Question 1

We’re not models! Can you help?

Accepted Answer

Yes! I totally got you. During sessions and on wedding days, I am always giving guidance, prompts, and direction. I will start out with easy prompts and work our way up to harder poses. Taking photos can feel silly or awkward sometimes, but I will make it fun and painless. None of my clients are models!

Question 2

Do we need an engagement session?

Accepted Answer

I highly recommend them! This is your opportunity to get comfortable in front of the camera prior to your wedding day so you feel confident for the real deal. It's also our chance to get to know each other and build trust. It's a bonus that you get tons of cute photos that you can use for things like stationary, your wedding website, and decor. Plus, your engagement is a short but special season of your life, so I think you should capture it!

Question 3

Do we need one or two photographers?

Accepted Answer

In general, I would recommend two photographers, but it's not a given and depends on a lot of things. If getting ready locations vary, it's easier to have two. One photographer can be with each group getting ready, and one can focus on details. If you don't plan on seeing each other ahead of the ceremony, then I highly recommend two photographers so we can get as much done as possible during cocktail hour: family photos, couple photos, the full wedding party, cocktail hour coverage, and reception details. If you have 150+ guests invited, I recommend two photographers to ensure more coverage of all guests during the ceremony and reception.

Question 4

How far will you travel?

Accepted Answer

With wedding packages, I include up to two hours of travel from my home base: Madison, WI. With hourly weddings or sessions, I include up to one hour of travel from my home base. I will travel as far as you want though!

Question 5

Do you have a back up plan?

Accepted Answer

Of course! I always have at least two cameras on me, that way if anything goes wrong with one, I can still take photos. Each of my cameras have two memory card slots, so there’s a built-in backup copy as I shoot. When I get home, I back up photos to my server that automatically creates another backup off-site of the photos. I have multiples of all my gear! I have never, ever missed a wedding, but I've worked with a lot of photographers in the area (and editors), so if something were to happen to me, I would find you a replacement (with your approval) that I trust, either for just the day-of, or both day-of and editing if needed.

Question 6

How long until we get our photos, how many do we get, and how do we download them?

Accepted Answer

I always send a sneak peek within three days of an event. For sessions, you can expect the full gallery in 3-4 weeks. For weddings, you can expect the gallery in 6-10 weeks. For hour long sessions, you can expect 75+ photos. For full day weddings, you can expect somewhere around 700-1000 photos. However, I don't set a limit, and I deliver everything I possibly can! You can download and share photos directly from the online gallery (I use pixieset.com). Images will be full resolution and unwatermarked.

Question 7

Can we order prints or albums?

Accepted Answer

From your online gallery, you have access to professional-grade prints, albums, canvasses, and stationary. Otherwise, feel free to order from wherever you’d like.

Question 8

How do we book you?

Accepted Answer

Send me a message, and let’s make sure I have availability. I am typically booking weddings anywhere from 6 months to 24 months out. I can take them on at a shorter notice sometimes too, so just ask. If you would like, we can hop on a phone or video call and go through any questions. After that, to officially book, I need you to sign a contract and send over a retainer (25% of the total package price). Then you’re good to go!

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