Frequently Asked Questions

What is your photographic style?
My photographic style is a mixture of candid (photojournalistic) and traditional (posed) images. This gives you emotional memories of the event as it unfolds as well as images of you and your loved ones looking your best.

Do you allow unlimited reproduction of wedding images?
YES . My philosophy regarding copyright and intellectual property is that your wedding is one of the most intimate events in YOUR life and therefore YOU should have the freedom to reproduce these images WITHOUT restrictions. I give you all high resolution digital files on CD allowing you to make unlimited reproductions for private use.

What kind of equipment do you use?
I use the Canon digital camera system for its dependability and features and have a complete assortment of lenses, from wide angle to telephoto, which enables me to capture the event from a wide set of perspectives. I also carry off-camera flash, umbrellas, diffusers, reflectors and light stands that give me the flexibility to work in all environments and lighting conditions.

Do you have backup equipment?
Yes, I carry complete backup equipment on every photographic assignment, from camera and lenses to flash and tripod.

How do I know if my monitor is set too light or too dark for viewing your images online?
Optimally, the brightness and contrast on your monitor should be set so that you can distinguish between all squares in the graphic below, especially being able to discern a difference between squares A, B, C and X, Y, Z.

Will you take the pictures yourself or will you hand the job off to an assistant?
I personally will take all your wedding images.

Why does your portfolio show multiple pictures of the same event?
Many photographers post only the best shots of every wedding they do. Hopefully they get more than one great shot per wedding, but who knows?! With my portfolio, I try to show an overview of the way the event unfolded, which also gives you a pretty good idea of my photographic style.

Are there any other "hidden" fees besides what you post on your rate sheet?
No. My philosophy of giving you the high resolution digital images allows me to concentrate on being a photographer, which translates into great savings for you by allowing you to choose how and where to get your reproductions.

Can I see the contract before I sign it?
Absolutely. Please see the Agreement Form.

How long will it take to get our pictures back?
If you choose the standard package (high resolution digital images on CD), you should receive your images within a week. If you choose to have me print the 4x6 proofs, please allow 2 weeks to receive your images and proofs in the mail.

Is there anything we should do to look our best?
Many folks come to Miami for the tropical climate but are unaware of the strength of our sun and try to get a "tropical tan" the day before their wedding...needless to say they get a "boiled lobster" tan instead. Avoid the sun before your wedding! You have the rest of your honeymoon to work on your tan. On the other hand, if you already have a tan but decide to go strapless or watchless, remember those tan lines...a little makeup will help cover any lines up. The camera is unforgiving in recording even the smallest detail, so try to conceal any cuts, bruises, blemishes, etc.

.Black & White or color, I can't decide. Do you have any tips?
Not to worry, because nowdays you can get black & white images from color shots, and most mini-labs can do this upon request. Basically what they do is simply print the digital file without any color. The nice thing of going this route is that you can have the image both ways, color AND black & white. Most of these labs can also print your images in the "antique" look, or cepia tone.

Please visit the Contact Form to contact me regarding your wedding or event.
The form is a very quick and concise way of getting all your critical event information to me, as well as answering any specific questions not covered here.