You may choose to navigate the list of questions using the index to the left or you may read the full Q&A below. The Q&A is divided into sections based on the topic. If you have further questions, email our studio manager by clicking here.
General
Q: Do you deliver every image you shoot?
A: No, we do not. We eliminate duplicate images, test shots, missed focused shots, shots with bad expressions and other images that may dilute the overall product delivery. For example, because we shoot with low apertures, sometimes we take a few extra shots to make sure we have the perfect focus. We don’t expect you to have the expertise or the time to zoom into each image to select the one with the sharpest focus, so we spend hours doing that on our end. In another example, candid laughs and emotional tears are some of the best images from the day. Unfortunately, they can also yield some unflattering facial expressions. We might snap a few extras of any of these moments to make sure we have a great shot with the ideal expression for the moment. With our expertise of processing tens of thousands of images each year, we may eliminate ones that we feel are duplicates and only deliver the best one.
Q: Have you shot at my venue before?
A: We have shot at many venues, so there is a good chance that we have. However, if we have not, we will get to the venue early on the day of and be sure to perform a thorough walk-through to scout out the best photography locations. We also do extensive online research prior to your big day!
Q: Do you do destination weddings? What additional fees are associated with destination weddings?
A: While Cufflink Photography is based out of Northeast Ohio, we serve clients all around the world. Our destination wedding photography packages include the cost of travel and reasonable accommodations (check out our destination wedding FAQs here). Contact us by clicking here.
Q: Which photographer will be shooting my wedding?
A: Typically, the photographer you meet with will be the photographer for your engagement session and wedding. You may request to meet with a specific photographer; otherwise, we’ll make the decision based on personality, availability, and your referral. If you are wondering whether there are differences in style and quality between the photographers, click here.
Q: Do you provide partial day coverage?
A: Depending on time of year, we can tailor custom packages to fit your needs if they do not fall in any of our three packages.
Q: Does your studio do headshots, individual portraits, family portraits, newborn shoots, commercial photography, or other types of photography?
A: Yes, we have experience in many fields of photography. Feel free to contact us.
Q: Do we need to feed you?
A: We do ask that you provide a meal for us at the reception. It is also very much appreciated if our team is able to share lunch with the rest of the bridal party. However, that’s not required.
Style & Quality
Q: What is your philosophy regarding photography?
A: Please click here for details on our wedding photography philosophy.
Q: What is your photography style?
A: The Cufflink Wedding Photography team is acclaimed for developing a unique style of wedding photography that is deeply rooted in wedding photojournalism while influenced by fine-art and fashion photography. We love using creative lighting, unique perspectives, angles, compositions and artistic post-production refining to bring out our clients personalities and beauty while telling their wedding story. We pride ourselves on not just being photographers, but rather artists creating unique and expressive imagery. To see examples of our quality and style, please visit our Portfolio as well as our Blog.
Q: Can I see a full event from start to finish?
A: Of course you may! We pride ourselves on the consistency of our work. We understand all photographers post their best shots from each wedding on their websites so it’s hard to determine how well he or she will perform on the wedding day. That is why we encourage all of our potential clients to view full events from all photographers they meet with to see how well the photographer performs throughout the day.
Q: My venue is very dark. How does your studio handle these situations and can I see samples?
A: We have shot in the darkest of dark chapels and reception halls so no need to worry! If the situation allows, we will set up additional lighting to ensure we get focused pictures. Some chapels do not allow for flash photography; and for that reason, we shoot on camera’s with superb low-light performance and lenses with low apertures.
Q: Is there a style or quality difference among the photographers?
A: No. We take every measure to ensure consistent style and quality among our photographers. We have developed the unique style you see in our work over the years. Each shoot is reviewed to ensure our quality and style are consistent. All mistakes, no matter how minor, are scrutinized by the team. We trust that the quality and style of photography you receive will be consistent. However, we do tailor our shooting style and techniques to our client requests. For example, some clients may prefer a light and airy look while others may prefer dramatic lighting and shadows.
