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Questions About The Wedding Day
Are you comfortable photographing indoors and outdoors?
Yes, we are. Photography is capturing light, in all forms. We love to use every type of light to create a consistent look throughout our work. Whether we are outdoors in a forest, or a grand ballroom, we are intentional about all of the light we bring into our cameras.
Do you travel for destination or international weddings?
Yes, we love to travel for weddings. While most of our weddings are in Southern California or the Pacific Northwest, we have shot weddings all over the United States and internationally.
What if it rains on our session or wedding day?
I highly recommend keeping your session whether rain or shine. There are many benefits to photographing in all types of weather, and it can also be an unexpected pleasure to have a session that is unique to you. Whatever your preference, we will offer to either reschedule or shoot in the rain.
Should I have a First Look?
Yes, we recommend having one if your ceremony is in the afternoon. There are many benefits to a first look!
Click here To Read Our Featured Blog: Should I Have a First Look at my Wedding
Do you have liability insurance?
Absolutely! We want to make sure that your venue, our team, and our clients are all protected.
How many photographers do I need at my wedding?
We highly recommend having two shooters at any wedding. There are many reasons to consider hiring a second shooter, but the main reason is to have more of your wedding day covered. We especially recommend having a second shooter if your guest count is over 45.
Have you shot at my venue?
I have photographed weddings at over 100 venues so there is a good chance that I have photographed at your venue, but when it comes down to it, it is less about knowing the venue and more about your photographer knowing how to find and create good lighting and how to use the environment to create eye-catching frames. I always arrive early to prepare for any wedding so you can be confident that I will know your venue and you will get great photos!
What Do I Get When I Book With Sun & Sparrow?
How will we receive our images and how many will we receive?
Clients receive their high-resolution images through an online gallery that is downloadable as soon as they receive their gallery link. Sun & Sparrow delivers approximately 75 images per hired hour with one photographer and 100 images per hired hour with two photographers.
Can you provide photo retouching services?
Yes. For every small session, including engagements, families, and maternity and newborn up to 5 images can be retouched without additional cost to our client. For every wedding, we offer up to 20 simple retouching services, such as skin smoothing, face swaps or eye-opening for family photos, and minor imperfections. Pricing for additional repricing services is quoted on a case-by-case basis.
Do I receive copyrights to the photos?
You receive personal use copyrights to your photos but not corporate use. This means that while you can post on your personal social media or print images for your home, you cannot use the images for business purposes.
Will you post or share my photos online?
We love to share our work on our blog and our social media platforms. It’s a way for us to love our clients and share the hard work that all of our vendor friends have put into a wedding day. On some occasions, we love to submit our weddings to magazines and wedding blogs. However, if you prefer not to have your photos posted online, we can accommodate your privacy preferences.
Do you offer packages or à la carte pricing?
Yes, we offer both packages and a la carte pricing.
- You can create your own package with a la carte pricing, or you can add a la carte items to a pre-created collection.
Do you offer videography?
Sun and Sparrow is proud to partner with one of our favorite videography companies. For more information, Inquire with us!
Do you offer heirloom albums, prints, print boxes & canvases?
We do offer a variety of fine-art products. You can view our custom-ordered heirlooms HERE.
Wedding Photography FAQ: Securing Your Date
How can I book with Sun & Sparrow?
We would love to be a part of your story!! You may book by filling out an inquiry form HERE or by emailing Ellie@sunandsparrow.com about your desired date and time.
How far in advance do I need to book with you?
We recommend booking as quickly as you make your decision. We only take a select 25 weddings per year. All of our dates are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.
How much do you require for a deposit or retainer?
To retain our services for your wedding we require you to deposit 1/3 of your final total. When you book any other type of portrait session we require a 50% deposit.
Do you photograph non-traditional weddings?
We photograph all types of weddings! Here are a few examples of alternative wedding options.
- Elopements: An elopement is a wedding with the couple, an efficient, and possibly a witness.
- Micro-Weddings: A micro-wedding is a wedding with 25 or fewer guests and typically has a limited amount of events.
- Love Celebration – We encourage all sorts of creative love celebrations. If you want to have a fun celebration, party, or small gathering, we would love to be a part of your story. Send us your ideas and we can create an amazing celebration together!
Environmental Values
Photographing outdoors
We encourage our clients to keep our photography locations clean and to respect any neighbors or residents (humans, plants, or animals). Take only pictures, leave only footprints.
Photographing in neighborhoods
When we photograph in neighborhoods or open trails we are guests. We strive to be aware of the plants and animals that live in any environment so we do not trample on hidden homes or protected plants. We bring minimal items to any location and pack out anything we bring, including garbage, flowers, and furniture.
Props
We allow clients to bring props to elevate their photos. However, we do not allow the following items:
1. Any pyrotechnics, including unpermitted fireworks, candles, or smoke makers.
2. Confetti of any kind that can not be completely cleaned up
3. Any props that will destroy property or natural environments.
Outdoor Safety
Safety is our highest priority. Please be aware of potentially hazardous situations. We always look out for dangerous animals, insects, or reptiles for safety. We also want to be aware of any place where we might fall from a high location. Please be mindful and use discretion when choosing locations to photograph. We want everyone to be safe while having fun.
Sun & Sparrow, Wedding Photography FAQ
