[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1458097726211{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column width=”2/3″ el_class=”narrow”][vc_toggle title=”I thought I saw one of your photos on someone else’s website is that possible?” el_id=”1458096755207-f12fe4e3-570e”] Well hopefully not… but you may have seen similar photos. Just as I use a second shooter for some of my weddings, I also second shoot for other photographers. Some of them are kind enough to allow me to use the photos I take for my portfolio. I would never pass any of their photos off as my own and I would hope they would do the same for me. So yes, it is possible to see photos of the same wedding on more than one website, but any photos I post anywhere are taken by me. If they are not, I will insert a tag that says so. [/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you have a studio?” el_id=”1458096839833-a14834c8-cd54″]Sort of. I have a home studio off the kitchen of my house and an office space. My studio space is white and bright, perfect for head shots, boudoir, portraits and photographing products. Weddings are done on location. (Obvious right?)[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What types of photography do you do?” el_id=”1458096858939-525813d5-daa4″]I shoot mainly weddings and engagements, and have just released a new branch of my business devoted to personal branding called Star Brand Photography. Occasionally I also do family sessions, portrait, high school seniors, head shots, maternity, and boudoir upon request. I tend to stay away from newborn sessions.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How long does it take us to get our photos after the wedding?” el_id=”1458096902209-a1f27887-b117″]Between 9 and 12 weeks, in the mean-time I will put up a little sneak peek on Facebook and Instagram as well as put together a blog post a couple weeks after your date, so you can see a nice variety of shots from the day.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How many photos will we receive from our wedding day?” el_id=”1458096941326-62e703c2-9d59″] I cannot give you an exact number, but I can safely say between 100 to 700 depending on how many hours we spent together and what package you choose. [/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you use Photoshop?” el_id=”1458096974626-ddc941d2-0966″] Yes I do. I fully edit all your photos before you receive them. Some photos may have more editing than others. For example; the ones you choose to go in your wedding album will be looked over with a fine tooth comb, while photos like the guests seated at their tables will not require things like blemishes and stray hairs removed. All photos will be edited for colour, contrast, white balance etc. I NEVER give anything straight out of the camera. [/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you offer any photo products with your packages or just the cd?” el_id=”1458097022457-cdeec260-6fa3″]
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”There are so many different vendors out there offering wedding services, I don’t know where to start! Are there any that you recommend?” el_id=”1458097078486-f71a3526-698a”]Yes! I have worked or networked with many different vendors. Contact me to discuss your needs and I will recommend the best ones for you![/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How much time do we need for our bride/groom portraits?” el_id=”1458097100070-e7bd5243-2b52″] In a perfect world, I would love at least an hour to spend with the both of you privately, but sometimes the wedding day doesn’t always run on time. To ensure you both have adequate time together for the most relaxed portraits, I always like to suggest doing a first look. It helps get rid of the jitters because you have already seen each other before the ceremony, it’s one less thing to worry about in your schedule, and you can enjoy your entire cocktail hour with your guests! [/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you recommend an engagement shoot? Do we have to do one?” el_id=”1458097126228-074053ec-afc5″]No. You don’t HAVE to do an engagement shoot, but I do recommend them. Why? Because it’s a nice way for the two of you to connect as a couple before the wedding. It provides a much needed little break from all the planning and chaos, like going on a little mini date… just the two of you… um, and me. It will give you a feel for how I shoot and we will get to know each other a little better so you both feel more comfortable with me on the big day![/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Where are you located?” el_id=”1458097179592-6b48f497-0b45″]
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you travel outside the Ottawa area for weddings?” el_id=”1458097158300-8f24d0ed-dd34″] Yes I do. I will go just about anywhere around the world for your wedding. I will just need plenty of notice (if it’s out of the country) and we will have to discuss the details for a custom quote. If it is something a little more local, I charge .50 cents per kilometer outside of a 150 km radius. [/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you shoot with an assistant?” el_id=”1458097196036-88800e60-fb2e”]
Sometimes, depending on what is happening through the course of the day, I may need an extra set of hands. I may also have a second shooter if you choose to have one.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is a deposit required?” el_id=”1458097216478-f62bfb6d-f92d”]Yes, I require a 25% retainer fee with a signed contract to hold your date, without those two things your date is only tentative and not set in stone. The remainder of the service fee can be paid in full anytime between when you booked, up to 2 weeks before your wedding date.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How much does it cost to hire you for a wedding?” el_id=”1458097241945-be799c99-5b79″] I have recently changed from set package pricing to a build your own package pricing structure. I often have people asking if they can add or remove things from the packages, so this makes it easier for you to get exactly what you want. contact me to build your very own customized wedding package! [/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you sell digital images?”]
Yes I do. All wedding and engagement images are delivered via digital gallery or USB or both. However, to preserve your favourite images, I strongly suggest printing one of my gorgeous Canadian made wedding albums. When you book, I’ll bring one along to our in person meeting (or video chat) so you can see how awesome they are!
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How far in advance should I book you for your services?” el_id=”1458097316571-bf1d4700-62f2″] 8-15 months to be on the safe side. The sooner you book, the more guarantee you have on getting your chosen wedding date. [/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What if you are booked on the date we wanted?” el_id=”1458097353556-196cbe62-51db”]Well, there are a couple things you can do. A) bribe me with truck loads of cash and I’ll make the switch B) change your wedding date or C) I will be happy to recommend another awesome photographer I know to see if they can help you out… Uh A) was a joke of course… sort of…[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”If I want you to photograph my wedding, how do I get the ball rolling?” el_id=”1458097377279-86319d6b-a390″] Booking with me couldn’t be easier. If you like you can head on over to this info page which will bring you up to speed and inform you about how to get started. [/vc_toggle][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
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