FAQ
How many photos will we receive?
This depends! Each event is so unique in regards to hours of coverage, weather, size, venue, etc. I typically deliver anywhere from 400-800 images per wedding, although no particular amount is guaranteed.
Should we hire a second photographer?
Absolutely yes! Second photographers are perfect for capturing a variety of different angels while helping to ensure the most important moments are captured. I commonly shoot with some of my favorite colleagues in the wedding industry and have been doing so for several years now—I also have a handful of wedding professionals I love working.
Do you offer destination-wedding packages?
Absolutely yes! If I haven't made it clear I LOVE to travel and offer customized travel packages to suit your every wedding need. I’ve shot weddings in Santorini, Kauai, Banff, South Carolina, California, Northern Washington to name a few. Shoot me a message over at Book Me!
Can you shoot in different types of lighting (indoor/outdoor)?
Absolutely. I’m highly experienced with shooting at indoor or outdoor venues, in direct sunlight, at night etc. Keep in mind lighting is incredibly important for the overall outcome of an image. I depend primarily on natural light, so constructing a timeline with us will be important to determine what time of day will deliver the best light and the highest quality images. I also personally believe the best images tend to be created when shooting couples/family portraits in outdoor lighting.
What do “printing rights” mean? Does the photographer own rights to the photos?
Each client is granted “printing rights” or a print release when they receive their finished images—this means you are free to print the photos wherever you’d like and upload them to social media (remember to give credit!) However, the copyright to the photo remains with the photographer. This essentially means you cannot sell the photos or enter them into an exhibit/competition as work of your own. We also do not provide RAW images.
How long until get our photos?
You can expect to receive your photos anywhere from 4-8 weeks after the event. This varies based on the time of year and my current work load.
Where should we print our photos?
This is a wonderful question! Despite the fact that I will be providing you with high resolution images, where you print plays an important role in the overall quality and feel of your canvases/framed photos or albums. I personally love Artifact Uprising and use it for my personal printing needs as well.
Do you have suggestions for other vendors to use?
Yes! I have a handful of local wedding professionals I love to work with including local coordinators, florists, hair/makeup artists, cake designers, DJs and more. After shooting for over 10 years I know the best in the business! Snag a copy of my free GHP Mini Wedding Guide for some ideas or reach out to me!
Where can I find more information about pricing?
Go check out my Investment section!
How can we reserve you as our photographer?
You’ll need to review and sign a Grace Helen Photography contract and submit a 50% non-refundable retainer. These two components officially reserve your wedding date! Fill out my contact form here.