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Congratulations on your engagement! We are Chris and Melinda, a husband and wife Atlanta wedding photography team. Using our artistic vision and creativity, we want to capture those unforgettable moments. Let us tell your story with photography that is as unique as you are. Thank you for considering us to be your photographers on such a special day.
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“I’m so glad we chose Chris and Melinda as our wedding photographers! They went out of their way to make us happy. Chris and Melinda were very professional and best of all captured every special moment of our special day.” - Rachel
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Booking is as easy as 1, 2, 3... Step 1 Continue reading for more information on our pricing.
Step 2 Contact us to schedule a meeting over coffee or by webcam. We like to get to know our couples to make sure we’re a perfect match.
Step 3 Send us your retainer and signed contract to book your wedding. Yay! Let’s do a happy dance together!
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THE EXPERIENCE: WHAT TO EXPECT BEFORE THE BIG DAY - We will work with you to create a wedding photography timeline and shot list to help make the day go as smoothly as possible. We will contact you a few weeks before the wedding to confirm your final payment, schedule, and any details. THE DAY OF THE WEDDING - We usually arrive early to look around for photo locations. Typically we will cover the preparation, first look (if desired), ceremony and reception details, the ceremony, bridal party, family formals, the bride and groom portraits, reception, and anything else agreed upon. Coverage depends on our scheduled time. AFTER THE HONEYMOON - We will select the best images and edit them. Within 4-6 weeks, we will post a password protected online gallery for you to view your images. We will deliver your high resolution images on a customized USB with a print release so you can print them anywhere. The online gallery is a great way to share your photos and order prints. We will retouch any printed photos. We will pre-design your wedding album (if ordered). The first draft is a “no limit� design or how we would like to see the wedding album. You will have the opportunity to add or remove pages and make changes after the first draft. Finally, we will deliver your album and prints to you so you can enjoy them! 6
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“If you are looking for real photographers with a real visual eye, and the best patient, kind, friendly photographers...you will not be disappointed!� - Marisa CHRIS-MELINDA.COM
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ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS Engagement sessions are a great way for us to get to know each other and for you to get comfortable in the front of the camera before the big day. We can suggest several locations depending on your preference of rural or urban. We could even go to the place you first met or proposed. It’s all up to your personal style. You can use the images from the engagement session to create a photo book for guests to sign at your wedding. This will be one you will actually look at again! The engagement session images can also be used on your wedding website or your save the date cards. However you use them, they will complete your story. ENGAGEMENT SESSION - 300 Includes 30-60 high resolution images on a USB
SIGNATURE PHOTO BOOK - 250 Includes 20 sides and photo wrap cover
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WEDDING COLLECTIONS All wedding photography packages include: • Two professional photographers • Password protected online gallery • 400-600 edited, high resolution images on a customized USB with print release PACKAGE ONE - 3700 (Save $700) • Up to 8 hours of wedding day coverage • Engagement session or 1 extra hour coverage • $1200 album or print credit PACKAGE TWO - 3200 (Save $500) • Up to 7 hours of wedding day coverage • Engagement session or 1 extra hour coverage • $800 album or print credit PACKAGE THREE - 2500 (Save $400) • Up to 7 hours of wedding day coverage • Engagement session or 1 extra hour coverage PACKAGE FOUR - 2000 (Save $300) • Up to 6 hours of wedding day coverage Add 6% sales tax to list prices. Prices are subject to change at any time. 10
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“Our favorite part of having you as our photographers was the laid back vibe you both have which helped us feel calmer on our big day. You captured so many amazing memories and neither of us had to worry about a thing! You bring a unique style to your photos that makes them stand out compared to other photographers. We would gladly recommend you!� - Marissa
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PACKAGE ADD ONS ADDITIONAL SESSION
WEDDING DAY COVERAGE
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300/hr
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Includes two professional photographers (Chris and Melinda Golden) and a password protected online gallery to easily view, share, and order prints
Complete your collection with an engagement, bridal, trash the dress, or day after session. Includes 30-60 high resolution images on a customized USB with a print release.
