How many hours will you spend at my wedding?
First of all, I think that when you hire a photographer for your wedding day, the whole day should be captured. Because of this, my minimum package includes at least 6 hours. Additional hours are available and better collections will include 8 or 12 hours.
Do you provide the Digital Files?
Yes. The digital files are available as part of any collection provided an album is also purchased. I consider the album as the “Final Cut” and the final representation of your wedding day story told through pictures. It is the only archival medium that we can be sure will last many generations, and as such I strongly believe every couple should have one. Any digital file used in the album is provided with the album purchase. The other files from the final selection are also available for purchase and are included in the better collections.
Do you work with an assistant? Do you have a 2nd photographer?
Sometimes I use an assistant and at your option a 2nd photographer can be added for an additional fee. That said, I am very comfortable working alone, and I work very efficiently and effectively without a 2nd photographer or assistant. Depending on the specifics of the wedding I may choose to have an assistant work with me, but that usually depends on specialized lighting needs or similar issues that vary from wedding to wedding and venue to venue. If you do choose to add a 2nd photographer, I hire a real, bona fide photographer to fill that position. This 2nd photographer will not be an amateur looking to learn how to shoot a wedding, an unskilled friend or relative, or any simple warm body hired to hold a camera. I use professional photographers, most of whom have their own business or otherwise work as photographers for a living. They are experienced and will provide real additional value to your coverage – not just different angles of the same exact thing I’m shooting.
What about engagement sessions?
I also include engagement sessions in all my wedding photography collections. In addition to giving you a sampling of great, casual images, it gives us a chance to work together and to get to know each other. As your wedding photographer I will be one of the closest people to you on your wedding day, I want to make sure you are comfortable with me.
Do you help us with our schedule?
I am available for a consultation anytime regarding your wedding day plans. We will definitely have a meeting about 2-4 weeks before your wedding where we develop a schedule for the day, and to cover who and when we will be photographing. From that you will receive a time line that you can give to everyone affected by the photography.
When will I see my images?
Your images will be ready about 4 weeks following the wedding. Depending on your collection choice your proofing gallery will be posted at that time and we will schedule an appointment to begin your album design and take your order for any addition products such as parent albums, prints, frames, etc.
Do you travel?
Sure! Although I’m a Fresno based wedding photographer, I do travel. And since I really like to travel, I have pretty reasonable rates. There is no extra mileage charge for weddings on the central coast such as Pismo Beach, Morro Bay, Shell Beach, Avila Beach, or San Luis Obispo and the surrounding areas. Travel to the Bay Area (San Francisco, Oakland, Napa) is also included, as are most Central Valley locations from Sacramento to Modesto to Visalia and Bakersfield. The only potential charge for these locations is a hotel room for the night prior to and after the wedding. Southern California does cost a bit more, but give me a call and we’ll work something out. Depending on location there may be a restriction on which Wedding Collections are available.
Of course, if you have further questions that are not answered here, please give me a call or send me an email. You can find my contact information on the “contact” page.