Frequently Asked Questions
Do you travel?
Absolutely! Traveling is one of my favorite things in the world. I currently operate out of the greater Salt Lake City area. I have been fortunate enough to travel to Pittsburgh, Minneapolis, Orlando, Reno, and Las Vegas for wedding assignments. I do, however, require airfare, lodging, and usually a rental car. My package rates are the same for destination weddings.
How Do I Secure My Wedding Date?
Your wedding date is officially reserved once the retainer is paid and the contract is signed. Since I work on a first-come, first-served basis, I’m unable to hold dates without these completed steps. To ensure your special day is secured on my calendar, I recommend booking as soon as you’re ready. Let’s make it official!
How Does The Payment Process Work?
To secure your booking, a retainer is required at the time of signing the contract. The remaining balance can be paid at your convenience anytime before the wedding or on the day of the wedding. I accept payments via credit card and PayPal for your convenience. Please note that applicable taxes will be included at the time of booking. Let’s keep the process simple so you can focus on your big day!
What is a first look?
A first look is a beautifully intimate moment where you and your partner see each other for the first time before the ceremony. It’s a chance to pause, connect, and truly soak in the magic of your day—just the two of you.
During this time, we’ll capture stunning, heartfelt photos in a relaxed and private setting. Afterward, you’ll have a moment to unwind, maybe sip some champagne, and step into your epic celebration feeling more connected than ever. It’s a moment I highly recommend, and one you’ll treasure forever.
What's the significance of albums?
I’m a passionate advocate for printing your images—not just in albums, but in the traditional sense as well. There’s something timeless about holding your memories in your hands, flipping through photo albums, or even sifting through a box of old 4×6 prints. These tangible keepsakes preserve stories in a way that digital files on Facebook or Instagram never could.
To ensure your memories are displayed with the utmost quality, I traveled to the WPPI photography trade show in Las Vegas to find the best wedding albums available. These albums are crafted with handpicked Italian-grade leathers and feature lay-flat binding, Fuji Crystal Archive paper, and micro-fold page creases for a seamless look.
You have to see the quality in person to fully appreciate it. However, you can explore examples on the Albums Gallery page and imagine how beautifully your story will be preserved for generations to come.
What is the final delivery?
About 4–6 weeks after your wedding, you’ll receive all of your images via an online proofing gallery for easy viewing and sharing. Around 6–8 weeks, your final package will arrive—a beautifully crafted custom antler or wood thumb drive, presented in a stunning walnut proof box.
I take great care in editing and processing your photos to ensure they are nothing short of exceptional, which is why I give myself this time frame. You can learn more about my wedding packaging over on my blog. Of course, I’ll do my best to get everything to you sooner while maintaining the quality your memories deserve.
Do you have backups?
Absolutely. I take backups very seriously to ensure your memories are always safe. At every wedding, I bring multiple camera bodies, a variety of lenses, and more memory cards than we’ll ever need. I primarily shoot with Canon R5 Mark IIs and also capture moments on 35mm film for an extra layer of timelessness.
As I always say, “If your data doesn’t exist in three places, it doesn’t exist at all!” To prevent data loss, I use RAID 5 on my primary working drive, along with both an offsite and a cloud backup for added security. After three years, your images are archived on drives stored in two separate locations.
While I go above and beyond to protect your files, I strongly recommend backing up your images upon delivery for additional peace of mind. Your memories are priceless, and I treat them with the care they deserve.
How many images will we receive?
While I like to joke that it’s “enough to make your eyes bleed,” you can typically expect between 400 to 700 carefully curated images. Each photo will be delivered in high resolution, perfect for printing, along with a separate folder optimized for easy social media sharing. I aim to provide a comprehensive collection of memories that tell the full story of your day!
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