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| Frequently Asked Questions WHY DO YOU NOT HAVE A STUDIO? Money and time. Since we are just starting our business, we have not had the opportunity to build a studio, however, it is an adventurous dream that we see a reality in the near future. WHAT ARE YOU WILLING TO PHOTOGRAPH? ARE THERE ANY LIMITATIONS? There are some things we deem vulgar and/or not acceptable to our taste. I.E., we will neither video or photo sexual acts nor anything that may be construed as harmful to humans and/or animals. We have photographed nude models, so if this is your choice, please remember to bring your identification which proves you are over the age of 21. In this case, we tentatively call it Sensual/Boudoir/Nude Photography Our favorite photography is typically photography that romanticizes and celebrates the humane form. It is often done as a gift to ones lover or just to see oneself in the best light. Boudoir photography is typically suggestive, romantic and is often shot with the model nude, semi nude or with implied nudity (but not always). Boudoir Photography is almost always done in the privacy of ones home with a very relaxed setting. Although we prefer that you have someone with you to keep you company and help you to relax, however, we are not responsible for any disturbed photos sessions. But most importantly, the person you bring with you is for your own safety. For our own security and safety, one of our staff members must always be present during the entire session. We are prepared to travel with our location lighting to the location of your choice. We LOVE to photograph animals, but make it clear as to what type of animal and the personality of your personal pet. These days it’s difficult to say ‘anything and everything’. So simply, we’re willing to try pretty much anything and everything. We say TRY because, honestly there are assignments we haven’t tackled yet, but we are more than happy to explore. Should you have an idea for a photo shoot, just ASK DO YOU PHOTOGRAPH PREGNANT WOMEN? AND IF SO, WHAT ARE THE FEES? Yes. The initial sitting fee for one individual, is $85.00, which includes 24 4x6 photographs (Add $10.00 for each additional person.) ARE YOU WILLING TO PROVIDE COMMERCIAL PHOTOS? Yes. At your discretion, all of our Commercial photos can consist of people, buildings, and/or any form of construction and is shot with a 12-mega pixel digital camera. Our Video services are available upon request. (We are more than willing to travel, however travel cost will apply to the quote.) DO YOU HAVE A PRICE LIST AVAILABLE? Yes. See below, but our complete price list is posted HERE Yes, however most of our clients take advantage of our contingency plan. Unless agreed and signed, we provide up to four hours of footage. Additionally, we show our clients all photos and if they are pleased with the results, then they pay our bargain flat rate price of $500. However, we do have rates that might be more feasible to your price range. Our Packages include, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum and Titanium and are listed as follows: BRONZE PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGE Up to 4 hours of photography, unlimited images captured One set of approximately 50 4"x6" professionally processed color proofs CD of images with rights to make personal reprints Price- Only $300.00 (***) SILVER PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGE Up to 4 hours of photography, unlimited images captured One set of approximately 100 4"x6" professionally processed color proofs CD of images with rights to make personal reprints Price - Only $500.00 (***) GOLD PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGE Our Gold Wedding Photography Package is designed for the couple starting out on life who insist on the best in professional wedding photography. The Gold Wedding Photography Package includes: Up to 4 hours of photography, unlimited images captured One set of approximately 200 4"x6" professionally processed color proofs One set of approximately 150 4"x 6" professionally processed black and white prints CD of images with rights to make personal reprints Price - Only $600.00 (***) PLATINUM PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGE The Platinum Wedding Photography Package is designed for couples who want thorough coverage of their most important day. We ensure that there is sufficient time allocated for formal family & friends group photographs, formal bridal photography, as well as full coverage of both the service and the reception. Up to 4 hours of professional wedding photography and coverage Unlimited images captured, selecting the best and supplying One set of 300 4"x6" professionally processed color proofs One set of 100 4"x6" photojournalistic style professionally processed black and white prints CD of images with rights to make personal reprints Price - Only $895.00 (***) TITANIUM PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGE We take more time to get to know you, the bride and groom and take infinite care in capturing those precious intimate moments leading up to your precious wedding. We personally know how important it is to capture the essence, the mood and feel of this special day for your special event. We slow down time, taking care to photograph those moments in your final preparations, your time spent with family and friends, sitting in front of the mirror making last minute adjustments to your makeup, hair and dress. We light your formal bridal photography with large umbrella flashes and large soft box studio location lighting, and take care to photograph the most flattering soft light. We also ensure that there is sufficient time allocated for formal family and friends group photographs, formal bridal photography, as well as full coverage of both the service and the reception. This approach leads to the most beautiful romantic bridal wedding photography. Up to 8 hours of wedding photography