Question 1

How do I book with you?

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Easy! To inquire or book my services, please fill out my contact form with all of your information (double check for accuracy).
I respond to all emails & inquires individually and I will get back to you asap in the form of an email response, so keep an eye out! 
 
*Check your emails spam folder if you haven't had a response within 72 hours.

Question 2

Do you travel for photography?

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HELL YESSSS!! I would love to travel to your dream destination (I'll pack my bags!) The good news is when you book one of my packages, all of my travel is included in the price. You dont have to stress about it, I will handle all of my own accommodations.
 
Please reach out to me through my Contact Form so we can start to discuss your vision for the big day, and any requirements we may have for your dream location. Sometimes permits can take time, so the sooner we nail down the perfect location that feels right to you, I will start working on making sure we are all legal and good to go for your ceremony.
 
Local travel is considered anything within 90 miles (round trip) of Central Kentucky - (zip) 40601

Question 3

Do you offer payment plans?

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Yup! Absolutely! A lot of people utilize the payment plan option to help break up the cost, but also to be able to plan for and budget their finances when it comes to how they spend their money for their elopement. 
Reach out for information on payment plans!

THE MOST COMMON PAYMENT OPTIONS:
*A 30% non-refundable retainer is due at time of booking for ALL packages This fee is to reserve your date + the time and planning for creating your dream adventure! 
*all packages are subject to KY general sales tax of 6%

> Full balance at the time of booking
> 30% Non-refundable retainer due at booking + 4 additional payments
> 30% Non-refundable retainer due at booking + 3 additional payments
> 30% Non-refundable retainer due at booking + 2 additional payments

*Final payments are due 1 month prior to scheduled event

Question 4

Do you welcome LGBTQ+ couples?

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Absolutely! All love stories are welcome, encouraged, and accepted here. People of all sizes, shapes, colors, and religions are invited to find a spot, take a seat, and stay awhile. Every human is unique and has an original beauty to bring to this world, one that no two humans share. I want to help you see yourself the way I see you—perfectly YOU!

Question 5

How long until I receieve my images back?

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For most Weddings + Elopements my average delivery time is 8 weeks. Sometimes sooner!
Sneak peeks are delivered within 72 hours after the event!

These are typical turn around times - Life occasionally does happen, but I will always do my best to work within these time-frames and communicate with you the whole way should I be behind at all!

Question 6

About how many images should I expect to receive?

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I believe in giving you  all of the good images I capture from our time together! I will typically go through and get rid of any duplicate, blurry images, or photos with peoples eyes close, (only the ones you for sure DO NOT want!) But the rest are yours! You can typically expect about 70-75 images or so per hour as a general guide.

Question 7

Do I receive the rights to my images?

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Yes! All of my clients receive the usage rights with your photos. This covers the printing of your images, and using them on your personal social media accounts & sharing with family.
 
As the business owner and creative, I reserve my copyright to the images I take - Which just means you cannot post/use/print etc. my photos for commercial or personal use and say that you took them!

In all cases, giving appropriate tagging credit when sharing is simply enough. If you wish you use your images in a different capacity - please reach out for appropriate usage rights and/or commercial use forms!

Question 8

Do you give RAW or unedited images?

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I do not give clients the Raw or Unedited copies of their images. This is to protect my creative style/professional and intellectual property as well as the overall visual integrity of my work.
 
I will provide you with all of the great images we capture during our time together, fully edited and in accordance with my style and current skill level.

Question 9

I'm awkward in front of the camera. What should I do with my hands?

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I totally get it! Just be yourself and engage in the activities, and soon you'll forget all about the camera. It's going to get awkward, so let's clear that up right away! I'm 100% here for you, so try not to worry. The unplanned and chaotic moments while you're laughing or being silly with your partner create the real magic in your photos. That's what makes your images the most genuine, and I prefer it that way! I'll give some light instructions but will let you and your partner be in the moment and intimate. We can listen to music, embrace the silence, or whatever speaks to your soul. If you have specific poses in mind, let me know ahead of time so I can make this the best experience possible for you!

Question 10

Do you use photoshop on images?

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I want to answer this question upfront and honestly, so you know exactly what to expect with my editing.
 
The simplest answer is, if its something that will go away, or resolve itself within a 2 week period (i.e scratches, blemishes, bruises) I will absolutely edit these or smooth them out. However, birthmarks, moles, scars; (permanent features) I do not touch, nor will I remove these!
 
If you request advanced editing for any such needs, there is an additional cost for specialized editing of these images.
 
Mostly I answer this question to avoid the typical requests from "Uncle Bob" suggesting that I add more hair to his head - or the sister in law requesting to make her slimmer! 
I simply do not offer that type of editing.
 
I work primarily within Lightroom, which is meant to enhance the photo - not change it!

Question 11

Is an engagement session necessary?

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Yes, you absolutely do! Think of it as a practice run for your wedding day. You'll want to go into your wedding day looking and feeling like a rockstar, and this gives us the chance to get comfortable with each other before the big day. You'll get your engagement photos back and think, "Damn, we look GOOD!" That's the attitude you should have going into the best day of your life!

Question 12

What if I have never planned an event like this before...?

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Great News! I can help you! Fortunately, Ive attended many weddings, and planned 2 of my own (to the same man, thanks 2020) Im no wedding planner but I can certainly help get you on the right track with vendors, venues & assistance with planning the perfect timeline for your big day.
 
We can chat more about what aspects of your wedding mean the most to you, what you want captured & the feelings you want to remember. We will focus on what makes this day the most special for you and your partner! Its my job to help ease the stress of wedding planning by knowing what comes next. 
 
If you're eloping, I can help you navigate picking your dream location and any permits/ reservations you may need (most national parks will require permits) We can hop on a call or go for coffee and discuss your vision and desires for your intimate ceremony.
 
Lets get planning!

Question 13

What if I need to reschedule my session?

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Let me know as soon as possible! I understand that life happens and things can be unpredictable. As a wife and mom, I totally get it! I allow one rescheduled date per booking, so no worries. Any additional reschedules will require a new booking fee to reserve the date and time.

Question 14

What if there is bad weather?

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Bring on the "bad" weather! Cloudy days = lots of movement in the sky, makes for great photos, trust me! Give me all the diffused, moody lighting possible! Kentucky is one of those states where if you dont like the weather, wait 5 minutes and it will change! 
Being able to roll with it is part of the charm, in my opinion! I always bring my clear umbrellas!
 
Now, if there is a tornado, flood, hurricane or some other type of truly crazy weather - we will take a rain check and reschedule! Safety First always!

If its not an event that can be rescheduled - I would suggest asking your location manager what their backup rain plan is for their venue/ location.

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