Will I receive a disc of all original, high-resolution images?
Yes! My approach is that you are paying me for time and skill, both behind the camera and in processing your images. So it's important to me that I give you the freedom to print your pictures when, where and how you please (at no additional charge.)
Please allow 2-3 weeks after the completion of your wedding event for your pictures to be posted online – once you've approved the proofs, please allow another week to receive the disc(s).
Where and when will I be able to view my photos after the wedding?
Please allow 2-3 weeks after the completion of your wedding event for the full gallery of all wedding pictures to be posted. Once finished (I'll contact you promptly) simply go to prints.chrisaram.com and select your gallery(ies). You can proof your photos and also share this link with family and friends for ordering. All orders are processed through the professional labs that I partner with; in addition to incredible products of the highest quality, I have also chosen to partner with them for the excellent customer service.
Do I need a second photographer?
I am obviously only in one place at any one time. Though I move quickly and attempt to anticipate everything as it unfolds, electing a second photographer simply provides another experienced camera to capture the many moments of your special day. For those that love pictures and want as many to choose from as possible, this can prove a worthwhile investment and I do recommend it!
When we hire you, are we actually hiring you?
Yes, you're hiring me – not an assistant, intern or my cousin who just bought a Rebel and likes photography. If you opt to hire a second photographer, you're hiring an additional photographer whose work I feel is up to my professional standards and who I work well with.
How would you describe your style?
What is your retouch policy?
Let's face it; zit happens. While Photoshop has its limits, I am generally able to retouch blemishes and the like for up to 100 pictures of your choosing at no cost. Should you elect to purchase an album(s), any photos printed in the album will likewise be retouched to the extent reasonably possible.
What differentiates your work?
Aside from my photographic style, I pride myself on prompt and reliable customer service. This is *huge* to me and is absolutely core to the way I do business. I take great pride in treating your wedding as if it was as important as my own. I communicate with you throughout planning stages to ensure that you will receive exactly the pictures and services you want and am always a phone call away.
I am personable and easy to work with, offer a no-pressure, “a la carte” approach to pricing, am insured (in the very unlikely event of a problem) and I carry plenty of backup equipment to ensure that there won't be any unpleasant surprises!
Finally, I'm passionate about wedding photography and dedicated to being the best that I can possibly be. I hope it's obvious that I love what I do and that I am enthusiastically committed to providing you with outstanding photography that you will be proud of for generations to come.
How did you get into wedding photography?
How many pictures can I expect to receive?
I prefer quality to quantity, but I shoot for both. Though quantity can vary based on a couple of things, I generally average about 150-200 pictures an hour.
Can I post my photos to Facebook?
Absolutely! A small link/photo credit is appreciated but not required.