FAQs

  • what does the price include for couples, portraits and family sessions?

    pricing for my packages includes the session's time, editing, a print release and a downloadable e-gallery.

    Transportation and taxes are additional to the package prices.

  • why do you charge so much?

    Considerations for fees that the photographer accumulates include equipment upgrades, software subscriptions, domain fees, website upgrades, second shooters, client meetings, administrative time and education to name a few. Photographers often don't set rates "hourly" but instead take all above fees into account when creating a standard session rate.  

  • what kind of editing do you do?

    the sessions prices include BASIC touch ups that I define as minor tweaks, spot correction, fixing of a fly-away hair or two or any minor blemish that that are distracting. Keeping in mind that this is with the judgement of me editing the photos at an individual picture basis. If you are looking for edits that are beyond the "basic" mentioned above, the cost would be $35 per image. 

  • what locations and dates are you booking now?

    currently, I’m booking for 2023 for both San Francisco and Toronto!

  • how many photos would I receive after the session?

    the number of photos are tied to the length of the session. I deliver 15 edited photos per hour, excluding weddings. For weddings, the *estimate* amount is 50 photos per hour of coverage. 

  • what do I wear for our session?

    i tend to keep to up to you as the photos should represent who you are. I am always there to provide help in planning your outfits (i.e. with colours etc.) if needed. Usually dark tones and neutral colours are ideal for most outdoors and studio sessions (think navy, maroon, blacks, whites). 

  • can I bring a family member along for the session?

    if bringing a family member or significant other is going to put your mind at ease and help you be more comfortable, then yes absolutely bring them along! 

  • do I meet you in person to sign the contract?

    only if you want to! For portrait, couples and family sessions, I send contract digitally through Agree.com that lays out all the terms and conditions (also listed here!) and the details about your session. For weddings, I draft a pdf contract that you can sign in person or digitally :) 

  • when would I receive my photos?

    for all sessions excluding weddings, you can expect the photos to be delivered between 21 to 30 business days. Wedding photos are delivered within 3 to 4 months.

  • what packages do you have for weddings?

    wedding packages built by the hours of coverage that you require and if you require second shooter coverage. My most commonly requested packages are listed on the Investment Page. To add, I do also can create a customized quote for your special day! 

    let's meet for coffee or schedule a Zoom call to determine what would best fit your big day!