"The bitterness of poor quality lingers long after the sweetness of low cost is forgotten".
Our photo coverage is perfect for those wanting something simple, professional, of the highest quality, and affordable.
We shoot in a storytelling progression throughout the ceremony and portrait session which creates a logical visual presentation of your event. This makes for effortless and relaxed posing and allows for a comfortable and deliberate flow for your imagery.
Unlike most website photographers, we don't process photos "in-camera" using the camera algorithm. Instead, we shoot "RAW" files which requires that each file be manually processed to our interpretation of the optimum color balance, contrast, exposure, and other parameters to produce the best image under all lighting conditions.
What is a "Certified Professional Photographer"?
Our experienced and award-winning photographer, "Charlie" has earned "Certified Professional Photographer" status awarded by the Professional Photographers of America.
How can we tell what you show is what we'll get?
As you might imagine, entire websites have been sold and re-sold to new owners over the years consequently, you never know if what you see is from the actual photographer shooting your photos. Charlie has been our photographer since the start and all of the photos you on our website is from him. You're gonna get what you see on our website.
Do we get paper prints?
No, we do not do prints. We don't understand any website that offers prints instead of full-size files. Receiving photo files is the only way to go.
What are Hi-Res JPEG photo files?
They are high resolution JPEG files produced after our custom "RAW" processing. These JPEG files will allow you to make your own high-quality photo prints from the smallest size and up 40x60 and larger possible.
How many photos do we get?
Our package offers a specific amount. You can order (ALL) photos when you book or add more photos after the ceremony.
How many photos do you shoot?
We average up to 100+ for a couple and definitely more than enough to give a good variety and selection of images to choose from.
Do we select our own photos?
Yes. You will do this using our WebPhotoGallery.
What is a WebPhotoGallery?
This is a personal website for viewing and selecting your photos. It will be uploaded within 1-3 days after the ceremony. It'll show all the photos except, those which we shot for exposure or other tests and/or photos where there is a better selection. We remove blinks if there is a better similar shot. The gallery will be available for (30) days and can be remade and re-posted for an additional fee. Each photo will have a copy-protection watermark unless, you pre-order (ALL) the photos and no watermark will be present.
How do we get our photos?
After you've emailed us your selections, we'll upload your photos to our file transfer service. Your photos will be available for download for (30) days thereafter, it can be uploaded again for an additional fee.
How long do you store photos?
We like to store files until there's no room to usually, a couple years but, we are only liable to hold your photo files for (30) days after we send out your WebPhotoGallery. We are technically not an archive service.
Can we get our photos on a USB stick or DVD disk?
Our service prices are specifically for the download of photo files. We can use other media you request. The media and postage cost will be additional.
Can our family and guests take photos and video?
Yes, we allow guests to take photos and video during the ceremony as long as it does not interfere with our minister and photographer.
Note: Any non-ODWS professional or a person acting as such, will not be allowed to photograph at the ceremony site until, all of our services are completed unless, you have a "minister-only" package.
Can we get different style of photography than on your website?
The style you see is what Charlie does. It's predictable, repeatable, and we do it every time no matter the weather, location, time, or lighting conditions. That's what a "professional" does, get's the job done!
Can we requests shots?
Yes but, all photos taken are at the sole discretion of the photographer. He will not agree to anything dangerous or inappropriate in a public setting.
Can the ceremony or photos be at another spot?
Ceremony and photo spots are selected specifically to allow us to perform the most successful event given the weather, location, and time. We avoid areas with a history of being unsafe or problematic. With that said , we will give you a choice if available.
If we have a ceremony close to sunset, will we get sunset photos?
Yes, as long as it's within the hour of coverage we provide. If you're thinking of sunset, let us know so, we can schedule your ceremony time appropriately. Note: We cannot shoot into the sun and use the sunset as a background for ceremonies, it's just too bright.
Do you "fix" and/or "edit" photos?
We process each individual photo to our interpretation of the optimum color balance, contrast, and exposure. We try to remove small distractions, helicopters, planes, birds, and people in the background, if we can. Note: None of the photos on our website have been fixed or "Photoshopped" other than using our normal processing explained above.
Copyright
We'll include a PDF of a copyright release for personal use which allows you to use your photos for making prints and sharing your photos for non-commercial usage. As is normal photography practice, we retain all copyright privileges.
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