Custom Package
I would be happy to put together a custom package.
Tell me what you're looking for and I'll send a quote right out to you
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The Resplendent
up to 8 hours of coverage
online gallery hosting 90 days
40 4x6 in. matted prints in archival box
edited Digital Negatives-USB Flash Drive
images delivered-two weeks
$3999
Luminous
up to 10 hours of coverage
engagement session- edited negatives included
online gallery hosting 1 full year
34 page 11x14 Wedding Album- up to 200 images
full set completely edited digital files-USB flash drive
images delivered - two weeks
$4999
Print Packages
Art Collector
(value $725)
3 5x7 inch prints
3 8x10 inch prints
1 16x24 inch print
1 20x30 inch print
$499
Black Label
(value $1520)
1 16x24 inch Canvas
1 16x24 inch Metal Print
1 20x30 inch Canvas Print
1 20x30 inch Metal Print
$999
Portfolio Box
Folio box (various linen colors) -15 photographs, 11x14 in. hand matted in archival box with USB drive of selected images. This is an excellent way to showcase and archive your favorite photographic prints.
$1200
FAQ
Can you describe your style/How do you photograph?
Decisive, gentle (un-obtrusive), pictorial. The images have a "still life" quality to them. I am aware- I know what is happening all around me, especially those short magical moments. My intention is to be following what is happening all around, and to have situational awareness. This way I can be there "waiting" before chance candid moments happen.
What is an engagement session?
An engagement session is a portrait photo session with you and your partner. It's a great way to warm up to the camera so that you're relaxed with it on your wedding day. I will photograph candid and posed images. The location is up to you. Some places I have worked: urban centers, piers, beaches, old mansions, first date restaurants, parks. Use your imagination and pick a great spot. The images are delivered within one week ( 10 days if we use film) and uploaded to your gallery. This is meant to be a fun light experience so don't worry to much about it. It helps us build rapport for the wedding day. Please see my engagement session gallery.
Can you walk me through a typical wedding day?
A full day usually begins with the "getting ready" segment. I will come to the bride and photograph her and the bridesmaids getting hair and makeup done. Then I'll head on over to the guys and photograph them hanging out and getting ready. Then I go back to the bride to be there after she gets into her dress. From there we go to the venue. Sometimes I will ride along in the limo, trolley, etc. After the ceremony we take a few formals of family (if that's what the couple wants) at the location. Then I will take the bridal party to a close by location to do their shoot. We will do a few formals (if that's what the couple wants) then some candids. This is a great time and everyone has fun!
After the bridal party shoot is complete, I will take the couple alone for their shoot. This is their time to be together alone for the first time. It's perfect since the intimacy is there and I can photograph it naturally. I let the couple have some time together. I photograph them candidly and looking at the camera. We can go to a different location if they chose.
Then they're off to the cocktail hour. I work efficiently enough so the couple has some time with their guests. Then bridal party introduction and the reception begins. During the reception I will go to each table to photograph the guests. I don't photograph while people are eating, this is my time to have a break and catch my breath!
I photograph all of the dancing and fun that happens at wedding receptions. I photograph to the end of your chosen time. I go home and many times look at the images that night!
Why is the photography at your wedding so important?
Many couples spend lots of time and energy in finding the right venue and reception hall for the wedding. Couples are concerned with the menu, the DJ, the number of guests etc. Yes, these things are important, but they do not last. The one thing that does make it through the years are your pictures. Your wedding photography is often overlooked as "not that important". Or these days many couples feel that "my friends and family will take pictures with their phones"! There is a huge difference between your friends phone and a dedicated professional who does this for a living. After the wedding and fantastic reception you return from the honeymoon, and you are excited to re-live your wedding through your pictures. If you chose wisely, you will feel like you are there again. Every time you look at your pictures you will remember the day that started your union. These pictures will be with you when the reception, and the last piece of wedding cake is served...it's the one thing that lasts
How long will it take to get my photos back?
Two weeks, that's it. I want you to have your images soon. I know what it's like to be waiting for your pictures (waiting on film processing!) I work very hard to return your images to you within the time period. Even during peak season you will have your images returned within a few weeks. After each wedding I work everyday during the week in my studio editing the images. Remember this is my full time job, and I work everyday!
Do you carry a backup camera in case something goes wrong?
Absolutely! I carry at least three cameras with me to every wedding. I have backup flashes, lenses, and batteries.
Will you shoot film at my wedding?
Yes! Honestly I can't wait to shoot film at your wedding! The look and mood of film is unbeatable. I will shoot color and monochrome medium format professional Kodak portrait film, and 35mm black and white films. I will cover the cost of the processing/scanning because I know you'll love the way your photographs look. I send out the film carefully packaged with tracking. The film gets processed and scanned. I download the images and edit them if necessary. The film images rarely need anything done to them!
Do I get all of the images, even the unedited ones?
I get this question a lot. We edit out the images that have no significance. Closed eyes, un-flattering expressions, etc. Sometimes I will do an "outtakes" folder if we have enough images for it. We edit the collection to be a cohesive body of work.
Do you edit all of the images?
Yes! I go through and cull the entire collection. Then I take this set and edit for tone, color, and sharpness. I want each and every one of your images to be solid stand alone images. I want you to be able to print large any image and know that it has been professionally edited and will look great.
Are the images on the Flash Drive full resolution?
Yes. I give you a flash drive with all of the full resolution edited, images with a print release, included are both the digital images and film images.