Everything you want to know — before, during, and after your wedding day.

Whether you’re just starting to plan or you’re deep in logistics, this page is designed to answer common questions and help you feel calm, prepared, and confident.

FAQs & Helpful Tips

I don’t believe great photographs come from chasing perfect moments.

They come from understanding what matters to you, paying attention to how the day actually unfolds, and creating enough structure that you don’t have to think about the camera at all.

Wedding days are layered. There’s emotion, logistics, family dynamics, time pressure — often all happening at once. My job is to hold the awareness of all of that so you don’t have to. To notice what’s happening before it becomes a problem. To step in when something needs guidance, and step back when it doesn’t.

That steadiness is intentional.

It comes from preparation, experience, and listening — really listening — long before the wedding day arrives. It’s knowing your priorities, your comfort level, and the pace that feels right for you. It’s understanding when presence matters more than perfection.

The part you bring is simple, but important.

You get to stay with the people you love.
You get to feel what’s happening instead of managing it.
You get to trust that what matters is being taken care of.

That’s how the photographs end up feeling honest.
Not staged. Not forced.
Just true to how the day actually lived.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

You don’t need to have everything figured out, You just need to care about how it feels.

is travel included?

For local weddings, travel is typically built in. For destination / out-of-state or multi-day celebrations, travel is quoted separately.

The goal is simple: no surprises. Once I know your location(s), event count, and schedule, I’ll outline exactly what’s included so you can plan clearly.

Once we’ve had a call and decided we’re a good fit, I’ll send over a contract and invoice for a retainer. Your date is officially reserved once both are completed. From there, you’re on my calendar—and I’m fully in it with you.

How do we book you?

Yes. Always.

No two weddings move the same way, and I don’t believe in forcing your day into a rigid package. The collections you see are starting points. Coverage, add-ons, and multi-day events are tailored based on what actually matters to you and how your celebration unfolds.

can we customize our coverage?

Wedding galleries are delivered within 10–12 weeks. Engagement sessions typically take 6–8 weeks.

I take the time needed to edit thoughtfully and consistently—nothing rushed, nothing outsourced, nothing over-processed.

What is the turnaround time?

Enough to tell the story fully—without overwhelm.

I don’t believe more is always better. Your final gallery is carefully curated so the images you receive are strong, meaningful, and representative of the day as a whole. You won’t have to sift through duplicates or filler to find the moments that matter.

How many images will we receive? 

Yes—and destination and multi-day celebrations are very much welcome.

Travel is quoted separately based on location and scope, and I handle logistics thoughtfully so everything is seamless on your end.

Do you travel for weddings?

Do you work with a second shooter?

Sometimes—depending on the size, timeline, and how many places you need me to be at once.

If your day has a lot of moving parts (big guest count, multiple locations, tight timeline, lots of family formals, or overlapping moments), a second photographer is the easiest way to protect your story without rushing anything. We’ll decide together what makes sense for your day—not what’s standard.

It feels calm.

Wedding days come with a lot of energy—people, timelines, emotions, expectations. My role is to bring steadiness into that environment so you don’t feel like you’re managing one more thing. I’m attentive without hovering, directive when needed, and invisible when it’s better that way. You get to be present. I’ll take care of the rest.

What does working with you actually feel like?

do you offer video?

Yes—selectively.

I offer wedding films and Super 8 as an add-on to photography (and I’m picky about keeping it cohesive with the way I document your day). If you already have a videographer, I’m happy to collaborate and make sure we’re not stepping on each other’s coverage.

If you want motion but don’t want a full production feel, this is where Super 8 can be really special—especially for family moments.

Both, intentionally.

I choose the medium based on the moment, the light, and the pace of the day. Film brings a softness and depth I love, while digital allows flexibility in lower light or fast-moving situations. The final gallery is cohesive—never split or disjointed.

Do you shoot film or digital?

Absolutely—and thoughtfully.

I work closely with planners (or directly with you, if needed) to make sure the flow of the day supports how you want it to feel. That means building in breathing room, protecting meaningful moments, and being realistic about light, transitions, and energy—not rushing you through your own wedding.

Do you help with timelines?

Always.

I believe great work happens when everyone is aligned. I communicate openly with your planner and vendor team so things run smoothly and respectfully—behind the scenes, without adding noise to your day.

Will you work with our planner & other vendors?

No. It’s the norm.

Almost every couple tells me this. You don’t need to know how to pose or perform. I pay attention to how you naturally interact—how you stand close, how you touch, how you settle into each other—and guide things in a way that feels natural, not staged. You’ll never be asked to become someone else.

we are awkward in front of the camera - is that a problem?

is there anything you need from us to get the best photos?

Trust—and presence.

You don’t need to perform, plan every moment, or worry about how things look. The best images come when you let yourself be where you are, with the people you love. I’ll take care of the rest.

Should we make a shot list?

For family formals, yes—that’s genuinely helpful.

For the rest of the day, I don’t need a long Pinterest checklist. What I do want is this:

any sensitive family dynamics I should know about
any heirlooms / meaningful details (letters, jewelry, gifts)
any “this matters a lot to me” moments (a grandparent, a tradition, a private vow exchange)

That gives me what I need to document the day with intention without turning your wedding into a to-do list.

For local weddings, I arrive with enough buffer to be settled and ready before coverage begins.

For destination and multi-day events, I plan to arrive early enough to account for travel delays and to walk through the space before things start. If there are multiple locations or events, we’ll build arrival into the plan so nothing feels rushed.

when will you arrive to our wedding location?

This is where experience matters.

Weddings rarely go exactly as planned—and that’s okay. I’m used to adjusting calmly, problem-solving quietly, and keeping things moving without adding stress. If something needs handling, I’ll step in. If it doesn’t, I’ll stay out of the way.

what happens if something unexpected comes up?

Then we adapt—and keep going.

Some of my favorite work has come from days that didn’t follow the forecast. We’ll have backup plans, flexibility, and the mindset to work with what unfolds instead of fighting it.

What if it rains?

what happens if you cant show up due to an emergency?

This is rare—but I take it seriously enough to plan for it.

If something truly unavoidable happened, you would not be left scrambling. I have a trusted network of professional photographers I can call on, and I would coordinate the replacement coverage quickly and transparently. If you weren’t comfortable moving forward with a replacement option, we would discuss next steps clearly and fairly.

The short version: you’re protected, and you’re not alone in it.

If any of this resonates, that usually tells me we’ll work well together.

Over the years, I’ve learned that the way a wedding day is planned directly affects how it feels — and how it’s remembered. I’ve written a few thoughtful guides to help you slow things down, feel more present, and make choices that actually support your experience.

If you’re the kind of couple who wants to think a little deeper..