Frequently Asked Questions
Getting your Photos
How long does it take to get pictures back?
It generally takes 2-3 weeks for me to edit your photos and have them back to you. This is becasue I work a full time job and editing takes place after work. Weddings and events can take a bit longer due to the volume of photos.
How many photos do I get?
Whatever we shoot in a session that turns out is what you get. I do not make you select a certain number of photos that you pay for individually. Instead, you get it all! I will go through all the pictures and pick the best ones (in focus, eyes open, no photobombs or obstructions) and you will get them all. For events like weddings, I will even break them down into categories, so they are easier to find and sort (ie. ceremony, reception, formals, prep, etc.)
How will I get my photos?
I offer two methods, one is a unique link for you so that you can share photos online and upload them from there. If you would like them on USB I can also provide this.
How do I download my photos without the watermark?
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The link I send you has the watermark on the image previews. However, you can click the download icon to get them at full resolution without the watermark. You can do this with individual photos, or you can click the download icon on the main gallery page and it will save all the pictures on a zip file in your downloads (this is easier to do on a computer). From there, extract the files and you will have everything in one spot, full resolution, no watermark!
If you are experiencing challenges with this process, shoot me a message and I can walk you through it.
How long will my picture link last?
The link will be live for one year. After that, it may become deactivated to free up space for new albums. I suggest saving your pictures as soon as you get them. That being said, I keep backups of all my client photos for 5 years before they are permanently deleted.
Will I receive the RAW files?
No. RAW files are not only incredibly large, but they are also a special format that your computer and phone likely won't recognize. They are essentially data files, not images.
Weddings & Events
Do you bring a second shooter/photographer?
Generally not. It can be very cluttered the more people involved. I have been able to shoot all events I've done on my own. If you have several things going on at once in your itinerary that you want coverage of, a second shooter can be arranged for an additional fee.
Can we give you a list of photos to take?
Absolutely! I encourage this and we will discuss it prior to the event to ensure the most important moments are captured. This is part of the preliminary discussions so that I know if there are special requests like "first look" photos and can plan accordingly.
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Any requests you have I will do my best to accommodate!
Can you photoshop things?
I will edit all photos to make people look their best, but there are some limits. I cannot just photoshop someone into a picture that isn't there, and while I can change backgrounds, I am limited on that. It can be VERY time consuming to photoshop things and no matter how much I try it doesn't always look natural. It's best to be prepared for what you want in the moment.
What Else...?
I am awkward at posing, can you help me?
Absolutely! I will ask if you are ok with me moving you physically into a pose, but I will also give instruction. I like to make sure the pictures don't look too staged and have a casual vibe. If you have stubborn non-smilers I can bring a variety of tools to make people giggle. And if you are bringing pets, let me know so I can come prepared with tools to get their attention too!
Can I get prints made by you?
I do not provide printing services, but you are more than welcome to take the images I provide to any printing service of your choice.
Can I post the photos on social media?
Of course! Please do! I love when clients share the images! However, if you do share them, make sure to give me photo credit and include a link back to my photography page.
Can I edit the pictures or apply filters?
I would ask that you please do not edit them or apply filters as your edits do not properly reflect my style and that is what clients book me for.
Instead, if you would like me to edit them a speciic way, let me know and I will see what I can do for you!
Do you travel?
I certainly do! Depending on the date and availability, I am willing to travel to take photos for any occassion. Send me a message and we can discuss the logistics. For general photoshoots I charge 0.50/km.
