SO YOU HAVE SOME QUESTIONS

Philosophy: SECOND PHOTOGRAPHERS

 I highly enjoy my second photographers and consider them a valuable and important part of my business and your big day. 
Second photographers are included in all 8-10 hour wedding days.

FAQ: How many hours should we book?

A bride and groom smile and laugh loudly after having their first kiss during their ceremony. They are standing outside by a lake, in front of their guests with a beautiful red and orange flower arch behind them. 
8 hours of coverage is the starting industry standard for most weddings. However, I really thrive in a 9-10 hour wedding day. More time is usually better, but I never recommend anything beyond what I think will be helpful and restful for you.

I consider myself party documentary and partly editorial. I'm skilled at discovering frames that will organically represent your wedding day. However, no client should be left wondering what to do, where to go, or if they're "doing it right" - especially during portraits. I believe it's an integral part of my role to give attention to detail and to be communicative with you during the day - knowing when to adjust, direct, and when to let the moment continue uninturupted. That discretion is both an artistic choice and a social awareness. It is always at the forefront of my mind.
A wedding is not about photographs, it's about the quality of your presence and your commitment to your partner. We can't always control the chaos that might come, but we can value other things higher. We can create art in both chaos and calm; the balance is what brings out beauty.
I love wider frames and intimate shots. I get excited about light, contrast, emotions, and tiny spots of elegance or drama. 
I always have my eye out for moments of connection and thrive shooting in crowded rooms, amongst larger families, or on big dance floors.
The majority of my wedding work is shot on a Nikon with a 35mm lens. I also love having a 70-200mm during more candid moments like your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. I work with a variety of off-camera lighting equipment. Each client is unique and any equipment I bring beyond my standard is always thought about intentionally.

faq: WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?

philosophy: SHOOTING STYLE

A candid black and white image of a bride sitting on a couch, surrounded by other women. She is laughing and looking up to her sister, who si standing to her left.
A line of bridal party members, dressed in tux's and black dresses holding bouquets laugh and talk to someone off camera. This photo was taken at the Como conservatory in St. Paul, MN.
A white wavy line on a black background with a small white dot.

FAQ: do you travel?

A bride in a sparking suit, standing in the sun, kisses her groom in a tux. They both stand in front of a sign that says "24 hour drive-up weddings." This photo was taken in Las Vegas, NV. 
Yes! I have always loved traveling for clients. I have a set travel fee, but we also work together to make all the details possible if that is an interest for you. My past clients have brought me to Chicago, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, North Dakota, Kentucky, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, Oregon, Florida, and Vancouver.
I have loved ones in Chicago, Colorado, and Vancouver - I try to travel there often.
A groom is spinning a bride. This perspective is from above and they are winged by bright pink floral arrangements on either side. The bride carries a boquet with pink flowers.

FAQ: What’s your method of delivery? How long does delivery take? how many images will i receive?

I deliver all galleries via an online gallery. You receive wedding previews ahead of full delivery which includes your entire family portrait section. Wedding galleries take 8-10 weeks to return after your wedding date. Smaller sessions (engagements, anniversaries, boudoir) do not include previews and are returned 4 weeks after our shoot date. All images are high-resolution, ready to print, and delivered in color and BW. I do not set image count limits.
A bride and groom touch foreheads, while turned away from the camera. The bride is wearing an heirloom veil and the groom's hand is on her lower back. This photo is black and white.
A bride in a white jumpsuit, lit in harsh flash, wearing a bright pink wig dances crazily with other girls.
A wedding guest, wearing pink sunglasses and a blonde wig, holding a drink, is caught mid laugh in the middle of a dance floor. 
I am available Monday-Thursday from 10am-7pm. Weekends (Friday-Sunday) are reserved for wedding coverage. Smaller sessions like engagements and portraits, can be scheduled Monday-Thursday.

FAQ: WHAT ARE YOUR STUDIO HOURS?

FAQ: What is your preferred form of communication?

DO YOU DO ANYTHING BESIDES WEDDINGS?

I give priority to answering emails over other forms of communication. I do enjoy texting clients that I am actively working with, however still prefer email correspondence so everything important can be found in one place and organized.

Heck yes.

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