Wedding Day
Q: How many hours do you suggest we set aside for wedding day photos?
A: Take a look at our What to Expect Page to see a detailed breakdown of how much time you would need to have set aside for your wedding photos.
Q: I have downtime between events on my wedding day. Will I be charged for that downtime?
A: For a variety of reasons, we have to charge for the time in between events. The fact is, we’re never truly resting during the day, whether we’re backing up images, setting up for the second venue, traveling to the second location, taking venue shots, or making up for lost photo time because of unforeseen wedding day delays. In many cases, we use that “downtime” to take you and your significant other out for a photo session or more family portraits.
Q: What happens if we go over the contracted amount of time?
A: We understand that not everything goes as planned during a wedding. We never pack up before the contracted time, and moreover, we’re not leaving on the dot when the contracted time is up. Instead, we will ask you at the end of your contracted time whether or not you would like to extend. If you would like us to stay, we will charge the rates specified in your contract rounded to the closest 60-minute increment.
Q: Why do we need to charge for additional coverage?
A: We’ve dedicated the entire day to your wedding, so we won’t be racing off to catch other plans that evening. However, we need to charge for additional coverage primarily because there are costs of having the team stay for additional hours. The shooters and lighting assistants all require additional compensation. Furthermore, the additional photos taken will need to be post-produced which adds to our overall costs.
Post Production
Q: What should I expect for my final deliverables?
Q: How many images do you typically deliver?
We typically deliver anywhere from 40-50 images per 1-hour engagement shoot and for a wedding, we typically deliver 50-70 images per hour. Keep in mind these numbers may increase or decrease depending on the flow of the day and the number of events/activities needing to be captured.
Q: Do you touch up all the images in our image download?
A: Yes we do. Every image we deliver is post produced with our unique signature style of post-production. This involves color correction, exposure adjustment, selective black and white processing, clarity adjustments, tone-mapping, and other corrections. Many photographers will not post produce any images, or will only post produce “select” images from your wedding. This means that you may have pictures that are too dark, have strange skin tones or other common photography flaws.
Q: Do you shoot in JPEG, Small Raw, or Large Raw?
A: We shoot most of our images in Large Raw.
Engagement Session
Q: When can we expect to see our photos from our engagement session?
A: Post-production for engagement sessions are typically completed 3 weeks after the date of the shoot. If you require the images to be completed prior to 3 weeks after the date of the shoot, a rush process fee may be charged.
Q: When should we do our engagement session?
A: We encourage you to do your engagement session as soon as possible. The latest we suggest is at least 10-12 weeks prior to the wedding date due to the time necessary to post produce each image and complete your product order(s). See the engagement session post-production delivery time and engagement session product delivery time FAQ’s for more details.
Q: Can we schedule our engagement session for the weekend?
Because most weddings occur on weekends, we typically do not shoot engagement sessions on weekends. If you can only do your engagement session on a weekend, we can tentatively schedule your engagement session on a weekend, however, if a wedding is scheduled for that weekend later on, we will have to reschedule your engagement session. There will also may be an additional charge for weekend engagement sessions. We also like to shoot on weekdays because locations are typically less crowded.
Q: I’d like you to Photoshop our name and date into the save-the-dates, is that included in the package pricing?
Custom save-the-date images are priced at $250 per image and can be added on to any package through our website.
Albums, Books, & Prints
Q: How long does it take to get my album?
As with our other products, production times vary. However, you can typically expect to receive your album 4 weeks after placing the order. The process prior to placing the order varies in duration depending on how quickly you respond to the instructions for the album design. Some brides complete this within a week or two; others take over a month. If you have not completed photo selection within 3 months of receiving your final deliverables, we will choose the images for you.
Similar to the post-production process, if you require rush processing, a fee of $250.00 will be charged. Additional fees for rush shipping may also apply.
Q: How many images do we get in our wedding day album?
