Question 1

How many weddings do you photograph each year?

Accepted Answer

I photograph between 12 - 15 each year so i can give my couples the best experience and the best of me. If I'm overbook, im physically, emotionally and creatively exhausted. Most of my couple hire me for than wedding days - engagements, rehearsal dinners, anniversary, sessions, etc. so i think its important to keep my schedule open for these opportunities and keep my turnaround time quick.

Question 2

Where are you based? Do you travel for wedding and are there fees?

Accepted Answer

I am bi-coastal business and split my time between Southern California and New England. although I'm based in Los Angeles, i will happily jump in a car/bus/plane to photograph you. if you're getting married outside the state of California, travel fees will be included in your wedding collection.

Question 3

So why shouldwe fly you out over hiring a local photographer?

Accepted Answer

You shouldn't feel limited to hire someone local because it's simpler. i love traveling for weddings - it's one of the perks of the job (aside from wedding cake) and i've developed the ability to shoot in unfamiliar places by sourcing the best light and getting inspired by the beauty of the area.

Question 4

Who handle the travel expenses and bookings?

Accepted Answer

all travel expenses are included in the quote i send you, so everything is good to go. i book my own flights, hotels, and rental cars a couple of months before your wedding and always make sure to fly in two in two days before your date to make sure there isn't anything that could impact your coverage.

Question 5

During weddings, do you shoot with a second photographer?

Accepted Answer

i can if you'd like! about half my clients request a second photographer to help document their day. its great to have two sets of hands on location to document each moment from every single angle. it'll most likely be another local or my husband if you're not adding videography services to your wedding collection.

Question 6

What's the payment schedule look like ?

Accepted Answer

I require 30% retainer to secure your spot. once that's received your date is oficially on my calendar. the remaining payments can be split ip between one or two more installments, with the final one due a month in advance for weddings. engagement and family clients can pay their remainder on the day of the session.

Question 7

Do you help with the planning process?

Accepted Answer

yes absolutely! not only have i been photographing weddings for three years, but i'm also a recent newlywed so i know the industry as both a vendor and a bride. i know how stressful it can be how many questions you have to answer and decisions you have to make.

Question 8

What is a first look? What's the benefit?

Accepted Answer

A fist look is an opportunity for you as a couple to see each other after being apart most of the morning. it's a time to enjoy those emotional, just you moments before the main event.

Question 9

Can you tell us more about how an engagement session works?

Accepted Answer

Engagement sessions are such an important aspect of your wedding process. it's a time for you to share who you are as a couple and document your essence, your quirks and your intimacy.

Question 10

What if we need to reschedule our session due to bad weather?

Accepted Answer

I always encourage embracing whatever the weather decides to do during a session - it'll be a unique experience no matter what mother nature throws at us.

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How many weddings do you photograph each year?

Where are you based? Do you travel for wedding and are there fees?

So why shouldwe fly you out over hiring a local photographer?

Who handle the travel expenses and bookings?

During weddings, do you shoot with a second photographer?

What's the payment schedule look like ?

Do you help with the planning process?

What is a first look? What's the benefit?

Can you tell us more about how an engagement session works?

What if we need to reschedule our session due to bad weather?

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