Questions & Answers

• What are your standard payment terms? I ask for a deposit to hold the date (50% of session fee). 100% payment the day of the shoot, before shooting..

• What makes you different from other local portrait photographers? Why should someone hire you? I take lifestyle portraiture. I specialize in capturing your personality in natural environments that say something about you. Whether it be a park, the beach, a busy street sidewalk, or home. Portraiture is an art that should say something about the person in the photo..

• How many months in advance do I need to reserve your services for my wedding date? As soon as possible! The wedding season is year round, and photographers book, sometimes one year in advance..

• Who exactly will be taking pictures at my wedding? Do you use subcontractors? I will be the primary shooter. All photos on the website have been taken by me. If you request a 2nd shooter, a 2nd photographer will be supplied, for an extra charge..

• What are your standard payment terms? How much is the deposit? The deposit to hold the date is 30% of the total package amount (non-refundable after 48 hours of signing contract). 100% is due 2 weeks before event..

• What is your event cancellation policy? You have 48 hours to cancel within signing contract to receive a full refund of initial deposit..

• What is your customer satisfication cancellation policy? .

• What is included in your basic wedding packages? Our basic package includes: Coverage by 1 photographer, and 1 assistant; 2 month photo gallery, a flush mount album or photo book; proof disk; basic color correction of photos; print purchase specials for guests; online album showcase for viewing and approval within a week of your event!.

• Can guests view and order shots on-line? How soon will the photos be put on-line? A online photo gallery will be available for guests to view within 1-2 weeks of your event. We like to collect your guest email addresses so they can receive latest updates and specials for your event. .

• Will you be taking digital photographs? Is there an extra charge for this service? All our photos are taken in digital. We can do 35 mm film, upon request, but we usually carry that as a backup..

• What new ideas have you implemented in the last couple years? Are you current with latest trends? We use PhotoShop and Aperature software to assist in editing, color correction and special effects..

• What kind of equipment will you bring with you? Do you bring backup equipment? lighting? We pack multiple camera bodies and lenses, as well as backup 35 mm cameras, tripod, and accessories..

• Can I keep the negatives? the proofs? Is there an extra charge for this service? How much? Depending on what package you build, proofs are available for sale. If you purchase an album with your package, all proofs are included. Yours to keep. We offer it in both hi resolution disk AND a proof book..

• Do you bring an assistant to the wedding to help coordinate portraits? An assistant is helpful in coordinating portraits and formals, as well as assisting the photographer with necessary equipment, and allowing for smooth transitions so that no moment is missed. .

• Can we request both that both color and black & white photography be used at the wedding? All photos will be available in color and black and white..

• How far are you willing to travel? Is there a travel charge? We travel within 20 miles radius from Downtown L.A. Any further incurs travel fees of $1/mile, one way..

• How would you describe your photographic style? What does this mean? I like to record and capture moments. Moments that tug at the emotions, laughter, smiles, tears, hugs. I like to capture the personalities of the bride and groom and their guests. I like natural settings and environments, blending in with the environment, so as to not impose on your day, your moment. .

• How many pictures do you take? Can I provide a list of posed photos for you to take? Depending on the hours (coverage), I shoot anywhere from 500-800 shots per event. We allow time for formal pictures. We go over the list with you to make sure your schedule allows for these important pictures to be taken..

• How quickly will I receive my prints? Your online photo gallery will be available to view for purchase as early as 1-2 weeks from event. An online album showcase will be available to view for your approval as early as 5 days from your wedding!.

• What makes you different from other local photographers? Why should someone hire you? We offer genuine customer service from beginning to end, pre and post event. We offer beautiful, quality photography and products. We customize packages to meet your needs, no matter what the budget. .

Return to business brochure