Pricing and Planning
• Do you do both weddings and elopements?
Yes. I cover larger, traditional weddings as well as smaller, more intimate elopements. An elopement should have a guest count of no more than 25 individuals.
• What is your pricing?
For details on rates, packages, add-ons and individual options, please reach out and I will link you to my 2019-2020 pricing page. Everything you need to know about pricing is there.
• Are your prices set in stone?
For the most part, yes, however, I do offer reduced rates if your wedding or elopement is scheduled on a weekday (Monday - Thursday) or between the months of November and February. I also offer a special discount for all current and former members of the military (thank you for your service) as well as fellow alumni of USC (Fight on!). If you fall within one of these categories, please be sure to let me know. :)
• How do I book?
First, contact me and let me know that you’re interested. I will always respond within 24 hours. If I am available on the requested date, I will send you everything you need to know, including information about pricing and packages. If I am not available and if your event date is not flexible, I will gladly offer you a referral.
The next step is to simply confirm that you would like to book and to specify exactly which services you want. I will then email the contract. Just sign and return, pay the 30% retainer either online or by check and your date is confirmed!
• What payments do you accept?
I accept payments by check, all credit cards or Venmo. Credit card payments are processed using QuickBooks.
• Are you insured? Can you provide a COI for my venue?
Yes and yes.

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Weddings and Elopements
• Who will be shooting my wedding or elopement?
For weddings of all sizes, I will always be your principal photographer. If you require additional coverage, I can bring along an additional photographer who has a similar style and approach for an additional charge.
• If I've booked your for an elopement and it blossoms into a larger wedding, will my rate change?
Yes. If your booked elopement grows into a full on wedding, please let me know as there is a difference in price between the two services. Please do not let me show up to a 75 person wedding expecting a 12 person elopement. It's happened twice and honestly, it's not fair to me or to my other clients who pay full price for their wedding coverage. Plans change. It's all good! Just let me know if they do and we can definitely work something out.
• How many images can I expect to see?
I never guarantee a minimum. Generally speaking, for weddings and elopements, you can expect to see about 50 - 75 images per hour of coverage.
• When will I see the images?
Depending on the time of year, it will usually take between four and five weeks for me to finish processing, at which point you will receive a link to your password protected gallery. From here, you can view and download all of your content in various resolutions for all purposes. All content is now delivered by PixieSet.
Please note, I do not use CDs, DVDs or any removable media or for any purpose.
• Will you do family posed shots?
Definitely. I am happy to take as many group shots as you'd like, but I always try to get through group shots as quickly and efficiently as possible so that your guests can enjoy themselves.
Family group shots should happen before the ceremony. That way, when the ceremony ends, everyone can enjoy themselves during cocktail hour.
• What kind of equipment do you use?
Currently, I shoot with two Nikon D810s and a range of Nikon prime and zoom lenses. For reception lighting, I will either use Nikon on-camera speedlites or off-camera Profoto strobes (triggered by remote) depending on the conditions. If you're familiar with these two looks, we can talk about what may work better for your event.
For editing, I use the Apple iMac and a MacBook Pro. All images are stored archived both locally and in the cloud on BackBlaze.
For film, I use the Nikon N80.

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Final Questions
• Can I see a sample contract?
Certainly. Shoot me an email and I would be happy to share one with you.
• How far should I book in advance? What are the next steps?
Generally speaking, people usually book about one year in advance, though occasionally I do get some last minute requests. I would encourage you to reach out regardless of how far or close out your date is.
The pre-payment amount is 30%. The remaining 70%, plus the cost of any items added after the initial contract signing, is due one week before the wedding. If you are paying by credit card, payments will be made online via QuickBooks.