Question 1

How far in advance should we book you for our wedding?

Accepted Answer

Typically, couples book me about 6-18 months out from their wedding date. I encourage you to reach out as soon as you're ready to book, even if you're planning on short notice. I'm happy to accomodate where I can!

Question 2

How long will it take to see our pictures?

Accepted Answer

I deliver a generous preview gallery within 1 week. Your full, finished gallery will be delivered in about 8-10 weeks depending on where we are in the wedding season.

Question 3

What’s your back-up plan if you can’t photograph our wedding as planned?

Accepted Answer

In 11 years of photographing weddings, I’ve never missed a single one. Should something unexpected happen, it is in our contract that I will personally find you a qualified replacement (one of my amazing photographer colleagues) to cover your day of, and I will still edit and retouch your images. If, I cannot find a replacement to photograph in my place, you would receive a full refund.

Question 4

How many pictures will we get?

Accepted Answer

I quote 50-75 images returned per hour of coverage time, but very often I deliver more than that. Weddings see an average return of 400-900 fully edited and retouched images.

Question 5

Do you have insurance?

Accepted Answer

Of course! As a professionally run business I am fully insured. If your venue requires a certificate of liability, I’m more than happy to supply them one.

Question 6

Do you work with assistants or other photographers?

Accepted Answer

As of 2026, all my collections will include an assistant. Who will photograph part time (during the key moments) as well as assist me with lighting, changing out film rolls, etc. I do have the option to add on a fully dedicated second photographer or an additional assistant if we see fit, for the most comprehensive coverage of your day.

Question 7

Do you include retouching?

Accepted Answer

Yes! My collections include editing and retouching, with your best interests in mind. The process I go through while editing your images is one full of creative decisions including composition adjustments, lighting fixes, small object removal, blemish correction, and the cohesive, moody and romantic toning of the images you see in my portfolio.

Question 8

Do you also offer video services?

Accepted Answer

We do! My husband is my videographer and we offer a fully customizable video experience. From artistic films, to highlight reels, and delivery of all RAW video footage.

Question 9

Do you shoot film?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely, film was my first artistic love. I've been working in 35mm and medium format for over 15 years and love to include it on wedding and elopement days. I often shoot a roll in a point and shoot for fun, but clients are welcome to add on a full film experience to their collection as well.

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