A: Our signature albums contains up to 27 images. If you’d like to add more images, you are welcome to do so for a small fee per additional image.
Q: Can I add more images to my album?
A: Extra images beyond what is included in your package can be added for an additional cost. Refer to our album designer for more information!
Q: How do I get started on my wedding album?
The Wedding Album Design Process is outlined here.
Download/Usage Rights
Q: What rights do I have to the digital prints?
A: You have the right to reprint images whenever/wherever you want.
Q: Do you provide the RAW files from my engagement session and/or wedding day?
A: Each of our packages comes with a full resolution image download. However, we typically do not provide RAW (unprocessed) files from our shoots because we believe in delivering a finished product. In fact, we’re often shooting with the end (post-produced) product in mind. However, on occasion, we may provide RAW images along with our post-produced JPG’s for an additional fee and restrictions.
Q: How many images do you deliver on the image download?
A: For a 1-hour engagement session we typically deliver 40-50 images and for a wedding , we typically deliver 50-70 images per hour of coverage. Keep in mind these numbers may increase or decrease depending on the flow of the day and the number of events/activities needing to be captured.
Q: What if I lose my images?
A: There is a $100 replacement charge for additional downloads after the event has been archived. We strongly suggest you make at least one copy of the download when you receive it from us.
Business Insurance and Backup
Q: Do you back up our images? How can we ensure that our images won’t be lost?
A: We have never lost an image from a wedding due to the following backup workflow for each our events:
During the event, we shoot on two cards at the same time. This instantly creates a backup of every image in the camera. Afterward, we separate the primary cards from the backup cards, should anything happen to one set. We then back up the images to a local server set up in a RAID 1 configuration, as well as copy them to an offsite hard drive. At any given point before delivery of the images, there are two copies of the files in separate locations.
Q: Do you have liability insurance?
A: Yes. Many venues require the photographer to have Liability Insurance.
Meeting Policy
Q: We live out-of-town. Is it possible for our family/friends to meet with you instead?
We’d love to meet your relatives, answer their questions and review our work with them. If possible, we’d like to at least webcam with you to get to know you better.
Q: We’re very busy and won’t be able to meet. Are there any other options?
A: We would love to meet with you prior to our engagement shoot or wedding; however, if you’re too busy or too far away, we can handle everything remotely. Just let us know what information you need and we will do our best to accommodate your request. For example, if you would like to see more of our work, we can gladly show you complete events online. If you would like to talk about packages and get a sense of the photographer’s personality, telephone calls, and webcam appointments can be arranged.
Q: Do you travel to meet clients?
A: Due to the limitations of our schedule, we currently do not travel to meet clients. If you would like to schedule a meeting, please contact us via email by clicking here
Q: How do I set up an appointment to meet you in person and see some of your work?
A: Contact our studio manager at 216.870.4513 or email her by clicking here.
Payment & Tax
Q: How do I reserve you for my date?
A: All dates are reserved once we receive your signed contract and deposit.
Q: What if we exceed our contracted time for our engagement shoot and/or wedding day coverage?
A: Standard rates apply for overtime. Overtime is billed at the rate of $125/hour per Photographer.
Q: Is there an additional fee if we pay via credit card?
A: Yes. The retail adjustment fee for all credit card transactions is 3.8% of the charged amount.
Q: If we cancel the wedding, will we receive our deposit back?
A: Unfortunately no. Deposits are used to reserve your date. Once we’ve reserved your date, we do not accept new clients for your date.
Q: If we change our wedding to a different date, will we be able to use our deposit towards a future date?
A: Generally no, but this is taken on a case by case basis. The reason for canceling and our availability is taken into account. Also, if rates change from your original date to your new date, the new rates will apply.
Q: Are there travel fees associated with the engagement session and/or wedding day shoot(s)?
A: All travel expenses are based on the distance between your event location(s).
Q: Do you offer any discounts on weekday weddings, Sunday weddings, or weddings during the off-season?
A: We offer discounts on Sunday weddings and off-season weddings. Please ask when you inquire.
