Q: What do I wear at my portrait session?
A: Clothing is worn typically in solid and neutral colors. This way your portrait remains timeless, and the clothing doesn't distract the viewer from your expressions. However it is your portrait so it is really up to you.
Q: How many clothing changes in my senior or modeling session?
A: Because of time restraints, please only bring two changes of clothes for an hour session. One extra change of clothing for a half-hour session. Engagement and family sessions do not require a change of clothes.
Q: If my event lasts longer than expected, will you stay?
A: Yes, when Amber's contracted time ends, you will have the may add on more time and will be invoiced the next week.
Q: Do you have backup equipment?
A: Yes, We photograph with all Nikon Professional equipment and have plenty backup equipment should we need it.
Q: How many years has Amber been photographing?
A: Amber has been photographing weddings and families since 2008. She has photographed over 100 weddings and a 1000 families. Before that she spent one year as a baby photographer and three years as a photo journalist.
Q: How long does it take, after our wedding day, to see our images?
A: The editing process takes approximately 4-5 weeks. We will let your know when they are ready to view.
Q: Can our guests order prints of images if they want to?
A: Yes, the private online gallery will let them pick any images they would like to order.
Q: Do we get a copy of all of our images from you?
A: Digital color-corrected copies will be put on a cd. However you may order retouched prints as well.
Q: Do we get the RAW, unedited images?
A: You will receive all of the final edited images that are located in your online gallery. We use our editing experience and expertise to edit down the images to a solid body of work. You can expect anywhere between 600-1200 final images based on the amount of time we spend at your wedding. In efforts to protect our creative intent, we do not include any outtakes. You can expect between 30 and a hundred images for portrait sessions depending on the amount of hired time.
Q: Is Amber the only photographer, or will someone else be photographing my wedding?
A: Amber is always the main photographer when shooting a wedding. She may have a second or third photographer based on the size of your wedding.
Q: Do I need a second photographer?
A: Having a second photographer accompany Amber at your wedding allows for more coverage to be documented and alternative angles. For example, if Amber is shooting the ceremony with a wide angle, then her second photographer will be shooting the ceremony close up. Any wedding with 100 guests or more will require a second photographer. Second photographers are optional for intimate weddings and may not be necessary. Inquire with us to find out which option is best for you.
Q: Can we give you a list of images we want you to take?
A: Sure, but due to the nature of weddings, we cannot guarantee that every single one will be photographed. Additionally, if Amber is given a large list of must have shots, it will tend to shift her focus on your list instead of documenting moments as they unfold naturally.
Q: What is your photographic style?
A: Amber's photographic style is editorial, high fashion, and classic. The body of work she produces consists of a mixture of candid and stylized moments. Of course she listens to your input on the style that reflects YOU the most.
Q: Can you hold my wedding date for me?
A: Amber Wilkes Photography books quickly. Reservations are first come, first serve, therefore, Amber is unable to hold dates without a retainer and signed contract.
Q: If we decide to go with you as a photographer, when should we book you?
A: Couples typically reserve Amber's services 8-12 months in advance. Popular months during the Spring and Fall tend to book up quicker. If youre ready to reserve Amber Wilkes Photography as your photographer, we advise to act sooner than later.
Q: Do we need to feed you and your staff at the wedding reception?
A: Amber and her team work very hard on wedding day very little to no time to stop and eat. A meal is very much appreciated.
Q: Do you offer discounts for off-season or non-saturday weddings?
A: Each wedding reserved with Amber Wilkes Photography receives equal amounts of time, photography expertise, and post-production, therefore, no discounts are offered for off-season or non-saturday weddings.
Q: What is the difference between a retouched and un-retouched image?
A: The difference between a retouched image and a non-retouched image is often over-looked. All images from your session will be color-corrected and cropped but retouched images can be purchased additionally. Retouching can include many things such as smoothing wrinkles, brightening eyes and teeth, adding contrast, or taking things out of the background etc. Please refer to THE RETOUCHED IMAGE.