What To Expect on an Unscripted Wedding Day
Open communication and support.
I typically respond to initial inquiries within 24-48 hours via email. From there, we can hop on a quick call or even meet up for coffee to hash out all of the details. Between then and your wedding day, I’m available to talk if you have questions or need any advice! Then we’ll meet up again closer to your date to finalize everything and make sure we’re all on the same page.
The gift of presence on your wedding day
Large or small, your wedding is undoubtedly one of the most important events of your lifetime. I want you to feel secure in the knowledge that every last detail will be preserved while you and your partner feel present for every moment. An unscripted wedding encourages a departure from traditional wedding photography and allows you to prioritize what’s truly important to you. So, basically, I’m there to document your wedding day as it happens, in a way that’s authentic and honest with a healthy sprinkling of creativity throughout.
Posed portraits are optional!
Yes, you read that right - Optional! Of course, you can choose to go full documentary and opt for no portraits and no staging at all. But let’s be real: sometimes your loved ones might not let you get away with it … and that’s okay! After all, how often do you have all of your friends and family together in one place? So, unless you have a special request, time is typically set aside after the ceremony for any family or group portraits you may want and then we’ll steal away for a few private portraits of just you and your partner. That’s it! At the end of the day, I want you to walk away feeling like you had a great time with your family and friends… and not like you slogged through an 8-hour portrait session!
A Second Photographer
Remember, it’s a big day for both of you and I want to be sure that equal attention is paid to each partner from beginning to end. This way, no moment or detail is missed!
Quick turnaround time and a beautiful online gallery
Turnaround time is typically 3 to 4 weeks. Every image is lovingly edited by yours truly and your final product will be a beautiful, high resolution online gallery where you are able to download, share and print at your leisure.
A Documentary-Style Engagement Session
Every wedding package comes with a complimentary engagement session. These are great for breaking the ice before your wedding day, and it’s always nice to have some timeless portraits of the two of you together!
What does a documentary-style engagement session look like?
So many things! It can be an intimate in-home session, highlighting what your life looks like before marriage. We could recreate your first date or how you met. We could go on an outing to a place that holds meaning in your relationship. It could even be coverage of an engagement party with your family and friends! It really depends on your personality and what would be unique to you and your partner. We’ll be sure to plan this out during our initial meeting together!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! Currently I will only travel within the United States and fees are calculated on a case by case basis, depending on distance and what is required to make it happen. Within the state of Virginia, 80 miles round trip is included with every wedding. If additional travel is required, we’ll discuss the particulars during our initial meeting and a custom quote will be provided to you prior to signing your contract.
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Yes! Typically, I offer either a 3 or 6 month payment plan with a signed contract and at least a 30% down payment to secure your date. Though plans can be made flexible depending on timing and budget.
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No problem! I understand this can be a lot to think about. If you’re unsure about booking at first, I will put a soft hold on your date for one week. After that, I’ll reach back out and see if we’re good to go.
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Okay, so data loss is a HUGE source of anxiety for me. So, believe me when I say I take every step imaginable to prevent it from happening: First, I have two cameras going at once for the majority of the day, both of which write to two cards - so, there’s automatically a back-up of your images right off the bat. Once I return from your wedding, your images are immediately loaded up onto my computer and memory cards are not cleared until your finished album is delivered. Plus, having a second photographer at your wedding is another huge bonus for back up during all of the most important moments!
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Nope! I’m photography-only. But I know plenty of incredible videographers that I would be happy to refer you to!