FAQ’s

• How long have you been in business and what is your specialty?

I have been a professional photographer for over 15 years. In that time I have shot for every major news agency in NYC along with a number of magazines and books. Along with being a working journalist I began a wedding business about 8 years ago and have successfully blended true journalism with the art of formal wedding portraits. I truly love what I do and often tell people I have been lucky enough to feel I have not worked in over 15 years.

• How do you keep some of you packages at such a low price and still have such great quality?

I am able to keep prices low and quality so high because I do all the photography and album design. I also have an in-house lab and am able to produce many of the prints without sending your images to a lab to handle.  I work out of my home, therefore there is NO additional overhead cost of running a commercial studio. Many times clients stop by to proof their albums or go over last minute details.

• Do I get the full “rights” to my images?

Yes, of course. After all its your day and after paying for the photography, there is no reason you should not own your images. All the images I will give you will be FULL RESOLUATION and the DVD will be unlocked so you can make as many copies as you wish. I do however maintain the copyright and may use your images on my site. Take it as a complement, I love great pictures.

• What kind of cameras do you use?

I use all pro Nikon camera and lenses.

• Where are your prints done and albums produced?

I do all of the printing in-house for all prints and canvas mattes. Several of the albums and DVD cases are also printed in- house. This allows me to assure the color is uniform and all your images match. Only 2 albums are bound and printed off site. I use these labs because they offer the best quality, have great products and can reproduce the images I send them with great accuracy. I have tested many labs around the country before choosing them.

• Do you use other photographers/videographers and who will shoot my special day?

I NEVER  outsource my trusted clients to sub-contractors. All the events I book are personally covered by me. Depending on the size of your wedding party and length of day I may bring an assistant with me. While I personally do not shoot video (yet) I work closely with a few chosen videographers. If the issue arises where I am unable to cover an event, I do work closely with another photographer to make sure you get the same great quality. Every option is given to you to make sure you are at ease.

• What is the time frame I will get my images/album back?

Wedding images are back in your hands in only 5-6 weeks. You will receive your DVD/CD package set with all the color corrected and edited images. If you are ordering an album the turnaround time is an additional 6-8 weeks after you make your choice of pictures.

• How many images are in my album/DVD/CD Package?

I ask couples to choose between 100-150 images for their albums. I never charge additional for extra pictures. Normally I will include 80-125 images in the finished album. My goal is to make your album look complete and reflect a memory of your special day. Too many or too little pictures make many albums on the market look incomplete or cluttered.

• Do you require a deposit and what is the payment schedule?

Yes. A $100 deposit is due on the day you sign the contract. This is to lock in your date. 50% of the remaining total is due with in 25 days.  The remainder is not due till AFTER you receive your DVD Set. I know how expensive a wedding can be and many vendors require the FULL payment a month before your wedding date.

• Are you insured?

Yes. I am fully insured to work in every hall/boat and anything else you can think of. I will contact your hall and fax them over my insurance about 2 month prior to your wedding. I also bring a copy with me on the day of.

• Do you back up my images?

All my images are backed up the night of your wedding. I always remind clients to make a several backup’s after I deliver the DVD Set, even keep a copy at a friend’s house. While I do maintain everyone’s files there is a $100 service fee to recreate your DVD package set should you loose it or damage the DVD. This only covers the DVD’s and no art work. Sorry, there is an additional fee to remake your original package.

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