What is the very first step?

First, we check the schedule to make sure I have your date available. Assuming all is good, we set up an appointment for you to see the albums I offer and view more of my work. If you would like to book me then we will sign a contract and a retainer is paid to reserve the date.

What’s the second step?

Well, we wait for the wedding day. If you are going to do an engagement or bridal session we can use those things to pass the time. I’m available to answer any questions and accept any materials that you think I should have. About 2-3 weeks before the wedding we will talk again to finalize details and answer any questions that you, or I, may have.

What’s the third step?

I shoot your wedding. Once that is done, I go home and work on your images. The turn around time is usually 3-4 weeks. The pictures will be posted on my website for 2 months. Reprints can be ordered during this time. You will also receive a proof album that is yours to keep. Once the online viewing expires the reprints will be made based on that proof album. Last, any albums that were purchased with your package will begin production 2 months after you receive the proofs. Done!

Can I Buy a DVD?

Absolutely! That information is provided in your package booklet.

What happens the day of the wedding?

1. I sleep in and eat big!!!! I need all the energy I can get to wrangle you and your wedding party.

2. I usually show up 2 to 2 1/2 hours before the ceremony starts to get as many shots as possible. If the couple is going to see each other then I tend to lean towards 2 1/2 hour range.

3. We need to be done with pictures 30-45 minutes before the ceremony. At that time I shoot what’s happening. BTW, it’s one of my favorite parts of the wedding.

4. During the ceremony I do my best to be as quiet and non-intrusive as possible. This is a great time to shoot natural light, meaning I do not use a flash. Everyone is standing still for the one and only time during the day. It’s kinda nice.

5. If we did not finish the pictures before the wedding then we will take 20-30 minutes before the reception. This is probably the toughest time for everyone. You want to go to a party……… and I want you to go to a party. If you do not do all your pictures before the ceremony then go ahead and prepare yourself mentally, the pictures of the two of you together are the most important images of the day.  In those 20-30 minutes I will shoot the bridal party, immediate families, and the portrait of the two of you together. This takes a little time and patience.

6 . We go to a PARTY!!!!!!

7. At the reception I’m near you, but not on you. This is the time that I let go and just shoot.

What do I think about the couple seeing each other before the wedding?

I think you need to do what you want to do. If you always envisioned that moment of walking down the aisle and seeing each other for the first time…….Do It! This happens once.

On the other hand, I notice that the couples who do see each other have a much better day. There is a lot of stress that lingers before the ceremony. To have each others support during this time is priceless. Many couples have a private moment to see each other for the first time. This will allow your groom to tell you how freaking good you look!!!! It also gives us time to get a better portrait of the the two of you together and after the ceremony you can go straight to the reception.

Let me know what you guys want to know!!!