I am on a project where the builder, architect, and designer all need photography can we split a package? All my shoots are based on pricing for one company to have the usage rights. Images remain the property of the photographer and cannot be shared with other people for commercial purposes including portfolio use without permission. Other companies can either purchase usage rights after the shoot on a per image basis of $15 per image (bulk discounts may be available). Or if you know at the time of booking, you can purchase a Usage Right Add-on for another company for $100. This must be done at the time of booking and is not transferable.

I have a listing that I need photography for and need them fast, do you offer quick turn around real estate photography services? I do not. Most budget friendly real estate photographers do several shoots a day and batch edit the shoots to get them back to you quickly. I am a perfectionist and I started doing photography for my attention to detail and love for beautiful spaces. I do not batch edit, but instead take my time blending 10+ exposures of the same images to get a well balanced image with minimal harsh shadows and highlights. For this reason, our minimum turn around time is one week.

Why do I have to book so far ahead of time? I only do photography part-time and spend an extensive amount of time editing. For this reason, I only take one shoot a week. So it is always best to reach out and give me a heads up if there is a space you would like for me to photograph.

Does your photography services include staging or moving furniture around for the shoot? Our services include photography only. It is up to the client to prepare the home prior to our arrival. For liability reasons, we will not move furniture, turn on gas fixtures, etc. Their are so many factors we have to think about at each shot (composition, lighting, camera settings, reflections, etc.) that it is hard for us to point out distracting items, but we will do our best. 

Will shoot tips be provided to help prepare the space? Yes, once the booking agreement has been signed a PDF of shoot tips will be emailed to you to help prepare for the shoot. It is up to you how much of the advice you would like to take.

What is a twilight/dusk appointment and will I also get daytime exterior options? All of our packages are based on a daytime appointment. You have the option to add on a twilight appointment. The best lighting of the day occurs one hour before sunset. This typically occurs after our work hours and is a much longer shoot, which is why we charge the add-on.. When we arrive to the appointment we will first take daytime exterior images, then inside shots, and then about 15 minutes after sunset we will take twilight exterior images. This will showcase the properties lighting with a subtle sunset sky. For an option add-on we will stay for the dusk portion, which begins right after twilight. The dusk exterior shots will give you a deep blue sky.

Why are the windows blue in some of the interior shots in the gallery? Twilight shoots tend to leave a blue hue coming in through the windows. Many of our clients refer us to leave tit this way, as it is a feature specific to twilight shoots. However, if you prefer we can edit this to look more realistic but need to know ahead of time.

How many options will I select from if I purchase the Client Selection add-on? The number of options depend on the package ordered and size of the space. The longer the session time the more options you will have to choose from, but here is an average: Mini Package ~40 options, Standard Package ~75 options, and Expanded Package ~100 options.

Difference between proof vs. full edit? The options gallery will include all the proofs from your session if you choose to add this on. The proofs are all the usable images from your session and the number will vary based on your session time. These proofs have only been edited to include global adjustments (exposure, white balance, and crop). Keep in mind the proof is a single image, when we edit your full edits we combine 10+ exposures to get the best quality.

Can I select more than the allowed package images for full edits? Yes, with any package you may order more than the quantity listed under your package at $20 per additional image.  The reason for the per image price, is it takes me anywhere from 30-60 minutes to edit a single image.

Why is there an add-on for weekend and twilight appointments? I left my full time job as a scientist to be a part-time photographer to allow me to spend more time with my family and to live life to the fullest. Therefore, my base prices are for daytime, weekday appointments. I initially wasn't going to do twilights or shoots over the weekend, as it would take up prime family time. But know sometimes peoples schedule require this. So I will shoot over the weekend or during twilight hours with an add-on.