Where are you located?
A) I am based in NYC, specifically the Bronx. My services are rendered in NYC and Westchester County.
Do you travel?
A) Yes, I am able to travel.
What if the location I want to take my photos at needs a permit?
A) Some locations do require a permit, in which it is your responsibility that you have that secured before booking.
How can I book you for my date?
A) Along with a signed agreement, I do require a retainer of 50% to have your date locked. The remaining balance is due the day of the event/photoshoot. Payment plans are available.
Do you offer payment plans?
A) I do offer payment plans. Just ask for details.
What happens if the event/session goes over the contracted time?
A) Things do happen that is beyond control. If that is the case, there will be a grace period for up to an hour for events and up to a half hour for photo sessions.
Will I be charged for additional coverages?
A) There is a grace period. After that, there is an additional charge per half hour (events and photo sessions).
Do you have a studio (for photo sessions)?
A) Due to the fact that the majority of my photography jobs are done on location, I do not own a studio. Portrait sessions are done outdoors, on location (which offers more freedom). However, a studio can be rented for sessions based on availability.
Does your event coverage include weddings?
A) Rate for event coverage does not include weddings.
Do you photograph weddings?
A) Wedding Coverage will be offered soon.
What if I have to cancel?
A) Unfortunately, ALL retainment fees are NON-REFUNDABLE and are used to reserve your date. Once your date is reserved, no new clients are accepted for your date.
What if I have to change the date?
A) This will depend on the reason for date change and my availability for the new date. PLEASE NOTE: The retainer can be rolled over to the new date ONLY ONCE. If there is another cancellation and new date is required, another retainer is required to secure that new date.
Why is the Session Fee separate from the packages and products?
A) Session fess covers my time to work with you, my time editing your images, as well as preparing your gallery and products.
Do you provide partial day event coverage?
A) The minimum required event coverage is 3 hours for private/personal events and 3 hours for corporate/public events. This does not include weddings.
When do I receive my images?
A) The turnaround time for edited events is 7-14 days depending on my current editing queue. The turnaround time for edited portraits is 5-10 days also depending on my current editing queue.
How many images will I receive?
A) For portraits, the minimum image count is 100 on average. This is based on the session, outfit changes and locations. For events, the final image count depends on how much "action" happens at your event, number of portraits, candids, schedule, etc. For example, a 4-hour event usually has 175 -200 images. PLEASE NOTE...I deliver every single image that I edit, but not every single photo that I take.
How are the images delivered?
A) Digital images are delivered on a custom USB Drive as well as canvases, prints, albums and more.
Are images available for online viewing?
A) Images are available for online gallery for additional charge (also part of certain packages).
Do you shoot in color or Black & White?
A) I shoot both ways. Just let me know how you want your images.
Do you provide color adjustment, retouching or corrective services for portrait sessions?
A) Those services are available for an additional charge.
Is it possible for me to receive RAW files?
A) No. The raw unedited files are not included or typically delivered. Any photos that are not edited or delivered are either redundant (exact duplicates) or outtakes such as out-of-focus images, test shots, unflattering images, random shots of my shoes, etc.
Do you offer consultation? What if I don't live close to where you are based?
A) Yes. In fact, it's strongly recommended. Once you reserve my services, I would discuss what you want for your event/session. Consultations can be in-person, phone call or video chat.