For the modern and the classic
how i work & the process
First and foremost, I always like to emphasize that while my working background influences the images I take, the perspective in which I shoot is largely unobtrusive and documentary-style. I work closely with my clients and act as a consult in the planning stages for lighting through out the entire day. Everything from the time of year, where you choose to get ready, to your venue type, will have an impact on your images. Aside from our signature toning, I do not over process my work. So your images will look how your day did.
The process
Inquire & Meeting
Review our pricing guide to make sure your vision and our services align. Send us a message through our contact form with your event date and location. Once availability is confirmed, a video chat (or in-person meeting if possible) will be scheduled and we can go over the details and answer any questions. From this point we will schedule a series of meetings through out the duration of your planning process, and be available to you always.
Planning
The planning process is one of our favorite parts as it allows us to really get to know you while building out a comprehensive and custom plan to make your day seamless and stress free. Planning includes lighting and timeline consultations, as well as styling consultations should you need it. We emphasize that your images will look how your day did, this is why we are hands on during planning- so we can focus solely on capturing your memories the day of.
Post wedding
After your wedding, we will get to work on your images. We take great care in post-processing and approach it the same way we do our editorial work, image by image. Depending on the length of your coverage, galleries are delivered between 4-5 weeks. After your gallery is delivered, we offer product consultations where you can go through all of the finishing options for your albums and / or prints. Our lab produces bespoke fine art pieces that can be handed down for generations.
FAQ
How far in advance should I book?
The rule of thumb is you should book at least a year out. Sometimes circumstances don’t allow that, it happens. Regardless, don’t hesitate to inquire.
Can you help with planning?
While there are elements that a photographer will have influence over, such as timeline and lighting. We require event coordinators for every wedding we take on. We have a comprehensive list of wedding professionals, including coordinators, who are the best at what they do should you need recommendations.
When will I receive my gallery?
Your gallery will be delivered to you in 4-5 weeks after your wedding date. Your images are delivered in a shareable online gallery where you and your family / friends can download your images. Albums, prints, and any add-on sessions have their own delivery timelines.
Can I have all of my unedited & raw images? Can I alter them?
Your final gallery is curated to tell your story in detail. A lot of care goes into this process and due to this we do not offer unedited or raw images. Further, no editing or filters are allowed on your images.
How do I book you?
First step is reviewing our pricing guide and then inquiring with your date and location. The second step is scheduling a meeting to go over details and if necessary customize your wedding package. From this point all applicable paper work and an invoice will be sent over in your private online client portal, 33% - 50% of your total will be due to secure your date.
Is my deposit refundable or transferable if I need to cancel or move my date?
Due to our investments in your planning process, any applicable pre-shoots, and the blocking off of your date, deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.
How are payments structured?
Your first payment will be due upon reservation, and the final payment is due 30 days before your wedding date.
Can you retouch my skin and body?
Our editing process is meticulous and we work through every single image. We do standard clean up- removing minor blemishes or distracting elements in backgrounds etc. at our discretion. If you are interested in high end retouching we have this service available at an a la carte rate. That being said, we do not alter bodies and we do not do “one-click smoothers” that make your skin look like plastic.
Can I book you for boudoir or portrait session?
Yes, we love these sessions. Boudoir sessions are commonly booked prior to weddings and often gifted to the partner. These sessions should be booked at least 12 weeks before your wedding date to allow for post processing and development / delivery of your album. Bridal portrait sessions can be done prior to or after your wedding. These sessions act as a contrast to your day-of portraits as they are done in-studio and are fashion oriented, they also allow you to get more use out of your outfits! These sessions are edited and delivered separately from your wedding gallery.
Do you provide videography services?
We do not offer videography services in house. However, we have a list of amazing videographers that we highly recommend. Should you opt for a videographer outside of our recommendations, we require a meeting with them to get organized as this ensures seamless documentation of your day.