Questions and Answers

a FEW faq’S

When should we think about booking?

Most couples book their wedding photographer anywhere from 6 to 18 months in advance. Summer months and popular dates fill up fast, so getting started early is always a good plan. Venues can book up even earlier, so I recommend booking your venue before anything else! Booking early also allows you to take advantage of any payment plans your other vendors might offer, taking a little of the financial stress out of planning your wedding day.

How many images will be in my gallery?

The total number of images I’ll deliver depends on the flow of the day and the events that unfold. That being said, I guarantee a minimum of 60 images per hour of coverage. When there’s more, I most definitely include them! Every wedding is different though, so there’s no one-size-fits-all number for me to give you.

Do you travel for weddings?

Yes! I grew up all over the west coast and love the buzz and bustle of the big cities. If your wedding is in Portland, Seattle, or southern California, don’t be shy! Get in touch with me via the contact form and I will hook you up with information about pricing for travel.

Do we need a Second Shooter?

Having a second professional photographer on your wedding day can be a huge help but is not always necessary. I recommend having one for weddings needing eight or more hours of coverage, or weddings that have an especially large guest count. Second shooters capture lots of additional angles and candid photos, and they bring their own unique vision to the party.

My venue is super dark. How do you handle low light?

I shoot with professional Canon camera bodies and lenses that perform well in low light, and when that’s not enough I come prepared with multiple light sources of my own, so if the lighting is terrible, I can create better light. I’ve got this!

Have you shot at my venue before? Is it important that you have?

I might have—but no, that’s not really important. In fact, shooting at someplace new with fresh eyes really stokes my creative fires. I love being in new places and finding ways to bring out the beauty in my surroundings. Just about all of the images on this site were taken in places I’d never been to before.

How long until we see our photos?

I will usually post a few sneak peek images to social media within 48 hours of your wedding, and I’ll send you a highlight gallery about 2 weeks after. The full gallery of images will be delivered to you within 8 to 12 weeks after your wedding day.

How do we book our wedding?

Get in touch with me via the contact form and we’ll set a date and time to meet up in person or over a video call to discuss your needs and to make sure we’re a good fit. Once we decide to move forward with booking and you choose your coverage, a signed contract and 25% retainer wil lock in your date. I offer payment plans for the remaining balance if that’s something you’d like to take advantage of (most of my couples do). I accept cash, credit, debit, Venmo, or check, and the booking process can be taken care of online for the sake of convenience if you prefer. My books are open for 2024!