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Have questions about working with All Occasion Photography? Find answers about booking, photography style, image delivery, timelines, pricing and what to expect for weddings, engagements, portraits, events and more throughout Syracuse and Central New York.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What’s your photography style and approach?
2. How do I book you?
3. How many images do we receive?
4. Can we request a list of shots or visual images for you to take?
5. Are you our actual photographer? Is a second shooter available?
6. Do you have backup equipment in case something fails?
7. What sets you apart and makes you different from other photographers?
8. How do you archive my images?
9. How long does it take to get my final images and are they watermarked?
10. Can I print my photographs somewhere else?
11. Can I request black-and-white photos or retouching?
12. What is your cancellation policy?
My approach to photographing events combines candid storytelling with classic portraits. I capture genuine emotions and natural interactions as they unfold, while also making time for posed portraits, group photos, and the important details that tell the story of your event.
I want you to enjoy your celebration without feeling like you're spending the entire time in front of a camera. I'll offer guidance when needed while allowing natural moments to happen, creating a collection of authentic, timeless images you'll cherish for years to come.
1. What’s your photography style and approach?
Please submit your photography request on our contact page. A signed agreement and a retainer is required to book your session. For weddings, the retainer is $500 and interest free payment plans are available to split remaining balance into manageable payments.
For portraits, showers or parties, retainer is 50% of your total. I accept PayPal, Square, all Major Credit Cards, Checks, Money Orders and Cash.
2. How do I book you?
On average, we capture between 75-100 photos per hour of coverage, and deliver 30-50 photos per hour.
Images determined to be substandard or duplicated will be edited out.
All images will be edited for correct color tone, straightened, sharpened and prepared
in high resolution JPEG for both web and print.
3. How many images do we receive?
Absolutely! I welcome your ideas, inspiration photos, and requests for important group portraits or special moments you'd like captured. Before your event, we'll discuss your priorities so I can plan accordingly and understand what's most important to you.
While I don't follow a rigid, shot-by-shot list throughout an event, I use my experience and photojournalistic approach to capture genuine moments as they naturally unfold, along with the portraits and details that matter most to you.
4. Can we request a list of shots or visual images for you to take?
I'm your primary photographer, but I also work with trusted photographers, including Mary and Kimberly, who may be available to assist as second shooters or photograph events when I'm unavailable. I would still take care of you before and after your wedding as planned.
5. Are you our actual photographer? Is a second shooter available?
Yes, I carry 2 Canon bodies, 8 lenses, 2 external flash units, and many extra memory cards and batteries.
6. Do you have backup equipment in case something fails?
With over 15 years of experience and more than 280 weddings photographed, I bring experience, preparation, and a personal approach to every client I work with. I understand that every wedding, event, and portrait session has its own priorities, and I take the time to understand what matters most to you.
Thoughtful planning is an important part of my process. Before your session or event, we'll discuss your vision, location, timeline, and priorities so I can arrive prepared and help everything run smoothly. This preparation allows you to feel confident and enjoy the experience, knowing the important details have been considered.
I believe great photography is about more than taking pictures. It's about providing a dependable, personalized experience and creating images that have lasting meaning for you and your family.
7. What sets you apart and makes you different from other photographers?
I archive all sessions for at least 5 years online via SmugMug and on 2 external hard drives.
8. How do you archive my images?
Your final images will be delivered within eight weeks of your event or session in high-resolution JPEG format, without watermarks.”
9. How long does it take to get my final images and are they watermarked?
Yes, you can print your photographs anywhere you'd like and for added convenience, you can visit my Gallery after your session to purchase prints, wall art and photo gifts via SmugMug if you choose to do so.
10. Can I print my photographs somewhere else?
Yes! All photography packages include professional editing, including standard color correction, exposure adjustments, and overall image enhancement. Black-and-white photos are also available upon request.
If you'd like additional retouching, such as blemish removal, skin smoothing or teeth whitening, these services are available for $15 per image. If you have a particular look in mind, I'm happy to discuss your ideas and let you know what's possible.
11. Can I request black-and-white photos or retouching?
If you need to cancel your booking before your event, your retainer is non-refundable. Any additional payments made toward your balance will be refunded within 60 days of cancellation.
If you need to reschedule your event, I'll do my best to accommodate your new date at no additional charge. Rescheduling is subject to availability, as previously booked events must be honored. If I'm unavailable for your new date, I'll work with you to explore the available options. Please note that the retainer remains non-refundable if we cannot accommodate the new date.
I understand that plans can change, and I'll do my best to work with you through the process.