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REHEARSAL COVERAGE 300
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Includes up to one hour rehearsal coverage by Chris and Melinda. The edited images will be included on the wedding USB and online gallery.
For the reception we will set up a backdrop with our lights for studio quality photos that you and your guests will love. We supply the props. Guests can download photos for free on a separate online gallery. Images will be included on your USB. CHRIS-MELINDA.COM
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COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION DIGITAL IMAGES - 500 • Includes 400-600 edited high resolution JPEGs on a customized USB • Includes print release so you can print your photos anywhere • Includes 5” x 7” presentation box • Easily fits into a USB port on any computer
FINE ART ALBUMS • Our flushmount fine art albums are handcrafted in the USA and made with the highest quality materials and craftsmanship • Includes professional photographic prints mounted to archival board • Includes durable lay flat binding with uninterrupted panoramic prints • Includes a lifetime warranty for normal wear and tear, guaranteed to last for generations and can be passed down as a family heirloom • Choose between a full photo wrap, image dual tone, or leather cover • Minimum of 16 sides and a maximum of 70 sides, up to 5 photos per side PRICE PER SIDE 8x8 - 45
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10x10 - 50
12x12 - 60
PHOTO BOOKS • Our photo books are an affordable option for parent albums or guestbooks • Handcrafted in the USA with magazine style paper • Includes full photo wrap cover, 20 sides, and up to 100 photos 8x8 - 250
8.5x11 horizontal - 250
12x12 - 370
CANVAS WRAPS 1 1/4” depth, ready to hang, includes a solid face and backing for durability, finished with clear acrylic coating for protection 8x10 - 130
16x20 - 200
24x24 - 275
10x10 - 140
16x24 - 230
20x30 - 275
11x14 - 170
20x20 - 240
30x40 - 475
16x16 - 190
20x24 - 250
PHOTO PRINTS Wallets - 10
8x10 - 20
4x6 - 10
11x14 - 30
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How many digital files do we get? We typically deliver 400600 of the best images. Are they edited? Yes! We edit them for you. We will also remove blemishes, etc. in the bride and groom portraits. Can we print them? Yes! We will give you a print release so you can take them anywhere to be printed.
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When can we see our photos? Expect 4-6 weeks for editing and re-touching. We will send you a link to your password protected online gallery when they are ready to view. Do we get a preview? Yes! Usually the day after the wedding, we will post a preview on Facebook. How do we get our wedding album? We will pre-design the album for you. Up to
three revisions are included. Once the design is finalized, then we will deliver it to you. Can we order prints? Yes! You can order your wall portraits and prints on the online gallery. Do you bring your own lighting equipment? Yes! We bring portable studio lights and flashes with us that are battery powered.
Do you bring backup equipment? Yes! We bring backup equipment just in case. How much is the retainer? The retainer is 35% of the total cost. It is nonrefundable. Do you have a contract? Yes! The retainer and signed contract is needed in order to book. Do you offer a military discount? Yes! 10% off packages for active military and veterans.
What happens if you can’t make it to the wedding? If for some reason we cannot make it to the wedding (illness, etc.) we will find substitutes at no cost to you. Do you offer payment plans? Yes! We offer payment plans. We will agree on a payment schedule and sign a payment plan contract.
When is the final payment due? The final payment is due two weeks before the wedding date. What forms of payment do you accept? We accept cash, personal checks, and credit cards. Can I show you photos that I like? Yes! We are open to your ideas and inspiration. We are on Pinterest if you would like to share a board with us. CHRIS-MELINDA.COM
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“My husband and I had the best experience! The quality of all of our photos are amazing--when envisioning a future wedding I never dreamed I would have photos that looked this good. Chris and Melinda are extremely professional and fun people to be around. Out of all my vendors, they were the most organized, accommodating, and on top of things, which as the bride made my life a lot easier. I highly recommend them!� - Jackie Contact us today to set up a casual meeting over coffee. We would love to get to know you.
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