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Questions & answers

What we get asked on every first call, once and in writing.

Before you book

How far in advance should we book?

It varies: some couples book a year and a half ahead, some two months ahead. Our advice: as early as you can. The date is held, and so is the price, since prices go up every year.

How many photographers come to a wedding?

It depends on the package: one stills photographer and one videographer; two stills and one video; or two and two. There are also stills-only and video-only packages. The exact line-up is in the quote, per event.

Do you shoot both stills and video?

Yes, from the same team: stills and video working together all day, so nobody fights over the same frame at the chuppah, and the photos and the film share one language. Stills-only or video-only is possible too.

Can we see a complete wedding, not just highlights?

Absolutely, and we recommend asking every photographer for it. Tell us which style or venue interests you and we’ll send a full gallery.

How do we book?

Message us on WhatsApp with when and where, and you get a quote for your event. Want to go ahead? We send a short contract to sign, you pay a deposit, and the date is held. If you would like a call first, gladly. Write to us.

Do you shoot all over the country?

Yes, all over the country. Far-away places carry a travel supplement by distance and date, stated in the quote. Here are the places we have already shot at.

On the wedding day

Is there a planning meeting before the wedding?

There is no fixed planning meeting, on purpose: most things are settled in writing. A month before the wedding you get a link to a short form: the getting-ready place, contacts (a bridesmaid, a planner, social), the family list and requests, and it goes to the crew. From the day you book, we are here for any question. You can start on your own in the planner.

How long do couple photos take?

Between 45 minutes and an hour and a half, depending on your flow and the location. In summer we aim to be at the venue by 18:00: rest and food, family photos at 19:00, reception at 19:30 and the chuppah at 20:30. The planner shows how it falls on your date.

Do we have to leave for a location?

Not necessarily. A beautiful, well-lit getting-ready place is the base, and a short location on the way to the venue can be added. If the venue itself is beautiful, especially a garden venue, that is usually enough. Every venue page says whether it is worth going out.

When does the couple meet on the wedding day?

With us it is part of the day: the groom arrives at the getting-ready place, the couple meet on their own, and then the couple photos begin. That way the couple photos happen in good light, and the chuppah stays a moment for everyone.

How do family photos not take an hour?

In the round with the couple, parents and siblings only, about half an hour, then the couple is released and the photographer continues with the rest of the family. A list prepared in advance saves most of the time. Build the list here.

What if it rains?

We shoot indoors, usually at the getting-ready place, so if your date is in the rainy season, book a photogenic getting-ready place where most of the day can be photographed. Some venues suit this too. The full plan.

Is there a drone?

Yes. The videographer uses a drone for his shots: at the getting-ready place, outdoors or at the chuppah. On a package with one videographer, a drone at the chuppah has to be requested in advance: one of the stills photographers flies it and returns to stills after the walk-in.

From what time until when do you shoot?

In summer time from 14:00, in winter time from 13:00, until 01:00. On Fridays from 8:30 to 16:00. Extra hours by prior arrangement.

How important is the getting-ready place?

One of the most important things of the day. In summer the midday sun is harsh and unflattering; in winter a good getting-ready place lets us keep shooting even in rain. So: a beautiful, bright, spacious, photogenic place where most of the day can be shot. One more tip: stay in the robe until we arrive, so we capture the moment of getting dressed. Places we know.

After the wedding

How long until we get the photos?

Photos: within about a week, and at most two weeks in peak season. Video: the editor messages you to pick songs, and from the moment you do, one to two weeks for the full film, the highlight clip and the reel.

How do we receive the photos?

As a Pixieset link, sorted by category, in full quality, no code. Share with family, download, and pick album photos from there. The gallery stays open 60–90 days, so do download. The video comes as a separate link. Guests can find the gallery here too.

How does the album work?

The album is an add-on: a large album for the couple, or a set of three (the couple and both sets of parents), including design and shipping. You choose about 150 photos from the gallery for a 30-page album, and pages can be added. How it works.

What exactly do we get?

All the good photos, with no limit, in a gallery sorted by category. And in video: a full wedding film of about 90 minutes, a 4–6 minute highlight clip, and a teaser reel for Instagram. A printed album can be added.

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