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 are your rates?
Rates for 2022 are as follows: Elopements begin at $1,600. Weddings begin at $2,500. Associate coverage begins at $1,800. For more detailed information, please go to Details and click on Pricing.
• Are your rates set in stone?
Generally speaking, yes, however, I do offer a reduction if your wedding or elopement is scheduled either on a weekday or anytime between the months of January through March. I also offer a reduction for all current and former members of the military (thank you for your service!) as well as fellow alumni of USC (Fight on!). ✌️
Please note: Discounts cannot be combined and the weekday discount does not apply for national holidays or destination weddings.
• How do I book?
First, contact me and let me know that you’re interested. I will always respond within 24 hours. I will confirm availability and provide a link with information about pricing and packages.
Second, simply confirm that you would like to book and to specify exactly which services you want. I will then email the contract.
Finally, just sign and return the contract, pay the 30% retainer and your date is confirmed!
• What payments do you accept?
I accept payments by all credit cards or Venmo. Credit card payments are processed online 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 you are working with my associate photographer Carsten, he will be the lead shooter.
In all cases, I will be editing and delivering all content to you. I will also be your main point of contact, should you have any questions or concernes.
• 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 25 person elopement. It's happened a couple times and honestly, it's not fair to me or to my other clients who pay full price for wedding coverage. Plans change. It's all good! Please 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 60 - 70 images per hour of coverage.
• When will I see the images?
Depending on the time of year, it will usually take between around four weeks for me to finish processing, at which point you will receive a link to your password protected gallery. From there, you can view and download all of your content in various resolutions for all purposes. All content is delivered by Pixieset and all content is archived both locally and remotely.
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.
Ideally, 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 use either 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?
I would encourage you to reach out regardless of how far or close out your date is. Generally speaking, people usually book about one year in advance, though occasionally I do get some last minute requests.
The pre-payment amount is 30%. The remaining 70%, plus the cost of any additional items added after the initial contract signing, is due one week before the wedding. Payments can be made online by credit card or by Venmo.
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