Videography
Q: What are my final deliverables for Video?
Q: What are your packages and pricing?
A: Pricing and packages can be found in the “pricing” tab.
Q: How many weddings have you shot?
A: Our team has shot about 200 weddings and we plan on shooting hundreds more!
Q: Who will be at my wedding?
A: You will have two videographers at your wedding. Everyone on the team is super talented and fun to hang out with. We’re all friends!
Q: Do you pick the music for the highlight reel?
A: Yes we do. We pay to copyright music from several sites. Most popular songs cannot be legally licensed for a reasonable price. If desired, you can look through the websites we use and let us know what you like.
Q: What equipment do you use?
A: After being in the industry for several years, we consider our equipment top-of-the-line. Without getting into nerdy specifics, our cameras are small enough to be inconspicuous and powerful enough to capture high quality color and clarity.
Q: How do you capture sound?
A: We put a small mic on the groom during the ceremony. During the reception, we plug into the DJ’s system. (Confirm with your DJ if you want to be sure!) We always have a backup mic during the ceremony and reception.
Q: Do you work well with other vendors?
A: We pride ourselves in having awesome relationships with the vendors we’ve worked with. We have to work well alongside one another, and we make sure we do our part.
Q: When will I get my videos?
A: Depending on the time of year, you will receive your videos 8-10 weeks after the wedding day. The video editing process is an intensive undertaking that involves a massive amount of retouching, processing, and color correction. We sift through hours of footage to produce only the best of the best to reproduce your wedding day in true cinematic quality.
Q: What’s the difference between videographers and cinematographers?
A: Short answer? Nothing. Wedding videography companies sometimes use the title “cinematographer” to denote a cinematic (i.e. movie-like) style in their videos. But the reality is, most wedding videography companies strive to create cinematic films. “Videography” is simply the more widely-used term, so that’s why we use it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Navigate the list of questions using the index below. The Q&A is divided into sections based on the topic. If you have further questions, email our studio manager by clicking here.
- General
- Style & Quality
- Wedding Day
- Post Production
- Engagement Session
- Albums, Prints, and Books
- Download/Usage Rights
- Business Insurance and Image Backup
- Meeting Policy
- Payment & Tax
- Videography
General
Q: Do you deliver every image you shoot?
A: No, we do not. We eliminate duplicate images, test shots, missed focused shots, shots with bad expressions and other images that may dilute the overall product delivery. For example, because we shoot with low apertures, sometimes we take a few extra shots to make sure we have the perfect focus. We don’t expect you to have the expertise or the time to zoom into each image to select the one with the sharpest focus, so we spend hours doing that on our end. In another example, candid laughs and emotional tears are some of the best images from the day. Unfortunately, they can also yield some unflattering facial expressions. We might snap a few extras of any of these moments to make sure we have a great shot with the ideal expression for the moment. With our expertise of processing tens of thousands of images each year, we may eliminate ones that we feel are duplicates and only deliver the best one.
Q: Have you shot at my venue before?
A: We have shot at many venues, so there is a good chance that we have. However, if we have not, we will get to the venue early on the day of and be sure to perform a thorough walk-through to scout out the best photography locations. We also do extensive online research prior to your big day!
Q: Do you do destination weddings? What additional fees are associated with destination weddings?
A: While Cufflink Photography is based out of Northeast Ohio, we serve clients all around the world. Our destination wedding photography packages include the cost of travel and reasonable accommodations (check out our destination wedding FAQs here). Contact us by clicking here.
Q: Which photographer will be shooting my wedding?
A: Typically, the photographer you meet with will be the photographer for your engagement session and wedding. You may request to meet with a specific photographer; otherwise, we’ll make the decision based on personality, availability, and your referral. If you are wondering whether there are differences in style and quality between the photographers, click here.
Q: Do you provide partial day coverage?
A: Depending on time of year, we can tailor custom packages to fit your needs if they do not fall in any of our three packages.
