AUSTIN WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

Questions?

How would you describe your style? 
We are lifestyle photographers, with a style that is candid, warm and romantic. Our photographs are approachable, relaxed and timeless. Artistically we like warm shadows and clean, realistic skin tones. That said, we do occasionally stray into the dramatic. We love to play with smoke and old lenses for their unique qualities, and how can a good Golden Hour photo not be dramatic!

How many images do you provide?
We provide 75-100 images per hour of shooting. It’s important for our clients and us that it’s more about quality and not quantity. The photos are delivered approximately six to eight weeks after your wedding date. We do try to post a few sneak peeks online a few days after the big day. It’s hard not to!

Will all the pictures be edited?
We edit every image, so it has our signature “look.” We will take the time to remove blemishes---non-permanent marks---on your wedding day portrait images. However, we do not over-process the photos until you look plastic. Your skin will still look like, well, your skin and not like a vinyl doll. If there are more extensive adjustments that you would like made, we can make it happen. Additional changes (beyond touch-ups mentioned above) cost $150/hour.

How will we receive our images?
We have an online gallery for our clients. Once we receive the final payment, we send you a link to your gallery. Prints and wall art can be ordered through the gallery. We encourage you to share it with family and friends so they can do the same.

We also include a set of identical images but are smaller, sized perfectly for social media. That makes it much easier for you to share!

How do we book you?
A non-refundable retainer of one third and the signed contract are all that’s needed to hold your date for you. The second payment is due thirty days before your wedding. The final payment is due when your photos are ready. 

We accept all major credit cards.

Multi-day events
Is your wedding a weekend event?  

Let us know what your plans are, and we will work with you to create a custom wedding package.

Do you travel?
We charge only the travel fees and a per diem rate to cover basic needs but no more than that. We do prefer to make the arrangements ourselves if flights are involved.

What kind of equipment do you use?
We use Fujifilm and Canon professional camera bodies as well as modern, professional lenses. Our images professionally edited in Lightroom and Photoshop.

How do you handle formal photos and group shots?
While we do lean heavily in the direction of candids, we also know that formal shots are significant too many of our clients. We recommend that we get at least 30 minutes alone with you two, 10 minutes for the bridesmaids, 10 minutes for the groomsmen, and 5 minutes for each family grouping. 

Usually, we have time left over, which means lots of extra time to be with you two or for you alone to take a breather between events. Couples who book us often schedule their bride and groom portrait time to coincide with that hour/half hour before sunset. We photographers love getting to shoot at golden hour. We are more than happy to help with your schedule.

My uncle/cousin/friend/sibling wants to learn wedding photography. Can they bring their camera and shoot, too? 
We recommend that you ask your guests to refrain from taking photographs during the ceremony. We do not require this, however. We ask that guests leave the formal shots to us. Time is minimal on a wedding day, and we need to make sure everyone’s attention is on our camera. 

We want you to enjoy your guests and want them to be present and focused on celebrating with you. Leaving cameras, phones, etc. at home goes a long way to making sure that happens.

Do you require a break for a meal?
For events that are five hours or longer, we require a break to eat: a vendor meal or a spot in the buffet line. Ideally, we would eat when you eat so that we won’t miss any critical events.