Weddings
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asked questions
hank-you for your interest in Harlow Bliss
Photography for your wedding. I am honored you took the time to inquire about my photography services. I am a portrait and wedding
Q. How do I reserve my date?
Q.Q.How my photos date? for the album? Do Ido getI reserve to pick the
photographer that specializes in natural light
A. A signed contract and a non-refundable
A.A.AYes signed andalbum 15% ofwillthe and contract no. A mock be designed
photography. My style is ethereal and dreamy
deposit of 15% of the package you choose. I
package you choose. canít hold any for you and you mayI make any changes to it.
and I strive to capture the essence of you as a
can’t hold any date without this and it is first
date without this and it is first come first
couple, as well as your day as a whole.
come first serve.
serve. I canít possibly keep track evQ. How long until I can view myofphotos?
eryone that6-8 is interested! A. Within weeks, sometimes longer during
I only take on a limited number of wed-
dings per year. I focus on quality of work rather
Q. Do you travel?
than quantity. I also only book one wedding
A. Yes! Please inquire about any additional
Q. Do you travel?
per weekend so I am 100% rested and focused
travel expenses.
A.Q.Yes! Please any How manyinquire proofsabout will I have? additional travel expenses. A. This depends on many factors, but usually
on capturing your special day.
My wedding packages are customizable
the busy season.
Q. How long can I purchase prints and/or
300-500 toned and retouched images.
to fit your budget and needs. I offer high quality
products for?
Q. How long can I purchase prints and/
prints and products, including beautiful custom
A. I keep wedding photos on file for 1 year.
orQ.products Do you for? do same sex weddings? A.A.I keep wedding photos on to! file Love for 1is love! I haven’t, but I am eager
designed albums, all packaged together in ecofriendly materials. If you would like a quote on
Q. Do you offer online proofing?
year. If you havenít already, you are
wedding coverage please e-mail me.
A. Every wedding comes with a password
given onewe lasthave and afinal option to purQ. Can second shooter?
protected online proofing gallery for 30 days.
chase a CD. work alone, so A. I primarily
Kindly review this information and if I left
any question unanswered, don’t hesitate to ask!
Passwords are only given to the couple and it will be your discretion to give it to others.
Q.Q.Do youwe offer online proofing? Can meet to discuss any questions?
Ordering is also available on the site.
A.A.Every wedding comes a passAbsolutely! I work outwith of my house in Clinton word onlineserves proofing gallery and protected my living room as an office. for 30 days. Passwords are only given (cont.) to the couple and it will be your
Investment Package One 4 hours of coverage
4x6 proofs with custom storage box
$1, 800 + tax
Package Two 6 hours of coverage
4x6 proofs with custom storage box 10x10 30 page coffee table book Option to purchase hi-res CD with print release for $500
$2, 500 + tax
Package Three 8 hours of coverage
4x6 proof storage box 10x10 30 page coffee table book Free engagement session (prints are extra) CD of hi-res images with print release
$3, 200 + tax
a l A carte Proofs with custom storage box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Additional coverage per hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Coffee table book* (10x10 30 pg) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Digital negatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $700 *Coffee table book price varies upon size and number of pages
Planning
Lighting
Since I am a natural light photographer, lighting
The best time for photography is during the
is key to capture the images you see on all of
magic hour - or the last two hours before sunset.
Coverage
my sites - the more light, the better.
If you are still deciding on a timeline, look up
I always recommend to start 1-2 hours before
I can’t control where or when you have your
the ceremony to allow ample time to photo-
ceremony and reception, so some things to
graph details, hair & make-up, getting dressed,
keep in mind are the amount of natural light
We of course can’t control the weather, so
and any bridal portraits. This will also give me
and the time of day.
always have a back-up plan in case it rains!
when the sunset will be and try to schedule all
enough time to get to the ceremony to get any shots of the groom.. Two hours is the magic number for photos after the ceremony. This includes family formals, bridal party and bride/groom shots. If you do not have enough time between the ceremony and reception, I always encourage a “first look.” Not only is this a beautiful and intimate moment of seeing each other for the first
Creativity
I’ve noticed the most beautiful of weddings
time, but it will allow us to get plenty of photo-
pay the most attention to the details. A lot of it
graphs of the two of you as well as your bridal
can be DIY and found on Pinterest or Etsy. The
party without rushing.
Perfect Palette is a great resource for color and theme inspiration. Follow Style Me Pretty, Well-
If you need to cut back on time, the last hour of
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a reception can be very repetitive. Cut time at
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the end, not the beginning.
major photography during the magic hour.