FAQ

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

When will we be able to see our pictures?

You will be able to view all your wedding photos online in about a week. After your picture selection you should receive your prints in approximately 4 weeks.

How does photo selection for the album work and how do we know what it will look like before it is printed and bound, and when will we receive it.

You can pick 30 of your favorites, and I’ll do the rest. 

 Once the design is ready, you will be able to see the layout on my web site where you will can browse each page as it will be in the book. Depending on the wedding season, it can take up to six months to receive your completed storybook/coffee table album.

Do you travel outside of the Houston area for wedding coverage?

Yes. I do travel. There are usually no travel costs unless your location is more than 1 hour away,  please contact me and I will be happy to give you a customized quote.

What is “Online Proofing Galleries “?

Online proofing is a service that I provide through my website. You will be able to view all of your wedding photos there. From this web site your friends and family can view the entire wedding and order any prints they may want.

Do you shoot digital or film and what type of equipment do you use? Can digital still make large prints?

I currently only shoot in digital format using Canon professional equipment. I feel that there are many technical advantages to digital over film in the way I use it and I love the control I have over the output quality of my images. I typically print anywhere from wallet to poster sized (20×30″) prints from my digital images. I have no qualms about the quality or detail I get from my images. Please contact me with any questions regarding larger prints than listed on our web site or any special print requests.

Do we make payments or pay the full amount at contract signing? What types of payment do you accept?

You can certainly pay the full coverage fee at the time you return a signed contract. However, I understand that a payment plan can be of added value and convenience to you. If you choose to pay in installments, as stated in my contract, I ask that $500 is paid at the time of the contract signing. This amount is a non refundable retainer that assures that I reserve the date for your wedding and any other inquiry for that date is refused. The second payment of one third of the total cost is due 90 days before the wedding, with the final one third due two weeks before the wedding. I accept cash, personal checks and money orders. I also accept Credit Cards. Credit Card payment is available thru Paypal.

Do you photograph any posed formal pictures or work from a shot list?

I’m happy to work with you on the formals/group shots that you may want, however my approach to formals/group shots is short and sweet (approximately 20-30 minutes) as this allows you more time to be with your guests and enjoy your wedding day. I do not work from specific shot list. Since I make every effort to document the entire day, I find that shot lists are unnecessary.

Do we have to pay for our negatives? And, what does it mean when your contract states that you retain the copyrights to the images?

The CD of high resolution negatives is  included with most packages.

Retaining copyright is basically stating that according to United States copyright law, all images taken by a professional photographer are copyrighted by that photographer who owns all rights to them. {17 USC 106.}

Since I hold the copyrights to all images captured, you will not be allowed to use the images or negatives for any reason other than private personal use.

You may not re-sell the images to any individuals, nor use them in any commercial venture in which you might get paid for use of the photographs. It means you may not alter the photographs in any way without specific written permission from me.

If you place images on any website where the general public has access to, these images must retain my logo as an identifier. All digital files are tagged with identifiers that are searchable on the internet. Placing photos without express written permission is a violation of this copyright and legal action can be pursued.

What if I want an item that is not included on your packages/pricing page?

If you don’t see an item in my package/pricing page that you’d like me to include, please don’t hesitate to call me at 281.961.3053 or email me at janet@rainydayphotos.com and let me know.