FAQS
Do you take engagement photos?
Absolutely! In fact, an engagement session is one of the biggest recommendations we want you to consider when hiring your wedding photographer. Besides getting killer images of the two of you, this is the time to start building the relationship with your photographer, learn about the process, become comfortablein front of the camera and with your photographer, and know what to expect for your wedding day.
Having an engagement session yields superior wedding day images!
What’s a “first look” and do I need one?
A first look is simply a choice to see each other before the ceremony, and have the flexibility and freedom to take all of your wedding party and/or family photos ahead of time.We highly encourage a first look if your ceremony and reception are taking place at the same venue.
This will allow you more time for your important photos, and to enjoy your cocktail hour with your guests. If you have a good amount of time between your ceremony and reception, this is not necessary.
How many weddings a year do you take?
I do no more than 30 weddings a year. I prefer to provide exceptional service and a personal experience for each wedding couple, which means I choose not to accept multiple back-to-back weddings per weekend.
By doing this, I am not limiting myself, rather I am allowing me to fully commit to each and every client.
How many photographs will we received?
An average wedding yields between 600 and 1200 files, but that number is flexible, This is all depend on various factors such as size of the weddings, number of photo sessions, second shooter, wedding activities, etc.
Do you have insurance?
Yes, and I am happy to provide a certificate of insurance to your venue upon request.
Who is your second photographer?
I work with several professional independent photographers that I vetted personally to shoot in a consistent manner.
What kind of camera gear do you use?
I use several professional digital and film cameras (Contax 645, Fujifilm GFX 50S, XH-1, X-Pro2). A range of professional lenses, and other lighting equipment
What is Digital Download means?
I deliver the photos to you via online gallery where you can directly download all the pictures to your computer hard drive in different resolutions (social media, hi-res, original)
Do you travel?
Yes I do!
No extra travel fee for weddings inside travel area (Bay Area)
When will we receive our wedding photographs?
4 weeks is my average turnaround time.
How do I book my date? What is the payment schedule?
I require a signed contract and 50% retainer to secure your date. All of this is done conveniently online, where you are able to access all of your pertinent wedding information right at your fingertips. I accept credit cards. Your balance must be paid one month before the wedding date.
What happens if you can’t make it to the wedding?
It would take a pretty grave situation for me to miss your wedding. If for some horrible reason I was unable to be there, I will secure a replacement photographer with similar artistic style. If a replacement photographer can not be found, I will give a full refund.
Do we have to buy prints through you?
Nope. You will have a license for personal use and reproduction written into your agreement.
What is the next step?
We can schedule a consultation, hopefully over coffee or Boba:) to talk about more of your wedding visions. Once you decide to book, I will send you my Wedding Photography Agreement and an invoice for the deposit. Once I receive those two things, I will hold your date!