Am I done asking questions yet?
The FAQ section is set up by category, don’t forget to take advantage of narrowing down the questions by topics. If you still have more, feel free to get in touch with me via the connect [...]
What do you think is the most important thing to look for from a photographer beside good images?
You should like the person and feel like you can let them into your world. When I shoot a wedding, I’m with you before you put on the dress, or tux. My images are ten times better when the [...]
I want a wedding album, what do you offer?
My go to wedding albums are custom designed by me, and hand-printed in Italy. I typically work with albums with a full page real photographic prints, but I can do everything from an old school [...]
Do I get digital copies of everything you shoot?
Yes. Do you really want to have to track down a studio, or photographer each time you want a new 8×10? No you don’t. As part of every package I include full copies of every image I [...]
Do I get to see proofs?
The simple answer is, no, I do not do proofs. Proofs were generally a quick and low quality print to help couples pick out what they wanted printed, or in an album and typically thrown away. Now [...]
Big Studios Part 4: “You should use a photographer who only shoots weddings. They will know the right positions and lighting techniques.”
Besides the fact that I meet with couples at least once before their wedding to go over a time line and ceremony layout, a good photographer knows how to adjust for lighting and position. [...]
Big Studios Part 2: “What happens if the independent photographer is hit by a bus on the way to the church?”
While this question isn’t word for word, it’s from an FAQ of a big studio’s website. Every bride fears the “Rainy Day” scenario. You know the story, it will rain, [...]
Big Studios Part 1: “I talked to a large photography studio that does weddings and they warned me against using an independent photographer.”
Big studios are playing up their assets to cover up their short fallings. They can often use over a dozen different photographers throughout the course of the year. Most of their photographers [...]
Do you have an assistant if I want a second photographer?
Nothing but professionals here. I do not employ assistants, interns, or any other kind of helpers when it comes to creating photos & videos at a wedding. I hire a seasoned second photographer [...]
Why are you less expensive than other photographers & studios?
The answer is kind of simple, I don’t just photograph weddings. I’m busy year round doing commercial photography & photojournalism and not just working during peak wedding season. [...]