Question 1

What is your shooting style?

Accepted Answer

I love being both interactive and discrete throughout the wedding day. There will be parts of the wedding day when I will need to be in control in order to accomplish everything that needs to be done in order to keep everyone on schedule. There will also be moments when you shouldn’t even know that I’m there. (The ceremony, during dances and toasts, etc.) I teach my couples how to pose and interact during their engagement session so they are naturals on the wedding day and don’t need quite as much instruction from me!

Question 2

Do you prefer posed shots or candid moments? How much directions do you give? Do you shoot weddings in digital, film format, or both?

Accepted Answer

My photography style is a blend of natural candid moments and lightly guided portraits. Especially when it comes to bride and groom portraits, most of the time, I guide couples with simple prompts and activities, then allow moments to unfold naturally. This approach helps you feel relax and effortless in front of the camera, resulting in genuine emotions and natural interactions that truly tell the story of your wedding day.

Question 3

How many images can I expect?

Accepted Answer

I average 75-100 final images per hour that we’re actively shooting throughout the day. This estimate is normally on the lower side since I tend to be over-shooters. I believe in freely sharing my work because that is what we would want if we were in your shoes!

Question 4

Do you touch up all the images in our image download?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I personally edit every image I deliver, and each photograph is thoughtfully post-produced using my signature editing style. My approach is natural and timeless—I focus on preserving true-to-life colors, genuine skin tones, and the authentic feel of your day. I do not apply facial retouching or heavy Photoshop manipulation. Instead, my post-production process includes black-and-white conversions, lens corrections, exposure balancing, cropping and angle adjustments, temperature and tint adjustments, and tonal refinement to ensure every image looks its best.

Question 5

Who is my lead photographer and second photographer?

Accepted Answer

Christine will be your lead Photographer. For the second shooter, I will hired an experienced second photographer for your wedding, which we photographers always found on the second shooters groups.

Question 6

Do I need a second shooter? How long do your second stay until?

Accepted Answer

The answer depends on several factors — the size of your wedding, whether your schedule is tight or overlapping, if you're getting ready at multiple locations, and how important it is to you to have multiple angles captured. Click Here to read more about it. And, the second photographer will typically be present for the same duration as the main photographer, covering the entire booked photography coverage time. This means if the main photographer is booked for 8 hours, the second shooter will also be there for 8 hours.

Question 7

Do I need to order my prints or albums through you?

Accepted Answer

My online galleries are integrated with professional print labs in the USA, allowing you to conveniently order high-quality prints directly from your gallery. If you prefer, you are also welcome to download your images and print them anywhere you choose. You may design and print your album on your own, or I’m happy to create a custom album design for you. Your online gallery can also be shared with family and friends so they can view the images and order prints. For security and privacy, downloading is restricted unless you choose to grant them permission. This ensures your images remain protected while still being easy to share.

Question 8

Do you have back up equipment?

Accepted Answer

I always come prepared with backup equipment. On every wedding day, I shoot with two camera bodies paired with different lenses, so I’m always covered if one needs to be swapped out. I also keep an additional backup camera and extra gear in my suitcase and car to ensure there is never an interruption in coverage.

Question 9

What’s your plan if you get sick or have an emergency?

Accepted Answer

While this has never happened to me, I do have a backup plan in place for peace of mind. I have a trusted network of experienced local photographers I can call on for coverage. Additionally, my husband, Leif, is capable of stepping in if needed.

Question 10

Do you back up our images? How can we ensure that our images won’t be lost?

Accepted Answer

We have never lost an image from a wedding thanks to our careful, multi-layered backup workflow. During each event, we photograph using dual memory cards, creating an instant in-camera backup of every image. After the wedding, the primary and backup cards are stored separately to protect against loss or damage. The images are then backed up to online gallery and a local server, and an additional copy is saved to an off-site hard drive. At every stage prior to final delivery, your photos exist in at least two separate locations, ensuring they are always protected.

Question 11

What’s it like working with you on the wedding day?

Accepted Answer

On your wedding day, my approach is calm, organized, and supportive. I typically arrive early to greet you both and get a feel for the day before I begin photographing details and getting-ready moments, based on your wedding schedule. After booking the wedding with me, I create a photography timeline that aligns with your overall wedding-day timeline, so you’ll know exactly what moments and details I’ll be capturing and when. This helps the day flow smoothly and keeps everything relaxed and stress-free. I also ask for a family photo list in advance to ensure no important groupings are missed.

Question 12

I have downtime between events on my wedding day. Will I be charged for that downtime?

Accepted Answer

For a variety of reasons, we do charge for the time in between events. While it may appear to be “downtime,” we’re actively working throughout the day—backing up images, traveling to the next location, setting up at a second venue, capturing venue details, and adjusting the schedule to make up for any unexpected delays. In many cases, we also use this time to create additional portraits, whether that’s stepping away with you and your partner for relaxed couple photos or capturing more family portraits, ensuring nothing important is missed.

Question 13

What happens if we go over the contracted amount of time?

Accepted Answer

We understand that wedding days don’t always run exactly as planned. We never pack up early, and we don’t simply leave the moment your contracted time ends. Near the end of your coverage, we’ll check in with you to see if you’d like us to stay longer. If you choose to extend coverage, additional time will be billed at the rate outlined in your contract, rounded to the nearest 30-minute increment.

Question 14

How do you manage your time on the wedding day?

Accepted Answer

That’s exactly why I create a Wedding Photography Timeline for every couple. The timeline helps the day run smoothly while ensuring all essential moments and details are captured. I also communicate closely with your wedding coordinator and DJ before and throughout the day to stay aligned on timing and transitions. On the wedding day, I keep the timeline easily accessible on my phone and also bring a printed copy, so I always know what’s coming next. This allows me to work efficiently, adapt seamlessly if the schedule shifts, and make sure nothing important is missed—while keeping the experience effortless and enjoyable for you.

Question 15

When will we get our photos (sneak peeks and full gallery)?

Accepted Answer

love sharing sneak peeks as quickly as possible—often overnight after your wedding. If I have another event or wedding the following day, sneak peeks will still be delivered within 48 hours. Your full wedding gallery will be delivered within 4–6 weeks, depending on the time of year and the busy season. Every image is carefully selected and fully edited to ensure the final gallery reflects the quality and care your wedding day deserves.

Question 16

Do we get full printing rights and the digital files?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you will receive full printing rights along with all high-resolution digital files from your wedding. Your images will be delivered through a private online gallery that is easy to use and share. The gallery is integrated with a professional printing lab, making it simple to order high-quality prints and products directly, while still giving you the freedom to print your photos anywhere you choose.

Question 17

When can we expect to see our photos from our engagement session?

Accepted Answer

Post-production for engagement sessions is typically completed within 2–6 weeks after the session date, depending on the busyness of the season.

Question 18

When should we do our engagement session?

Accepted Answer

We encourage you to schedule your engagement session as early as possible. We recommend completing it at least 10–12 weeks before your wedding date to allow sufficient time for post-production and the completion of any product orders.

Question 19

Can we schedule our engagement session for the weekend?

Accepted Answer

For a 1.5-hour engagement session with two outfits, I typically deliver 130–180 carefully edited images. Please note that this number may increase or decrease depending on the flow of the session, outfit change time, and the variety of moments, locations, or activities being photographed.

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