations? Yes. I bring fast, light-grabbing lenses and high-sensitivity cameras for marginal lighting conditions. We also bring portable, wireless, off-camera mini studio lights for use when the situation demands.
Should I have one or two photographers at my wedding? Depending on the size of your event, it might be wise to have me bring an associate photographer. It’s easy to add a second photographer to your service level, and this descriptive page might help steer your decision.
Do you accept credit cards? Yes, I accept most major credit cards.
Why should we hire you to photograph our Wedding? I’m quick, funny, creative, and always have a positive attitude, making the best of unplanned situations. You'll see your images quickly, and your friends & family will love the online experience.
What is needed to reserve our Wedding date? A signed photography order and a $400 first payment. The balance is due 10 days before the wedding. Dates are first-come, first-served.
How do we proceed? I’d love to hear about your plans. Please send a wedding date inquiry below. We'll check availability, either my business manager, Sonia, or I will respond quickly. Thank you!