Some Common Questions and Answers
Why should we hire you for our wedding or event?
Because I will take care of you as if your event is my event. Taking advantage of my event planner wife, I can help you craft a timeline that allows your day to be YOUR day. Because I will be here for you as a resource with more than 10 years of experience with weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs and charity events. Because weddings and other events can be stressful and I will be with you the entire time.
I will be your problem solver, your family wrongler and your point person. I will help ensure that your day does just as you want it to go and captured as you want it captured. I will be your eyes and ears so that you can focus on really celebrating your day and know that your photography is in extremely skilled and caring hands.
I provide the same attention to detail when helping with your headshots, family portraits, senior portraits or other projects. While I love photography, I understand that many people are not comfortable on the other side of the camera. I will help you enjoy the process so that you look forward to doing it again and again.
What is your pricing?
This is a good question but one that is difficult to answer. My rates vary based on, among other things, location and length of the event. While local travel does not usually impact my rates, extended travel will. There are also significant differences between a two hour event, a four hour event and an all day event that go beyond simply multiplying an hourly rate.
Local wedding rates (8 hours) begin at $950. Please click here for rate information for shorter weddings, other events and portraits/headshots.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes. I require a 33% non-refundable deposit to hold your date. The balance is due two weeks prior to your wedding or event.
Do you edit all of our photographs?
Yes. Every image that you receive has been edited, one at a time, without batching in bulk groups or mass-producing the results. Certain images will be selected for special attention and re-touching above and beyond the individual image editing.
Do you also provide video services?
I do, but for most events I can only provide photography or video, but not both.
How long will it take before we receive our products and photographs?
Your online gallery will be posted within three weeks of the wedding or event, and this is when your digital files are released to you. Print products are generally available within three weeks of your gallery going live. Most albums are delivered to you within four weeks of your final approval of the album design.
Are our digital files watermarked?
No. The high resolution images in your online gallery will not be watermarked.
How many images will we receive?
The number of photos that you receive depends on many different factors-the number of guests, hours of coverage, type of event, hours of dancing, etc. My average for an eight hour day is around 500 images.
Do we own the digital images?
Yes and no. For all practical purposes, you will own the images in the sense that you can do whatever you want with them. Download them, print them, send them to friends and family. However, I retain the copyright to the images and the right to use them for promotional purposes, competition, professional review and similar purposes.
Do we receive the raw, unedited files?
No. Raw files are not available for viewing or purchase. The images selected for editing and final delivery reflect my high standards and the other images are not archived. You can rest assured knowing that any images not delivered are truly outtakes (closed eyes, flash didn't fire, person walking in front of the camera, etc.).
Do you need to attend our rehearsal?
No. I don't need to attend but coverage can be added to your package if you want me to attend. We will talk about the timing of your day and the flow of your event. I will be completely prepared for your event.
Can we order extra prints or other products?
Yes. Your digital images are delivered to you through a password protected online gallery. The gallery contains an ordering system for prints and other products, which can be ordered through the gallery. As you will also have the digital files, you can download the images and have them printed wherever you want. However, I cannot guarantee the quality of the prints that you receive if you choose your own photo lab.
How does the album design process work?
I prepare a preview album for you to review, and send you an online link. After you have reviewed the preview, we'll set up a time to meet (online or in person) to finish your design.
Do you offer engagement sessions?
Yes. Engagement sessions can be added to any package.