Q: Does your studio do headshots, individual portraits, family portraits, newborn shoots, commercial photography, or other types of photography?
A: Yes, we have experience in many fields of photography. Feel free to contact us.
Q: Do we need to feed you?
A: We do ask that you provide a meal for us at the reception. It is also very much appreciated if our team is able to share lunch with the rest of the bridal party. However, that’s not required.
Style & Quality
Q: What is your philosophy regarding photography?
A: Please click here for details on our wedding photography philosophy.
Q: What is your photography style?
A: The Cufflink Wedding Photography team is acclaimed for developing a unique style of wedding photography that is deeply rooted in wedding photojournalism while influenced by fine-art and fashion photography. We love using creative lighting, unique perspectives, angles, compositions and artistic post-production refining to bring out our clients personalities and beauty while telling their wedding story. We pride ourselves on not just being photographers, but rather artists creating unique and expressive imagery. To see examples of our quality and style, please visit our Portfolio as well as our Blog.
Q: Can I see a full event from start to finish?
A: Of course you may! We pride ourselves on the consistency of our work. We understand all photographers post their best shots from each wedding on their websites so it’s hard to determine how well he or she will perform on the wedding day. That is why we encourage all of our potential clients to view full events from all photographers they meet with to see how well the photographer performs throughout the day.
Q: My venue is very dark. How does your studio handle these situations and can I see samples?
A: We have shot in the darkest of dark chapels and reception halls so no need to worry! If the situation allows, we will set up additional lighting to ensure we get focused pictures. Some chapels do not allow for flash photography; and for that reason, we shoot on camera’s with superb low-light performance and lenses with low apertures.
Q: Is there a style or quality difference among the photographers?
A: No. We take every measure to ensure consistent style and quality among our photographers. We have developed the unique style you see in our work over the years. Each shoot is reviewed to ensure our quality and style are consistent. All mistakes, no matter how minor, are scrutinized by the team. We trust that the quality and style of photography you receive will be consistent. However, we do tailor our shooting style and techniques to our client requests. For example, some clients may prefer a light and airy look while others may prefer dramatic lighting and shadows.
Wedding Day
Q: How many hours do you suggest we set aside for wedding day photos?
A: Take a look at our What To Expect Page to see a detailed breakdown of how much time you would need to have set aside for your wedding photos.
Q: I have downtime between events on my wedding day. Will I be charged for that downtime?
A: For a variety of reasons, we have to charge for the time in between events. The fact is, we’re never truly resting during the day, whether we’re backing up images, setting up for the second venue, traveling to the second location, taking venue shots, or making up for lost photo time because of unforeseen wedding day delays. In many cases, we use that “downtime” to take you and your significant other out for a photo session or more family portraits.
Q: What happens if we go over the contracted amount of time?
A: We understand that not everything goes as planned during a wedding. We never pack up before the contracted time, and moreover, we’re not leaving on the dot when the contracted time is up. Instead, we will ask you at the end of your contracted time whether or not you would like to extend. If you would like us to stay, we will charge the rates specified in your contract rounded to the closest 60-minute increment.
Q: Why do we need to charge for additional coverage?
A: We’ve dedicated the entire day to your wedding, so we won’t be racing off to catch other plans that evening. However, we need to charge for additional coverage primarily because there are costs of having the team stay for additional hours. The shooters and lighting assistants all require additional compensation. Furthermore, the additional photos taken will need to be post-produced which adds to our overall costs.
Post Production
Q: What should I expect for my final deliverables?
Q: How many images do you typically deliver?
We typically deliver anywhere from 40-50 images per 1-hour engagement shoot and for a wedding, we typically deliver 50-70 images per hour. Keep in mind these numbers may increase or decrease depending on the flow of the day and the number of events/activities needing to be captured.
Q: Do you touch up all the images in our image download?
