Do you require a deposit?
Yes. Once I have accepted your booking fee and signed contract, I am no longer available to anyone else for that date. The booking fee is non-refundable.
Do you use an assistant?
Yes, I do. In most photo shoots, I will have an assistant with me. I want to make sure I capture all the special moments of my clients during the shoot.
How do your portrait sessions work?
Once you have contacted me through the 'Contact Me' page, we can meet up for lunch or coffee/tea or ice-cream or whatever and discuss the detials of your photo session or ask any questions you may have for me. A non refundable booking fee will be required during that time if you do decide to hire me. And that's it. We are ready to go out and have some fun.
How long will it take?
Shooting time can range anywhere from 40 minutes to 2 hours. I am very flexible on this and the time spent will be primarily affected by the number of locations and clothing changes. Also, if time allows, I would love to start (or end) by meeting at a restaurant, coffee shop, bar, or ice-cream shop so I can treat you.
Where should we do it?
I want your photography to fit your personality, so I want the location to fit as well. We can shoot just about anywhere! It could be a meaninful location like where you first met, where he proposed, or where you went on a particularly memorable date. It could involve a shared hobby like a baseball diamond, a poker room, or a library. Or it could just be a place that fits your personal style like a beach, a farm, or a downtown.
What should we wear? Can we bring a change of clothes?
Like the location, wear something that fits your personality and style. Its generally best not to wear anything with a strong pattern, large logos, or text. Most importantly, wear something that is comfortable. If you are not comfortable, it will show in your pictures. You are more than welcome to bring a change of clothes, so feel free to mix it up between dressy, casual, and even stuff thats a joke.
Can we bring along our pets?
Yes! Please do bring them along. Keep in mind that we will want to get some shots without them also.
How many images will I get?
The final batch for a one hour session is 20 images. Again, each photo is completely post-processed.
How soon will I see my photos?
Turnaround time on print orders varies depending on the quantity, size and kinds of prints ordered, as well as the time of year at which the order is placed. Clients can expect most standard print orders to be fulfilled within 3 - 4 weeks.
What kind of equipments do you use?
I only use Nikon gears and top of the line professional lenses.
Feel free to contact me if you have any additional questions.
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