F A Q!
Well, the big question is why should you hire us?
What sets you apart from other wedding photographers? We tack the time you like family, get to know you and what you what in your wedding photography. We work with you on your family shot last and give you work with you on a wedding day timeline. Weddings can be stressful and overwhelming; We will be with you buy your side every step of the way. If the timeline gets skewed, we work with it and it gets back on track. We do everything we can to keep you on your timeline.
I always feel awkward in front of the camera will you work with me? Of cores! I know the feeling, so I will be talking to you throughout the session in and out of poses. Give you scenarios or prompts to act out for that more Canada. If I for some reason I stop talking to you, it just means you are in the zone and doing it right. If you start to hear me say AWESOME! Or Beautiful! a lot, it just means you are blowing my mind and I'm lost for words.
How long have you been photographing? I’ve been photographing since 1998 using film. I went professional with working with a portrait studio in 2005, I didn’t start my own business in 2007 and switched over to digital.
Do you do this full time? YES! I started work for my selfie full time back in 2007 wall going to college for my photo degree. Being an entrepreneur just feet my life still. Pushing myself harder and harder, having a friendship with my clients and becoming their family photographer.
How many weddings have you done? More than I can count. I still get a butterfly or two on a wedding day. Every love story is different, and I am happy to be there on your special day.
Do you travel? Oh, my gosh yes! There is something about photography in a location that you feel loved, romantic, and free in. That makes me run to the chance to photography for my clients their dream location. From the white sand beaches of Florida, rustic countryside of Texas, to the red rock formation of Arizona. Just to name a few.
Do you photograph small weddings? Small weddings & elopements are so beautiful! We do have I do have a 4hr wedding collection that will cove all the highlights of your wedding.
How many weddings have you shot? More we can count over the last 12years. What I can say is we photograph an aver of 28 weddings a year.
Booking
How far in advance do I need to book with you? We normally book out 12 - 8 months out for the more popular months. Send us an email to double-check, we may have your date open!
How much of a deposit do you require and when is it due? We ask for 20% of your total at singing to hold your date.
Do you offer payment plans? Of core! we do ask for a retainer upfront to hold your date. then we come up with a payment plan that fits you. Payment finales 30days prior to the wedding day.
What is the best way to pay? Credit card payments are preferable. We absolutely do not accept personal checks.
If I hire you, when will I receive a written contract? Yes! We will send you a digital copy of your contract.
Images
How many images will I receive? We do not put a limit shooting images. If you have more things going on at your wedding or have a big guest list there will be more photos. All the images you see in your online gallery you will get on your USB.
How long after the wedding will I get the proofs? Will they be viewable online? Proofs will be online in 4-6 business weeks.
How long does it take to receive my wedding photos and album? You’ll generally receive your finished photographs in 4-6 weeks. Weddings Prints and Albums take longer during the busy months of March-May and October-December.
Photographic Style
What is your photographic style? We try for a vibrant, colorful, photojournalistic style of wedding photography. To capture the true feeling of your wedding day.
How would you describe your working style? We blend into the background and shoots what unfolds naturally. We taking charge by directing and setting up shots for some of the getting ready and portraits.
Do you shoot weddings in digital, film format, or both? Digital! We put the film away for some years.
Wedding Day
What type of equipment do you use? Do you have backup equipment? We use Pro Nikon SLR Cameras & Lanes. We do have backup equipment if we need to use it.
How will you (and your assistants) be dressed? We were Black outfits and in the summertime, we ware gray do to the heat.
What about a backup plan if you are unable to shoot my wedding for some reason? OGM YES! We always have a backup plan for the wedding day. We even go as far as have a Plan C. So you don’t that to wore about a thing.
Have you ever worked at my wedding venue before? If not, do you plan to check it out in advance? We have worked at many venues over the years. There are so many venues out there and plus destination weddings. We check it out in advance and look around to find the best spot to photograph your portraits and get our A, B,& even C Plan together.
What time will you arrive at the site? We show up 1hr before our start time, to get settled and the venue a look over to see the set up of the day. Meet up with the coordinator to alert them that we have arrived.
If my event lasts longer than expected, will you stay? Is there an additional charge? If your wedding goes over time We will ask you if you what us to stay and let you mack the call if you what more photography. If yes there will be an additional charge.
Have you ever worked with my videographer? Coordinator? Venue manager? etc. There is a lot of wedding professionals out there. On your wedding day, we will introduce ourselves to them and work together as a team.
What information do you need from me before the wedding day? We will send you some documents saved weeks before your wedding day to fill out if we haven't gotten it from your coordinator.
Questions to ask yourself:
- Would you be comfortable grabbing drinks with this photographer?
- Do you feel a connection with the photographer & photos?
- Are you comfortable with the customer service & communication style?
- Did the photographer listen well and address all of your concerns & needs?
What’s next? How do I book you? Email us and get you booked to talk about what your planning for your wedding day!