A: Yes we do. Every image we deliver is post produced with our unique signature style of post-production. This involves color correction, exposure adjustment, selective black and white processing, clarity adjustments, tone-mapping, and other corrections. Many photographers will not post produce any images, or will only post produce “select” images from your wedding. This means that you may have pictures that are too dark, have strange skin tones or other common photography flaws.
Q: Do you shoot in JPEG, Small Raw, or Large Raw?
A: We shoot most of our images in Large Raw.
Engagement Session
Q: When can we expect to see our photos from our engagement session?
A: Post-production for engagement sessions are typically completed 3 weeks after the date of the shoot. If you require the images to be completed prior to 3 weeks after the date of the shoot, a rush process fee may be charged.
Q: When should we do our engagement session?
A: We encourage you to do your engagement session as soon as possible. The latest we suggest is at least 10-12 weeks prior to the wedding date due to the time necessary to post produce each image and complete your product order(s). See the engagement session post-production delivery time and engagement session product delivery time FAQ’s for more details.
Q: Can we schedule our engagement session for the weekend?
Because most weddings occur on weekends, we typically do not shoot engagement sessions on weekends. If you can only do your engagement session on a weekend, we can tentatively schedule your engagement session on a weekend, however, if a wedding is scheduled for that weekend later on, we will have to reschedule your engagement session. There will also may be an additional charge for weekend engagement sessions. We also like to shoot on weekdays because locations are typically less crowded.
Q: I’d like you to Photoshop our name and date into the save-the-dates, is that included in the package pricing?
Custom save-the-date images are priced at $250 per image and can be added on to any package through our website.
Albums, Books, & Prints
Q: How long does it take to get my album?
As with our other products, production times vary. However, you can typically expect to receive your album 4 weeks after placing the order. The process prior to placing the order varies in duration depending on how quickly you respond to the instructions for the album design. Some brides complete this within a week or two; others take over a month. If you have not completed photo selection within 3 months of receiving your final deliverables, we will choose the images for you.
Similar to the post-production process, if you require rush processing, a fee of $250.00 will be charged. Additional fees for rush shipping may also apply.
Q: How many images do we get in our wedding day album?
A: Our signature albums contains up to 27 images. If you’d like to add more images, you are welcome to do so for a small fee per additional image.
Q: Can I add more images to my album?
A: Extra images beyond what is included in your package can be added for an additional cost. Refer to our album designer for more information!
Q: How do I get started on my wedding album?
The Wedding Album Design Process is outlined here.
Download/Usage Rights
Q: What rights do I have to the digital prints?
A: You have the right to reprint images whenever/wherever you want.
Q: Do you provide the RAW files from my engagement session and/or wedding day?
A: Each of our packages comes with a full resolution image download. However, we typically do not provide RAW (unprocessed) files from our shoots because we believe in delivering a finished product. In fact, we’re often shooting with the end (post-produced) product in mind. However, on occasion, we may provide RAW images along with our post-produced JPG’s for an additional fee and restrictions.
Q: How many images do you deliver on the image download?
A: For a 1-hour engagement session we typically deliver 40-50 images and for a wedding , we typically deliver 50-70 images per hour of coverage. Keep in mind these numbers may increase or decrease depending on the flow of the day and the number of events/activities needing to be captured.
Q: What if I lose my images?
A: There is a $100 replacement charge for additional downloads after the event has been archived. We strongly suggest you make at least one copy of the download when you receive it from us.
Business Insurance and Backup
Q: Do you back up our images? How can we ensure that our images won’t be lost?
A: We have never lost an image from a wedding due to the following backup workflow for each our events:
During the event, we shoot on two cards at the same time. This instantly creates a backup of every image in the camera. Afterward, we separate the primary cards from the backup cards, should anything happen to one set. We then back up the images to a local server set up in a RAID 1 configuration, as well as copy them to an offsite hard drive. At any given point before delivery of the images, there are two copies of the files in separate locations.
Q: Do you have liability insurance?
A: Yes. Many venues require the photographer to have Liability Insurance.
