Q: I would like you to be the photographer for my wedding day, how do I start the process?
A:Step 1-Let’s meet then for a coffee!
Step 2- Let’s make sure we get all the details in an agreement and sign it.
Step 3-I require a 50% deposit from your package value to lock the date.
Voila! You have me as your wedding photographer!
Q: Why should I do an engagement session?
A: An engagement session is a wonderful way for us to get familiar and comfortable with each other. It is also a great way to get to know my lovely couples and understand fully what they have in mind for their wedding day.
Q: Do you travel?
A: I love to travel! (This is how I spend most of my money and vacation…)
Normally, I will arrive at least the day before the event to help make sure that unexpected travel delays will not affect the wedding day.
Q: How long have you been doing photography?
A: I started doing professional photography in 2007 and wedding photography since 2008. I have shoot over 100+ weddings and I have been the main photographer for more than 65+ weddings.
Q: Do you pay taxes?
Yes, Boraie Photography LLC is a registered business in the state of Virginia. The prices quoted in my packages will included all the taxes.
Q: Do you have insurance?
A:Yes! both ( Equipment and liability insurance)
Q: What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
A: -Two Nikon D810 body (Back-up and a prime camera)*
- Range of lenses (35mm,50mm, 85mm, and 24-70mm)
- Plenty of external flash SB900
- Tons of memory cards and back-ups (an average wedding is 50 GB of memory)
*Back-up equipment/ camera is crucial in case of malfunction. Your wedding only happens once! I also record my files to two cards to make sure every single memory is safe.
Q: What kind of lighting style do I prefer?
A: I prefer natural lighting throughout the day until the party starts or it gets dark.
Q: Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
A: Yes, and I encourage couples to hire an additional second photographer if the wedding is more than 100 guests.
Q:How many photos do I get?
A:Normally I deliver between 400-700+ edited and retouched images per wedding. It really depends the length of the event and if you choose to hire a second photographer.
Q:When are photos delivered?
A: Selected pictures will be edited and retouched and send back to you within 6-7 weeks from the day of the wedding.
Q: Will the edited images be available for viewing online?
A: Yes, you will have access to an online private gallery for 10 years with all the wedding pictures to download and print.
Q: Do I have rights to print?
Yes, you will have the rights to print all your picture on your own or through our private gallery.
Q: Can you describe your photography style in three words?
Creative- Artistic - Photojournalistic.