FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
New York City, New Jersey & Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer
How would you describe your photography style?
Documentary, with one governing rule: it's your wedding, not a photo shoot. Your number one job is to enjoy your day — mine is to document it.
Some couples assume great photos require constant interruption: posing, directing, stopping the day to get the shot. I believe the opposite. The best photographs are the undisturbed ones — real laughter, real tears, the small moments people share with each other when nobody else is watching. Which means the more you're actually enjoying your day, the better your gallery gets. My job is to see those moments coming, and capture them.
That instinct comes from photojournalism, where I spent the first three years of my career. But the way I see a room owes as much to editorial photography: I care about light, about unusual angles and perspectives, about a composition that holds up on a wall years from now. Where I do step in — family portraits, the two of you at golden hour — I work quickly and with intent, then get out of the way.
Capturing your most timeless memories without disturbing the moment. That's the whole thing.
Who will be my wedding photographer?
I personally photograph every wedding I book. When a collection includes a second photographer or cinematographer, I lead the team on the day.
How long have you been in business? How many weddings have you photographed?
I've been photographing weddings since 2008 and have photographed over 600 weddings.
What do your collections cost?
Collections start at $5,000, and full pricing is published on my Pricing page — no forms, no waiting on a PDF.
What does full wedding day coverage mean?
It means I don't sell you a clock. Coverage runs from getting ready through the end of the reception — I've photographed an Indian wedding from a 7 a.m. getting-ready to an 11 p.m. reception end, sixteen hours. Coverage concludes by midnight, since there's often another couple the next day; later hours are available by arrangement.
How many pictures will we receive?
At least 500 edited images for a full wedding day, often well over 1,000 with a second photographer or multi-day coverage. I don't set a limit — the number depends on your day, your guest count, and how much is happening. What I can promise is that everything in your gallery earned its place; you won't be scrolling through ten near-identical frames of the same moment.
How long does it take to get our photos?
You'll see a sneak peek within 48 hours of the wedding. The full gallery is delivered within 60 days of final payment — and I usually beat that. Films are delivered within 120 days.
Have you shot at my venue before?
I've worked at more than 100 venues, so there's a good chance I have. If I haven't, I'll research it ahead of time and arrive early on the day for a walk-through to scout the best locations and light. I also do extensive online research prior to your big day!
My venue is very dark. How do you handle these situations?
Dark chapels and dim ballrooms are half my job. Where it's allowed, I'll set up additional lighting; where flash is prohibited, I shoot on cameras with superb low-light performance and lenses with wide apertures. Either way, it's a situation I'm in almost every weekend.
Do you edit all of our photographs?
Yes — every image you receive is fully edited.
Will we keep the digital files?
Yes. You receive every edited image at full resolution, without watermarks, through an easy-to-download online gallery, with printing rights.
Can we print our own photos or order albums?
Both. The printing rights are yours, so you're free to make your own prints and albums anywhere, forever. And if you'd rather have me do it: I design lay-flat albums from your gallery, printed on Fuji Deep Matte — linen from $250, leather from $700, with duplicate copies for parents at a reduced rate. Prints and wall art are also available directly from your gallery.
Do you shoot Engagement Sessions?
Yes. Two hours, one or two locations. For couples with a wedding collection booked, it's $400 — and it's the best rehearsal there is, since by the wedding day you'll already know what it feels like to be photographed by me. I also photograph standalone engagement sessions at $800 for couples not booking a wedding. Please contact me for details.
Do you photograph multicultural and multi-day weddings?
Often, and they're some of my favorite days on the job. What matters in a wedding with traditions is knowing when things actually happen, as opposed to when the timeline says they will — when the baraat really steps off, how long a tea ceremony runs, what happens in the ten minutes before the hora. I've photographed Hindu and Sikh ceremonies, Jewish weddings, Chinese tea ceremonies, and Nigerian celebrations for years, along with plenty of traditions that aren't on that list.
Do you photograph weekday, winter, or smaller weddings?
Yes. Weekday, winter, and smaller weddings are quoted separately — send me your date, and I'll put something together.
Can our family and friends take pictures with their cameras?
Of course, they can, and it doesn't bother me at all! I do request they not swarm the family photographs right away because I'd prefer all eyes on me in your family photos.
What equipment do you use?
Most high-performance professional full-frame cameras and high-end lenses, chosen for sharpness and low-light performance. I bring 4 cameras and 8 lenses to every wedding — backups for the backups — so an equipment problem never becomes your problem.
Can we meet before booking?
Absolutely. I'd love to meet you, walk through full galleries and albums, and help you find the collection that fits your day. Contact me to set up a consultation.
How do I reserve my date?
With a signed agreement and retainer. I take only one wedding per date, so once you've reserved yours, it's yours.
Are there travel fees?
Travel within 3 hours of New York City is included. Beyond that, travel is quoted with your proposal — tell me where, and I'll give you a number up front.
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes — and I can send a certificate of insurance directly to your venue if they require one. Most do, and it's never a problem.
I still have a few questions!
Contact me and ask away — I reply the same day.