THE FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

We get a little nervous in front of cameras, how do you make sure we look our best?

I love your work, but do you have payment options?

No need to worry at all! In over 9 years of photographing literally thousands of different people, I've never once met someone who felt truly comfortable in front of a camera, so you're not alone. I myself have yet to figure out the secret! That still hasn't stopped me from making countless couples and people look their absolute best. My style is very laid-back, I enjoy giving prompts over poses and letting the person in front of the camera take it wherever feels most natural for them. Our favorite photos of ourselves are usually the ones we feel represent us most authentically, so I try to encourage that on every shoot. Oh, and I also send you an entire photoshoot guide to help you look and feel your best.

I stay in close touch with both you and the planner throughout the entire planning process. After our first discovery call you'll have unrestricted access to me as often as you need. I also have a complete wedding photography guide to help you prepare long before the big day. And even if you never read a word of it, I've still got you covered. A couple months before the wedding day I send you a brief questionnaire that covers any and all bases. It helps me make sure I have all the information I need to plan your timeline. It also lets me bother you both as little as possible with questions, just one and done!

How do I book my wedding date?

Once your wedding date is sealed and you've selected your proposal, I send over a contract for you to both sign. After you've signed and I've countersigned, it's a 50% deposit of your total balance and you're booked! The remainder is due one month before your wedding date.

If 2020 taught us anything it's that our finances are never guaranteed. So if you and your partner need a little flexibility with your payments, I'd be more than happy to help in any way I can.

How many photos do we receive? Will they be edited? Can I have the raw photos?

How long does it take for us to get all of our photos?

My record so far is next-day delivery but typically about 2-4 weeks. I don't understand where the notion that couples should wait months for their photos came from, but that won't be happening here. Film photos take a little bit longer sometimes but even those shouldn't be more than a month or so.

8 hours of coverage for me usually yields about 500-700 photos without a second shooter. They are all edited to represent your day as closely as possible while also making you and your loved ones look your best. I don't give out raw photos but you can rest assured you will receive every usable or meaningful photo I take, even the blurry ones.

Do you have options for a second photographer?

Should I give you a shot list for anything?

I'm here for all the Pinterest boards and vision boards you've got, I love learning more about your vision and story. As for actual shot lists, the only one I always recommend making is a family formals list. Beyond that, most shot lists end up hindering your photographer's creativity if followed. While I'll always keep in mind the must-have shots that are important to you, every wedding day is different and being open to the spontaneity will always yield better, more authentic results.

Absolutely. I have a very wide network of photographers I can rely on. I can handle most weddings on my own, however, if you're planning on having a larger event with over 100 guests or so, I would highly recommend adding on a second shooter. This lets me focus on the most important moments while my second can get creative and make some truly magical images.

How do you help us prepare for our wedding day?