F.A.Q. ANSWER TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I have gather the question that comes the most often bellow. Some require short answers, some long answers.
When do you start taking pictures?
I usually begin when the bride starts her preparation.
During the first part of the getting ready (hair, makeup, etc.) I shoot details, and then I capture you and the bridal party.
That could be very intense memories if you are surrounded by your closest fiends.
Will we have you for all day?
Yes, I consider wedding photography as an art of telling a story.
It begins with the getting ready and finishing at the end of the day.
That’s why my smaller package starts with a 10 hour of coverage.
Is there any travel subsistence?
Despite I am based in Rochester, MN, I have no objection to travel. Thus, I include travel fees within 60-mile radius of the Twins Cities and Rochester, MN.
Beyond that, I charge $0.50 per miles.
For instance, St. Cloud is located at 65 miles from Minneapolis. So for covering a wedding in St. Cloud, I would charge the 5 miles left.
For a long distance, please ask for a specific quote.
Is there any travel subsistence?
Despite I am based in Rochester, MN, I have no objection to travel. Thus, I include travel fees within 60-mile radius of the Twins Cities and Rochester, MN.
Beyond that, I charge $0.50 per miles.
For instance, St. Cloud is located at 65 miles from Minneapolis. So for covering a wedding in St. Cloud, I would charge the 5 miles left.
For a long distance, please ask for a specific quote.
How Many Pictures Do You Usually Deliver?
The number of pictures varies depending on the number of hours covered, the number of guests, and, of course, what happened.
For a 10-hour coverage, I can provide 800 to 1200 pictures. For a more complete answer, check the dedicated page on FAQ.
Do you retouch all pictures?
I retouch, by myself, each picture one by one to render the best quality to your image.
Check the retouch page for more information.
Can we have access to the RAW files?
I usually don’t give Raw files, but I can make exception if it’s important for you.
I first correct them, then export them in. TIFF for local adjustment.
Finally, I export all pictures in High Definition JPG.
That’s the final files you will receive.
Are pictures copyright and watermark free?
You have a personal use release on your pictures.
You will receive all your image through a web gallery, without watermark in the best quality (HD).
Do you work with good quality equipment?
I work with the best professional camera equipment on the market.
I use multiple camera bodies (so back-up equipment), high-quality lenses with a large opening, off camera flash and more.
If you are interesting check a list of my gear page (from the FAQ).
When can we have the pictures?
I post the first 10 pictures one week after the marriage.
I upload the remaining images a few weeks later—depending on the total quantity of work—with a contractual maximum of nine weeks after the ceremony.
That said, I usually deliver the pictures 3 weeks after the event.
Do you do only wedding?
I am specialized in Wedding photography, but I cover all kinds of photography: portrait, family, products, architecture, interior and corporate photography too.
Besides, I have a personal artistic activity.
Can you also do some videos?
Making film and capturing pictures are two completely different jobs. That’s why, in order to ensure a high-quality service, I do only one thing, and I (try to) do it well.
I would be happy to recommend you some videographer.
Are you insured?
Of course, I don’t want to be in any trouble for any reason. What’s more, most of the high standard venue requires an insurance certification.
What happens if you have an accident (before the event)?
Contract guarantees you to have a photographer covering your wedding in any situation.
I work in partnership with some of the best wedding photographers, so if I’m not able to testify on your special day, one of those will.
Would you travel for destination weddings?
Yes, with great pleasure! I love discovering fresh places, new landscapes. All that is very challenging and exciting.
Should we prepare meals for you?
Yes. I will need energy! I don’t ask for gastronomy meal, a burger or simple sandwich will be good! I eat everything, have no allergy and no religion restriction.
Can you reproduce another style?
If there is one or two iconic pictures you hope to replicate, and it’s technically possible, then I am open to find original sources of inspiration.
But if you want me to change my styling to match someone else, then I may not be a good fit for you.
Can You Make A Projection Of The Images?
When I work alone, I don’t offer this option.
If you book me with a 2nd shooter, one of us will be in charge to realize a slide show while the other will keep covering the evening.
Do you offer photo-booth option?
Yes. I offer a photo-booth. Check at our page!
Do you work with natural light or flash?
When I first started photography, I was shooting a lot with flashes to be sure to have a clean light. Now, some years later, with experience and better equipment, I love working with natural light
We don’t like to pose…is that a problem?
That’s great because I don’t like weird posed and cheesy pictures. I know how some people can feel awkward face to the camera lens and finally get a frozen smile (I personally have this problem). We will work on that during the engagement session.
We want to hire you, what’s next?
First, send me a message or call me, we will set up a rendezvous. I drive to Minneapolis and St Paul with pleasure. Then you will have a deposit to pay and a contract to sign in order to secure your date.
COMMONS QUESTION MAGAZINE SUGGESTED YOU ASK YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER
- How much cost your service?
- What is the Web Gallery, how does it work?
- Question to ask before hiring a photographer
RELATED TO THE D-DAY
- How much time do we need? Timeline.
- What happens if it is a rainy or snowy day?
- Our wedding venue is very dark, is it a problem?
- All you need to know about our photobooth
- The last tips before the wedding day!
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR PHOTO SESSION
- All about engagement session
- Can we plan our photo session another Day?
- How long is a photo session?
- Where should we go for our photo session in the Twin Cities?
- What about a rooftop session in The Twin Cities?
- Where should we go for our session in Rochester?
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW AFTER YOUR SESSION
MY WAY OF WORKING
- Black-and-white or colors?
- Do you work with a assistant or another photographer?
- What is the quality of the prints?
- What is the French way?
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