Meeting Policy
Q: We live out-of-town. Is it possible for our family/friends to meet with you instead?
We’d love to meet your relatives, answer their questions and review our work with them. If possible, we’d like to at least webcam with you to get to know you better.
Q: We’re very busy and won’t be able to meet. Are there any other options?
A: We would love to meet with you prior to our engagement shoot or wedding; however, if you’re too busy or too far away, we can handle everything remotely. Just let us know what information you need and we will do our best to accommodate your request. For example, if you would like to see more of our work, we can gladly show you complete events online. If you would like to talk about packages and get a sense of the photographer’s personality, telephone calls, and webcam appointments can be arranged.
Q: Do you travel to meet clients?
A: Due to the limitations of our schedule, we currently do not travel to meet clients. If you would like to schedule a meeting, please contact us via email by clicking here
Q: How do I set up an appointment to meet you in person and see some of your work?
A: Contact our studio manager at 216.870.4513 or email her by clicking here.
Payment & Tax
Q: How do I reserve you for my date?
A: All dates are reserved once we receive your signed contract and deposit.
Q: What if we exceed our contracted time for our engagement shoot and/or wedding day coverage?
A: Standard rates apply for overtime. Overtime is billed at the rate of $125/hour per Photographer.
Q: Is there an additional fee if we pay via credit card?
A: Yes. The retail adjustment fee for all credit card transactions is 3.8% of the charged amount.
Q: If we cancel the wedding, will we receive our deposit back?
A: Unfortunately no. Deposits are used to reserve your date. Once we’ve reserved your date, we do not accept new clients for your date.
Q: If we change our wedding to a different date, will we be able to use our deposit towards a future date?
A: Generally no, but this is taken on a case by case basis. The reason for canceling and our availability is taken into account. Also, if rates change from your original date to your new date, the new rates will apply.
Q: Are there travel fees associated with the engagement session and/or wedding day shoot(s)?
A: All travel expenses are based on the distance between your event location(s).
Q: Do you offer any discounts on weekday weddings, Sunday weddings, or weddings during the off-season?
A: We offer discounts on Sunday weddings and off-season weddings. Please ask when you inquire.
Videography
Q: What are my final deliverables for Video?
Q: What are your packages and pricing?
A: Pricing and packages can be found in the “pricing” tab.
Q: How many weddings have you shot?
A: Our team has shot about 200 weddings and we plan on shooting hundreds more!
Q: Who will be at my wedding?
A: You will have two videographers at your wedding. Everyone on the team is super talented and fun to hang out with. We’re all friends!
Q: Do you pick the music for the highlight reel?
A: Yes we do. We pay to copyright music from several sites. Most popular songs cannot be legally licensed for a reasonable price. If desired, you can look through the websites we use and let us know what you like.
Q: What equipment do you use?
A: After being in the industry for several years, we consider our equipment top-of-the-line. Without getting into nerdy specifics, our cameras are small enough to be inconspicuous and powerful enough to capture high quality color and clarity.
Q: How do you capture sound?
A: We put a small mic on the groom during the ceremony. During the reception, we plug into the DJ’s system. (Confirm with your DJ if you want to be sure!) We always have a backup mic during the ceremony and reception.
Q: Do you work well with other vendors?
A: We pride ourselves in having awesome relationships with the vendors we’ve worked with. We have to work well alongside one another, and we make sure we do our part.
Q: When will I get my videos?
A: Depending on the time of year, you will receive your videos 8-10 weeks after the wedding day. The video editing process is an intensive undertaking that involves a massive amount of retouching, processing, and color correction. We sift through hours of footage to produce only the best of the best to reproduce your wedding day in true cinematic quality.
Q: What’s the difference between videographers and cinematographers?
A: Short answer? Nothing. Wedding videography companies sometimes use the title “cinematographer” to denote a cinematic (i.e. movie-like) style in their videos. But the reality is, most wedding videography companies strive to create cinematic films. “Videography” is simply the more widely-used term, so that’s why we use it.