Dear Bride and Groom,
We put together a list of questions and answers for your ease of use when choosing your wedding photographer. Take a moment read all the important questions that should be asked before making your decision and read what we have to offer you.
Is wedding photography a full time profession or a side job?
We are a full time, full service photography business now for over a decade. We shoot weddings, families, seniors, and commercial.
How long have you been involved in photography?
Over 25 years.
We also teach wedding Photography at the annual Wedding and Portrait Photographers International trade show. See all our awards on our website.
Do you have a studio, or do you do this out of your living room?
We have a 600 sq ft. studio with a full dressing room, waiting room, and meeting room; along with beautiful landscaped areas for photography outside as well.
Do you sincerely love shooting weddings, or do you do it just to help pay the studio bills???
Yes, we do sincerely love it, it is our favorite thing to do. We love working with our wedding couples and helping to make their Wedding Day the best it can be!
Approx. how much time do you spend for one wedding couple?
We average between 30 to 45 hours total. Meetings, shooting, image editing, posting, designing unique albums for each couple - it all takes time if you care about doing right.
When shooting, do you help make sure that the entire day goes as planned or do you just shoot what goes on without knowing our wedding day's plans?
Yes, we cover anything and everything we can to ensure the perfect day for our bride and groom! Our services include a detailed final meeting so we know how your whole day unfolds and what family formals you want taken. Our day of the wedding Coordination is a great 'value added' part of our service...saving you $ for other wedding expenses.
Do you have good back up equipment in case of a failure? Back up camera body, lenses, flash, memory cards, batteries?
We always have enough back ups for all equipment so nothing interrupts your Big Day. We shoot with the best state of the art cameras and equipment to ensure beautiful quallity images.
Are you and your business fully insured?
Yes, we are fully insured with The Hartford.
Do you correct the photos that go on my CD? Are they sized so I can use them for anything I want - are they properly cropped?
All Photos are taken thru Photoshop and fully edited and sized for your use - we want our photos to look good no matter where you go.
Do you post them online so all my family can see and order them?
Yes, we use one of the most popular and user friendly sites so you and your family can enjoy them all over again and they can purchases online in the comfort of their home.
Do you shoot alone, Have a second professional shooting or just bring an assistant?
We are a married couple, so you always get two seasoned professional wedding photographers. This way you get a true dual perspective with nothing ever missed. Plus, you get the woman and man's perspectives, too! This is another 'value added' feature we offer all Wedding couples. Twice the experience with no added cost to you!
How do you handle outside shots compared to inside shots?
Our past training with film from over two decades of shooting has taught us much of what we need to know for all situations. We make the proper adjustments quickly, so we always get the shot.
How long will it take to see my photos? More than two weeks?
Generally 2 weeks, but up to 3 weeks maximum during the busiest wedding times. When that is the case, we will let you know.
Do you have a shot list you go by?
We provide a detailed shot list and timeline to get you started upon signing with us. Then, we schedule a final meeting with you 30 days before your wedding to get everything in place on paper - then, we bring it with us to make sure the day goes perfect.
Do you have at least 10 referrals I can call?
Yes, please ask us for referrals. With over 400 weddings and over 400 happy wedding clients and families we want you to talk to our previous clients.
But the most important question for you to answer yourself is- How important is the photography of my Wedding day?
Remember, Your Wedding Photos will be the only thing left besides the dress and your gifts.
We wanted to share all of this with you because we have heard so many people say that their photographer didn't do what they wanted or expected, and some never get any photos at all. This is sad, but true. It has become a real problem for wedding couples across the country.
Low cost part time shooters who don't or can't follow thru are very abundant, and are not around very long. It takes a special kind of person to love shooting weddings and to do a very good job at it. Remember the old saying holds true in this case- 'You get what you pay for.'
Phoenix Photography can take care of your every need, and then some. Trust in true professionals like Phoenix Photography and you will be happy with your entire day and the great photo images you will have for a lifetime to follow.
We would love to talk to you about your special wedding
-Lisa and John
