WE WANT TO BOOK YOU! WHAT ARE THE STEPS TO BOOK?

Once you’re ready to make things official, I’ll send you an elecronic contract to sign and an invoice where you can submit payment right there. 

For weddings, an $1000 retainer payment and signed contract is required to book. Your remaining balance is then split into two payments, with half due 30 days after your booking date, and your final balance due at least 90 days prior to your wedding date. You don’t have to decide on a package right away, all that’s needed is a $1000 retainer payment and slectronic signature on your contract to reserve your date! The $1000 serves as a non-refundable retainer to hold your wedding date. Once your contract is signed and your deposit is paid, the date is yours! Please note that no date is reserved until we have received both the contract and the retainer. 

For sessions, 50% of your collection and a signed contract is required to book. Your remaining balance is due at least one week (7 days) prior to your session date. 

HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET, AND HOW DO WE GET THEM?

I do not limit the number of photographs you receive, and will deliver a beautiful full gallery of unlimited, fully edited, high resolution images from your wedding day. On average I find I deliver around 50 images per hour of shooting, so for an 8 hour wedding, you should expect to receive around 400 images, and a typical portrait session, somewhere around 100. I love delivering my client’s files quickly and easily via an online gallery.  Your collection includes the ability to print, share and download your images as many times as you want, in both high resolution (print, lifetime storage) and web size (social media sharing) sizes.

WHAT KIND OF EQUIPMENT DO YOU SHOOT WITH, AND IS IT INSURED?

Absolutely! I simultaneously shoot on two canon camera bodies with multiple prime and zoom lenses to cover all scenerios and use multipe lenses for a variation of photos and an interesting well crafted final gallery. All equipment is insured, I am PPA certified and licensed, and a platinum level Canon Professional Services member. 

DO YOU CARRY BACKUP EQUIPMENT?

I arrive with several sets of backup equipment (camera bodies and lenses) and at time of shooting all of your photos are shot to double record on to two different cards (one SD, one CF) and immediately backed up in three locations after our time together. My second shooter also arrives with their own equipment, backup equipment, and I handle the cards, back them up, and only return to my second shooter once their images have gone through the same backup and storage procedures. Accidents happen, cards go corrupt, hard drives fail, and people are human. Wether you book me with or another photographer, this is the most important question to ask, so be sure you have all of the information to when booking your wedding photographer. These are moments that can never be replicated, photos that can never be replaced. Keeping your photos safe and having the best gear to capture them should be the TOP priority of your wedding photographer.

DO YOUR PACKAGES INCLUDE DIGITAL IMAGES OR TO WE BUY THOSE SEPARATELY?

Absolutely. Every collection includes all of the high-resolution digital images and a print and share release stating that you can make copies, share, download as many times as you like, order prints and products from your gallery or from wherever you like, and unlimited usage rights for personal use. Enjoy!

HOW LONG ARE SESSIONS AND WHEN DO THEY TAKE PLACE?

I try to schedule my outdoor portrait sessions to take place right around an hour and a half or so before the sun sets, or what I fondly refer to as “golden hour.” This is when the light is at its best and will make your photos equally stunning.

CAN WE SEE A FULL WEDDING OR PORTRAIT GALLERY?

Absolutely. Click here to view complete client galleries. During our consultation, we can always review additional client galleries together, as well as engagement, bridal, boudoir, “after” sessions, and more. 

CAN WE POST OUR PHOTOS ON SOCIAL MEDIA?

Absolutely! All collections include a print and share release for unlimited useage rights. Your gallery of images are all unwatermarked, and yours to download and share as many times as you like, in both full res or web size. You are welcome to share as you please, post online, order prints and products, etc.

WHEN SHOULD WE BOOK?

I typically book out spring and fall dates 12-18 months in advance, with May, June, August, September, and October typically being my most heavily booked months. It’s never too early to check dates and availability, and I recommend booking as soon as you know your date and secured your location/venue. If you’re planning a wedding and you’re inside this time frame (even as close to a few months before your wedding or elopement), don’t hesitate to contact us. We may still have the date available! If you’re considering several dates or if you have some flexibility in your date (maybe a Friday or a Sunday, or even a weekday wedding?), be sure to let me know so I may offer some alternatives if your date is already taken.

HOW MANY HOURS OF COVERAGE DO WE NEED?

During our consultation, we will chat through the details of your plans and discuss how much coverage is best for your wedding as every union is different. As most couples are booking a year+ in advance, it can be hard to know exactly what they need at time of booking. A flat retainer is due when you book to secure your wedding date but allow for ample time to determine your specific needs. I’ll be with you through the entire planning process to help you determine how long I should be with you on your big day. You don’t have to make any final decisions about your collection until 90 days before your wedding day when final balance is due. 
 

DO YOU DO CUSTOM PACKAGES?

Of course! I believe that every union and every couple is unique, and therefore every wedding photo experience should be too. I get to know you, what you’re looking for, and how I can best serve you before sending your custom packages your way. Even my set packages are base collections that all include the ability to add on extra hours, products, photographers, add-on sessions, etc. Most events that we photograph end up with a custom package of some sort. 

DO YOU RECOMMEND AN ENGAGEMENT SESSION?

Engagement sessions are a great way for us to get to know each other and for you to become comfortable with the camera. It’s also nice when, years later, you have photos beyond those that were taken on your wedding day. Having photos that capture the joy of being engaged, reflect your life, looking as you normally do, and doing something you would normally do is something that you will treasure. Plus, I find most of my couples later incorporate their engagement portraits into the wedding day, use for save the dates, wedding websites, sharing on social media etc. 

DO YOU TRAVEL?

You know it! I have shot weddings and elopements in Hawaii, Barcelona, Mexico, Boston, throughout California (from The Redwoods to Coronado), and all over Washington, Idaho, and Oregon. Don’t worry about travel fees, I’ve already calculated travel fees ahead of time, so as long as you know WHERE you’re planning to wed, what you see quoted to you is all-inclusive (plus taxes of course). I LOVE to travel the globe and am inspired capturing love in new places, so I make it simple as can be for you so you’re most inclined to let me tag along. My travel documents are up to date, I have special international travel gear as well as insurance, so wherever you’re going, I’m ready!

CAN WE MEET WITH YOU BEFORE WE BOOK?

Establishing a great connection with my clients is paramount to being able to capture them in amazing photographs. Having some sort of contact beyond e-mail and my online questionnaires is essential to making sure we are the ideal fit for each other before booking, and for you to be comfortable having me along with you on such a monumental day in your life. I offer complimentary consultations in-person, via Zoom, FaceTime, Skype, or phone for my long-distance and destination clients before booking for this very reason, and I love to meet again (in-person or virtually) again a time or two throughout the planning process. 

WHAT PAYMENT METHODS DO YOU ACCEPT AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

Payments can be made directly on your electronic invoice (at no fee) via credit or debit card ot ACH bank transfer. If you prefer to pay by check or money order, please be sure to let me know and mail to the address listed on your invoice. All invoicing and payment due date details can be easily found on your electronic invoice, listed on your booking documents and in your client portal, and automatic e-mail reminders help alert you when your payments are coming due. 

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET OUR ONLINE GALLERY?

I love to provide a large sneak peek within the first week after your wedding to let your friends and family share in your excitement while its fresh. My standard turnaround time for delivering a fully completed wedding gallery is six to eight weeks. During busy peak season, please allow up to eight-ten weeks for delivery.