Full professional location lighting setup Unlimited images captured Two (2) complete sets of proofs - this allows you to create a brides wedding album as well as a parents wedding album Each Set comprises of approximately 300 4" x 6" color prints as well as approximately 100 4" x 6" black and white photojournalistic prints CD of images with rights to make personal reprints Price- Only $1,195.00 *** Prices do NOT include time that exceeds 1 (one) hour of traveling time. DO YOU REQUIRE A DEPOSIT? Yes, but not always as we do offer work on a contingency basis. All other plans require a 50% deposit of the estimated total AND is due to reserve services. The deposit is payable by cash only. The balance is due two weeks before the event or on the day of. WHAT IF I HAVE TO CANCEL. IS MY DEPOSIT RETURNED? No and yes. We do not refund deposits, but will issue a credit valid for 1 year of our services. The credit will be fully transferable so you can sign it over to someone else. WHAT TYPE OF PAYMENTS DO YOU ACCEPT? Currently, we are only able to accept cash. If you have a PayPal account, we are able to process credit card payments. If the only means of payment is via check, then go to YOUR BANK, cash your own check and render your payment to us in cash. Please note that we will CANCEL ALL SERVICES if your payment is not made prior to us rendering service. DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS? We prefer not to, but have been known to set up plans. Contact us and we’ll see what we can do. Please note that we will CANCEL ALL SERVICES if your payment is not made prior to us rendering service. ARE YOU ABLE TO PROVIDE GLAMOUR SHOTS? Yes and no. Because we do not have our own studio, your photographs may not result in the type of product to be used for movie or modeling auditions. However, after viewing our complete portfolio, you are more than welcome to determine if our services will be able to fit your needs. CAN I ADD PRINTS TO MY PACKAGE? Definitely, please see our add-on price list. Additionally, we can make a package to fit your needs. I AM FROM OUT OF TOWN. WILL YOU HELP ME MAKE OTHER WEDDING ARRANGEMENTS? If you desperately need a photograph of a facility so you can see what it looks like, we may be able to assist you. If you need us to arrange your wedding, we know caters and planners that we may recommend. However, note that they have their own contracts and payment plans and ALL are separate from ours. (Feel free to browse HERE but remember and ALWAYS NOTE, WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY SERVICE AGREEMENTS THAT THESE OTHER BUSINESSES MAY OFFER. WE ARE A SEPARATE ENTITY FROM ANY OF THE SERVICES THESE BUSINESSES OFFER AND ARE NOT A PART OF DAVIS DIGITAL DESIGNS, THE DAVIS DECREE GROUP, KEEBA OR KEEBA.ORG. WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS BAD? If the weather is bad we can keep in contact and plan a flexible schedule throughout that day. We can reschedule and/or make the best of the crazy weather and come up with a creative way of incorporating into your photographs. We are flexible and here to cater to your needs, but the desired outcome might not be what is expected. Additionally, we must protect all of our equipment. WHAT DO YOU USE FOR LIGHTING EQUIPMENT? Most often, we use a 550EX Speedlite bounce flash. This flash is able to be bounced of walls and ceilings to provide more natural lighting. Additionally, our main lights are multiple large soft boxes that create light that illusionary wrap around the subject - bringing a luminous result. YOU DO NOT HAVE INFORMATION LISTED ON THE TYPE OF PHOTOS THAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD IN SEEING. ARE YOU LIMITED TO YOUR ON-LINE MENU? No, we will shoot almost anything! However, note our limitations above and/or contact us with the details of your project and we will get back to you with a quote. WHY DO I HAVE TO SIGN A CONTRACT? For your protection as well as ours, our contract MUST be signed PRIOR to ANY service. WHAT IS YOUR MAILING AND STUDIO ADDRESS? Currently, we do not have an in-house studio, but you may contact us via snail mail, email or telephone. (720-231-9486) CAN YOU POST OF EMAIL SOME OF THE BEST PHOTOS BEFORE YOU WORK ON ALL THE REST? (I just really want to see how they turned out before you work on them) It is best to wait for all of the photographs to be posted online. The wait difference is at the most a day or two. For us to stop what we are doing to show you a few, delays the rest of your photographs being posted. However, we will do our best to provide a sneak-peak as soon as possible. WHEN WILL MY PHOTOS BE POSTED ONLINE? Your photographs will be online within 1-3 weeks of being taken. We will e-mail you a notification when they are up. Your photos will remain online for at least 60 days. Please contact us if you need them to be posted longer, would like a password protected event, or if you would rather not have your photos posted at all. HOW DO I CHOOSE MY PRINTS? You can begin choosing prints as soon as the images are online. If you are going to be ordering large quantities you may want to keep track of your favorites before you finalize your order. If you contact us, we may be able to save you the time of having to go back and enter your large order. We may even extend a bulk discount. If you have purchased a package that comes with prints and are ordering online, place your order as usual. You may also mail a print order form if you are uncomfortable ordering online. Please note that you are not limited to only one image with your package. Except wallets, they come in quantities of 4 or 8. When you choose a quantity of 8, you receive wallets cut with rounded edges. Quantities of 8 may also have text printed in the corner. (no extra charge) HOW LONG WILL MY ORDER TAKE? Once you have ordered prints they will be ready for pick-up or mailing within 1-3 weeks of your order. Priority is given to photos or other prints that are due for an upcoming deadline. Feel