I lean towards a documentary (fly on the wall, candid-heavy) approach, staying as inconspicuous as possible while still taking charge when needed. On the wedding day, I'm a sponge, soaking in and capturing every moment. My camera stays up, no matter what. In the edit, I stylize images to enhance tones and highlight the subject while keeping the realism of the day alive. I aim for a "true to life" feel, just as you remember it.
"Will all the images we receive be edited?"
Yes, every image you receive will be fully edited. The beautiful side of wedding photography is shooting out in the field and the ugly side is me hunched over at my computer editing for 10 hours a day. :)
"Do we own the copyright to our photos?"
Yes! As outlined in the contract, you and I will share full rights to the final images. These are photos of YOU, why shouldn't you own them?
"Will you travel to our wedding in _________?"
Of course! I'm willing to travel anywhere in the US, world, universe, you name it. There are no travel fees for weddings in New England. If your wedding is outside of New England or the US, please contact me.
"How do engagement sessions work? Do we have to do one?"
Engagement sessions are very beneficial for the whole wedding photography process. They help both of us – you get to see my shooting style, and I get to understand your preferences and how you interact as a couple. We can experiment with different poses and find what works best. It’s a great icebreaker, building a comfortable relationship before the big day, making the wedding photoshoot a breeze. While not mandatory, I highly recommend it.
"Can we see more images from a previous wedding as an example?"
Absolutely! Viewing a full wedding gallery will give you a better sense of what to expect when the final product is delivered. Just ask, and I'll send a few galleries over.
"Do we get all of the images you take?
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The number of edited images you receive will depend on your wedding day. My goal is to provide a generous selection that fully encapsulates the narrative of the day.
"You look like you're 16, are you old enough to be doing this?"
My parents said it's ok.
"Do you work with a second photographer?"
I offer the option to add a second photographer, and it's highly recommended, though not required. A second photographer allows us to capture a wider view of the day without missing a beat. It also gives us the flexibility to get more creative shots and helps with time management. Double the photographers, double the moments captured!
"What kind of equipment do you use?
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I’m a canon boy! I shoot on two Canon R6 cameras. My main lenses are the Canon 24mm f/1.4, 50mm f/1.2, 85mm f/1.2, 100mm f/2.8 macro, 70-200mm f/2.8. I also use various Canon speedlights. Plus, I always bring backup equipment to each wedding, just in case. :)
"What's your favorite part of the wedding day?"
I love having an 'all-access' pass to capture moments traditionally unseen by other guests. For example, the nervous seconds between a father and bride before they open the church doors and walk down the aisle together. I love being able to be a fly on the wall during these moments.
"Do you offer albums, prints?"
I offer a wide range of high-quality albums and photographic prints. Various mounting options and covers are available, custom-made to match your preferences. To inquire about albums and prints, feel free to contact me.
"When will we see our images?"
You'll get a small "sneak peek" batch within one week after the big day. But, you know the saying: the best things in life come to those who wait. Average delivery of all images takes roughly 2-4 months.
"What happens if you get sick?"
I've never missed a wedding, but in the rare event that my hospital bed doesn't have wheels, I have a list of professional photographers ready to cover for me. Simply put, if I'm alive, I'll be at your wedding.
"Okay well what happens if you die though?"
I don't know, that would suck.
"What are your hobbies?"
Skiing, hiking, kayaking, drumming, walking my dog, eating pizza, and of course, taking photos too.
"We want to hire you, how does this process work?"
