Frequently Asked Questions
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How long have you been shooting? I picked up a camera in Summer 2014 and have been in business since Summer 2019! Weddings Are Receiving The Oscar hehe!
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What are your Policies for Booking? See Booking Policies.
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Sneak Peeks turnaround time? Weddings I allow myself up to 10 days! All Other Photoshoots Are Same-Day!
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Gallery turnaround time? Wedding Gallery delivery is 6-8 weeks, Engagements and Other Photoshoots are within a couple weeks!
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How do I book you? All photoshoots require a non-refundable retainer to book. 8 Hours or 10 Hours of Coverage require $2,000 to Book. Each come with a Contract, Invoice + Print Release PDF file. Non-Refundable Retainer needs to be paid with the Signed Contract to Book!
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Do you have a team? Nope, ridin' solo.
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What's included in FSP LLC 09 Wedding Collections? Pricing.
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Where are you based out of? West Des Moines, IA!
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How Does Travel Work? Travel varies but if its Domestic or International travel I require clients to fund those costs (including there-and-back airfare, luggage, rental car, and lodging).
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Do you help us with the wedding timeline? Yes! My clients love that I produce a timeline when I am showing up and heading home! Along with a Vendor Guide to confirm all vendors and wedding party names, as well as introducing the family shot list system!
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What if you can't make it to our wedding? If for some unforeseen reason I can't make it to your wedding (acts of God, injury, illness or death) I will automatically find a fellow photographer to take my place who I can trust to take care of you. I am contractually obligated to do this but I have never had this occur in my career. If I am not able to do this, you will be fully refunded.
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What if we need to cancel/move our shoot/wedding? The retainer fee is non-refundable for the date you book with me. If you need to rebook, we can cancel your current contract and you are more than welcome to rebook on the desired date with a new retainer paid. I have to consider turned down other weddings/sessions/work for this date to book yours.
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How do you accept payment? Payments can be made via internet through HoneyBook (debit/credit/EFT) or FSP LLC 09 accepts checks/cash.
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How many images can we expect from our wedding/lifestyle shoot/event? You receive a # of images included in each Photoshoot and then the rest are $20/image.
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What equipment do you work with? Canon R6, Sigma 35mm 1.4, Sigma 24-70mm 2.8, and Canon 50mm 1.2.
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What do we wear for photos? Neutrals! Whites, blues, khakis, blacks, maroon, olive green, cream, etc. Avoid: neons, yellows, pinks, etc.
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How do you deliver photos? Through Pic-Time where they are organized and ready for to View, Download Share, and order Prints!
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Does the photographer retain the copyright to the images? Does that mean we can share them? Yes! This means when you invest in your photographer, they (me) own the rights to every image. Depending on the session (boudoir), I will remind you that certain photos will not be released without your written consent.
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Can anyone else take photos while you're taking photos? I always request an unplugged ceremony. I understand family members or close friends wan too get that ceremony shot on their big iPad or iPhone, however if I am worrying about someone behind me or over my shoulders I won't be giving you my full attention. I also want family and friends to be fully present while you commit to loving each other forever. So asking the officiant to announce and unplugged ceremony is something to consider!
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Do you release unedited versions or the RAWs of photos? Nope.
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Can we share our images on social media? Absolutely!
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Can you shoot only our engagement if you’re unavailable for our wedding? Yes!
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Can we bring our pets? Yes!
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Do you offer discounts or freebies? The only discount I offer is in the realm of Zodiac Signs. If you are an Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18) or Gemini (May 21-June 21), you receive 10% off anything! 15% of Word of Mouth Referral, "Hey Forrest, X and Y sent me to you!"