How do I book you?
Good news - this is super easy! Go ahead and click the “contact” button at the top of my website. From there, you will be able to enter in your name & a few other pieces of information. Once I receive your inquiry, I will send on over a contract, collect your booking fee, and reserve your date on my calendar!

What forms of payment do you accept?
Cash, check, and credit cards are all acceptable forms of payment.

How does payment work?
For portraits, a 50% deposit is collected at the time of booking. The remaining 50% is due at the time of your session. For weddings, a 50% is collected at the time of booking. The remaining 50% is due 2 weeks before your wedding date.

I am awkward in front of the camera.
Most of my clients have zero experience being in front of the camera. I will guide you along the way!

Where will our session take place?
So many options and the choice is totally yours. If you like the hustle and bustle of a small town, then tiny little historic towns work great. If you were a mermaid in a past life, the beach is perfect for you. Another fun and unique option is for me to follow you around and document a fun outing! A coffee shop date, a trip to the pumpkin patch in the fall, a picnic in the park in the spring, snow cone date in the summer - the list goes on and on.

Can I have the RAW files?
I do not release RAW files under any circumstances. Sorry!

I have a Pinterest board of my ideas. Can I send you them?
While Pinterest does offer some great inspiration, it does not offer a direct representation of my work. When clients hire me, they hire me because they like my style, editing, and trust in me to capture their story using my own personal and artistic ways. If my focus was based on re-creating, there wouldn’t be much opportunity for me to truly create.

Do you offer a second shooter?
I have worked with second shooters for a few years before learning that I create some of my best work when I am working solo!

What time of day works best for photos?
All photographers have their preference, but many will tell you that sunset is the optimal time for taking photos. I personally like to schedule my sessions about 60-90 minutes before sunset. This is sure to provide us with the prettiest light of the day - free from harsh, bright, light and squinty eyes.

What is the best time of day for a wedding ceremony?
Much like any other type of portrait session, I love having the ability to photograph bride and groom formal portraits around sunset. Therefore, it is typically best to schedule your ceremony later in the afternoon. In the late spring/summer/early fall, sun tends to set around 7-8PM. Having a 5PM ceremony start time would allow a great opportunity for sunset photos for the bride and groom.

Can I substitute my engagement session for something else?
No and here is why. During the time spent together for your engagement session, we get to know each other, laugh, and share stories. You two will become comfortable with me and being in front of my camera. By your wedding day, we won't be strangers and you two will be totally ok with me taking pictures of you. I also get to see how you two interact and the best ways to photograph you, ultimately giving you even better pictures on your big day! Moreover, since this is a complimentary session, it holds no value and therefore cannot be substituted for an additional session.

What do I wear for my session?
You should most definitely wear something that you are comfortable in and something that you can move around easily in. Colors that coordinate rather than match are encouraged. I recommend one formal and one casual outfit. Please try to avoid baseball hats, graphic t-shirts, etc. More information will be provided via email after booking!

When will I get my photos back? How will I get them?
photos are delivered to clients in an online gallery. For portrait sessions, please allow up to 2 weeks before delivery. For weddings, please allow up to 8 weeks. Busy times of the year vary, however. I will be sure to inform you of an estimated time frame!

How many photos will I receive?
From a 1 - 1.5 hour portrait session, you will get about 20-50 carefully edited images. From an 8 hour wedding, you can expect about 500-800 carefully edited images. Every session and wedding is different, so this isn't a guarantee just an average.