Frequently Asked Wedding Photography Questions
What areas do you work in?
My “home” area is in or around Tampa, Florida. However, I do travel frequently for wedding photography in all of Florida or anywhere else in the US. I love traveling so if you’re planning on having a wedding outside of the area, and enjoy my photography, then please give me a call!
How would you define your photography style for weddings?
I get questions like this a lot, and it’s a very good one! I specialize in portrait-journalist wedding photography. This style allows me to stage those shots which greatly benefit from it (Rings, details, portraits, etc) while still capturing the true emotion of the day. Whether you want formally posed shots or unobtrusive coverage, this style allows me the flexibility to capture all the emotions from your wedding day and more edgy & dramatic photos.
What forms of payment do you accept?
I accept cash, check, all major credit cards, and even PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.I love your work! How do I book you for my wedding photography? To book your wedding day, I require both a signed contract and a 20% retainer to hold the day.
What photography equipment do you bring to the wedding?
Dependent on what is required (formals, wedding/reception restrictions or lighting challenges and special requests) I always bring a minimum of three camera bodies, multiple lenses, minimum three flashes, multiple batteries (for camera and flash), multiple flash cards and other miscellaneous items (lighting, tripod, lenses, etc). I want to make absolutely certain that any equipment failure on my part does not result in missed photography for you.
My venue requires photographers to have proof of insurance, do you have any?
Actually this is a great question! Wedding photography can be very unforgiving as its a one time event. I maintain three different types of insurance just in case the unforeseeable does happen. One is a general liability policy which covers any type of accident or misfortune which can be attributed to my presence (ex. someone trips over my light stand) Most venues require this of all vendors. The 2nd covers my equipment so if the day before your wedding, I have some equipment failure/loss I can immediately get replacement gear. The third is called errors and omissions. This covers me & you in the event of your photos were lost to some technical complication (ex. card failure or stolen camera).
Do you photograph in both black and white and color?
Yes, I take all my shots in color then convert to black and white after the wedding day. This gives me full control on the processing decisions and how best to bring out the “feel” in each shot. I use a customized B&W conversion process which gives my B&W photographs a very unique look and feel.
How far in advance should I book my wedding photography?
While it can vary depending on the couple, I typically get inquiries for wedding photography about a year or more from the scheduled date.
Do you offer wedding photography albums?
Yes I do. I work with 3 different album companies that specialize in medium to high-end wedding albums. All of my wedding albums are custom designed so you’ll never see any two alike. I also have over 100 album cover choices and materials to insure your album is unique! We work together throughout the wedding album design process to insure your final album is of the highest quality. We also offer coffee table style books so you have something to take everywhere to show off your beautiful photos.
What type of clothing should be worn for our engagement photography?
I feel it’s best to keep your engagement photography about you rather then what you’re wearing. I do advise my clients to stay away from clothing with busy patterns or words. Solid colors work well especially with black and white photography.
When do we get our proofs and/or photos back from the wedding?
It depends on your package. If you choose a package that calls for all final images to be retouched and enhanced it will take at least 8 weeks. Typically it is around the 8 week mark but I can get a bit backlogged in the busy season. You will receive sneak peeks before that time.
When should I schedule my engagement session?
Engagement sessions are typically booked 6-9 months before your wedding date but can be done at any time. Of course, this is just a rough guideline and the season or overall feel you want generally is most important.
When should I send my save the date cards?
According to the most popular etiquette sites, six months is plenty of time to send your save the date card for a domestic wedding. If you are asking a lot of people to travel to the wedding location, especially for a destination wedding out of the country, eight months is recommended.
Is your engagement photography done in a studio or on location?
I specialize in primarily outdoor, natural light photography. Your photos benefit from a beautiful location or somewhere that is special to you as a couple.
How will I receive my photos?
You'll receive photos digitally via downloads from your gallery on our website, in full resolution with no watermarks. Some packages also include a USB with your photos. A release is provided so you can print photos anywhere you like.