How many cameras do you want at your event?

Two or more may seem obtrusive, but one cameraman can't be everywhere at once. Many people want a choice of perspectives. For example, with two cameras you can have one camera covering the bride getting ready and one covering the groom.

I have a friend with a Camcorder....

This is a lifetime deal. Let your friend enjoy the party and I have a professional to do what he knows best. Some couples don't realized just how important their event video will become until it is too late.

Should I get both services from you?

Besides a cohesive look to the final products, there are other advantages to this group effort approach. For example, two people with different agendas may jockey for position or get in each other's way. Two people who work as a team can look out for each other and keep in touch about what's happening. Another plus is that still images taken by the photographer can quickly and easily be added to the video.

What is the proper clothing I should wear for portraits?

The selection of proper clothing for your portrait is a critical factor in the preparation for a successful portrait. If the clothing is noticeable in a portrait, it could easily become a distraction... Read me

What kind of camera & film do you use?

We use a Fujifilm FinePix S3 and Fujifilm FunePix S5. These are digital cameras. We quit shooting with Film long time ago. I also have a Nikon D70 as a backup camera.

Have you ever worked with interracial couples, black and white?.. there are some lightning situations there.

The advantage of working with digital cameras is that we can correct the exposure of the picture on the spot. We can also work on the post production stage to correct any color density.
No I haven't work with a couple made of a white and black skin. But I have worked with a couples with black skin and a white dress or/and a white suit. Hard but not impossible. Picture samples

What parts of the wedding.. do you tend to find as important when taking photos.. events or reaction?

When I am taking pictures I picture myself as a sniper with a camera as a rifle. I take all as long as they are in my shooting range.

Do the 4X6 pictures come with an album? If so is it pre-arranged?

No, I don't sell albums. Or I better say, I don't resell albums. The internet is full of places where you can get your wedding album at a warehouse cost. Still if you want an album, we can look into it.

How do you identify your style?
 
It is hard to stylize wedding videography. As oppose to photography you can only set two styles, documentary and cinematography. I combine this two styles by documenting your event as they happen. I add a cinematography touch by adding music, slow motion, etc. For instance, recording the bride and groom before the ceremony will give me the oportunity of using cinematography style. Recording the ceremony, your first dance, etc... will be a documentary style where I record actual music and real background noise.

Are you a commercial studio or home-based business?
 
I am a home based studio.

Which types of videography do you offer?
 
I can say that I do 80% weddings. The rest will be devided by group concerts, video clips, commercials, and video editing for other companies.

Describe any special editing services you offer:
 
Internet Solutions, Graphics in 2D and 3D, post scoring and sound design, distribution options

Do you have lighting equipment to accomodate a more dimly-lit event?
 
For a wedding I bring on camera light.

Does the bride get to meet the videographers before the wedding?

Yes, anytime. I always expect to meet the couple in our first meeting.

How many videographers do you work with?  How many at the event?
 
My business is a family business with three family members and three more videographers available. Videographers at any event depend on the contract. My quotes are usually for one videographer. Additional videographers can be requested.

Do you book yourself for more than one wedding in a day? Weekend?
 
No I don't book myself for more than one event. My client will know before signing the contract if I will be working for them on the event day.

Do you have a replacement videographer in case you become unavailable on the wedding day?
 
Yes, however, I've never missed an event.

What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
 
I have two cameras. Two on camera lights sets, one tripod, wheels, more tapes than I am plan to use. Still, I will bring to the floor what I need. For example, if I can not use wheel ot tripod, then I won't bring them to the floor.

Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?  What type?
 
Yes, I have a Canon XL1, and a Sony HD-FX1 both are professional cameras.

What type of editing software do you use?
 
I use Final Cut Pro, DVD studio Pro on Mac. I use Pinnacle Liquid Edition for windows platform.

Do you require a meal break? If yes, do you require that the wedding party provide your meal?
 
All depend on the working hours and knowing ahead of time what to expect. I don't need you to provide me meal but it will be nice, after all couples always pick a nice plate.

How many breaks do you usually take throughout the day?
 
I set my own break rules by the rhythm of the wedding. Usually my break is sitting or standing by looking for what to shoot.

Do you charge overtime?
 
All depend, to give you an example. Last week I was hired to record a birthday party for 3 hours at a club starting at 9 o'clock. People started getting there around 10:30 11 pm. As you can see I didn't have that much footage. It wasn't my client fault neither mine. So, end up working an extra hour at my expense. In a wedding if I have everything I needed I always let you know once I reached the hours established by the contract.

Do you give access to your raw footage?
 
Yes, I can give you all raw footage for a small fee.

Do you reserve the right to use a video in the future for promotions, contests, etc.?

Yes, I do reserved all copyrights on your video. You can expect only promotion to show my work to other clients. However, if good reasons are given then we can change this by releasing all copyrights to you. Yes, another extra fee.

Is the bride involved in the editing process? If so, how much input does the bride have in editing?
 
Yes, she can be. Just expect sometime sitting with me.

How long does it take for the bride to get the video?
 
Usually two weeks if I have all the material for the video.

Is a deposit required?
 
Yes, a minimum of $100 not refundable.