Wedding Photography FAQ

How much time should I schedule for photographs?
The ball is in your court for scheduling. We recommend at least an hour for images of bridal party and bride & groom. The more time you schedule, the more images of yourselves alone that you’ll receive. It’s ideal to schedule photographs of Bride & Groom just before sunset. However, if you are unable to commit to that length of time, a bridal session can supplement timing-issues.

What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism, Portraiture

What do your packages include?
Albums, Custom Graphic Design, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Canvas Prints, Wrap Prints, Digital Negatives, Prints, Proof CD of All Images.

Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Yes! We’re very adaptive to any lighting situations. We’ve shot everywhere from blistering 100 degree sun at noon to 40 degree mid-night engagements.

Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital

How many photographers do you work with?
Doerman Photography includes two photographers at every wedding: Michael & Britanie!

Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes. Unlike some other companies who hire associates to shoot weddings for them, Doerman Photography will include me, Michael Doerman.

Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Never. You have me for your entire wedding day.

What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Cameras, Lenses, Flash, Strobe. All top-of-the-line, professional equipment.

Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Absolutely.

Do you charge hourly or full day?
Full day.

Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
We shoot your entire wedding day. No additional hours are necessary.

What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Yes, meals are nice. We like to eat and, typically, we produce better imagery when we’re not starving. :)

Do you charge for travel?
Depends how far. We have no problem traveling 50miles; however, we have traveled to Seattle, Chicago, Savannah, etc. Arrangements for travel can be negotiated.

How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
We do not offer proofs – we simply give you the images. These are typically available 1-3 weeks after your wedding day.

What kind of albums do you offer?
We offer a wide range of pages and sizes. 20 page to 60 page. 8×8 to 12×12.

When will the client get the final album?
Roughly a month from the wedding date; give or take with shipping and working with our vendors.