free to request an estimated time for completion and let us know if there are pressing circumstances. We cannot guarantee that we can fulfill your desires, but we will try. A larger event can take up to 3-8 weeks. SINCE DIGITAL IS INSTANT, CAN I HAVE THEM SOONER? While digital is ‘instant’, we shoot in a RAW mode that has to be processed and optimized. We take care to give attention to each and every photograph to insure the highest quality. Because we strive to bring you the best in quality, we like to serve our clients with ease. We can get it to you at a sooner and guaranteed time, but you would need to request it in advance but may result in additional fees. (Refer to your signed contract) ARE YOUR PRINTS PRINTED ON A PHOTO PRINTER? For Digital prints, primarily we use a professional photo-lab for chemically processed prints and are edited before going to the lab. On the other hand, we have two professional printers: 1.) a Brother Photo Printer and 2.) a brand new HP PhotoSmart. Each have the capabilities to print in large format in a size up to 13x44. For SLR prints, they are prepared and printed in a lab off-site. I WAS NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED WHEN I ORDERED MY PRINTS. WHAT CAN I DO? Contact us directly and give us the details. We will make it happen! I WANT TO MAKE PHOTOCOPIES OF MY PHOTOS. DOES MY PHOTOGRAPHER REALLY OWN THE COPYRIGHT TO THE PICTURES? DO I STILL HAVE TO PAY THE PHOTOGRAPHER IF I MAKE COPIES AT A COPY SHOP? Yes and Yes. According to federal law, images produced by a professional photographer are copyrighted the moment they are created. Federal law prohibits copying or reproducing copyrighted material without permission from the owner of the copyright, i.e., the photographer. If you copy or scan your photos, the photographer should be paid just as if you were buying reprints. If you or your videographer transfers the proofs to videotape, the photographer should be paid just as if you were buying reprints. If you do not feel comfortable paying for these copies, find a photographer whose work is so good that you are glad to pay. WHEN I GO TO THE LAB WITH MY PHOTO CD, WHAT DO I DO? If at all possible do not take your original CD to the lab. Those are your permanent records of your special event and should be kept at home. Because CDs are so cheap, as soon as you get your CD you should make copies. When you go to the lab, take a copy. WHAT IS SENSUAL/BOUDOIR/NUDE PHOTOGRAPHY? Sensual/Boudoir/Nude Photography is typically photography that romanticizes and celebrates the humane form. It is often done as a gift to ones lover or just to see oneself in the best light. Boudoir photography is typically suggestive, romantic and is often shot with the model nude, semi nude or with implied nudity (but not always). Boudoir Photography is usually done in your choice of locations and our crew is prepared to travel with our location lighting. In almost every case, three crew members are present, but we are there in a professional capacity only. You may chose to have someone with you for your own safety and comfort, but please note, that each session is priced for one individual only. Each additional person is billed separately. WHY MAKES YOU DIFFERENT FROM OTHER PHOTOGRAPHERS & WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE YOU FOR MY PHOTOGRAPHER? We are aware that there are plenty of qualified photographers throughout the State of Colorado, but are goals are completely different. We aim to provide more than just a quality product, but try to put ourselves in the client’s position when paying for a service. As a client, we expect quality detailed work and to get our money’s worth for anything we pay for. As a client, we expect honesty and reliability. And as a business, we promise our clients our best service each and every time. Not only are we committed to our work and clients, we appreciate both and will work hard to satisfy our clients. We provide both the pros and cons of Digital and Still Lens photography and supply detailed information of our services. While we have personally trained our photographers, we guarantee a quality product from each, whether it is photojournalism, candid shots or posed. With natural lighting, we are creative while always keeping our clients informed of their paid product and our services. After your photos are complete, we like to provide a memorable story book album. For weddings, we stay until the end of the reception with every package and without additional hourly rates. Additionally, we offer a ceremony video and the highlights of the reception. HOW LONG WILL YOU STAY AT MY WEDDING AND DO YOU CHARGE EXTRA TO GO TO THE RECEPTION? We arrive approx. 2 hours prior to the wedding and will be there throughout the reception or until the bride and groom leave. We do not charge hourly rates on the wedding day. However, you must inform us if the wedding and the reception are at two locations and if so, the exact distance and location of each. HOW FAR ARE YOU WILLING TO TRAVEL? We will travel anywhere to a paid event. However, anything outside the Denver Metro may result in traveling fees. DO YOU SHOOT FILM OR DIGITAL? We use both film and digital in order to capture exactly the right images for your event and all can be placed on CD if you choose to purchase your negatives. CAN YOU PUT OUR PICTURES ONLINE FOR OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS? Yes, we do have that service available upon your request. In addition we will provide a low-resolution CD with all the images in a slide show format. HOW MANY CAMERAS WILL YOU BRING TO MY EVENT? Normally, we carry three (3) cameras to each event. We also have several types of lenses for any situation. WHAT DO YOU OFFER IN YOUR PACKAGES? Note our Photography Prices section = Each package is different. A minimum package may consist of the following: 25 4x6 Digital Photos (our preferred selection) 75 Still-Lens Photographs (negatives are available for $50 per set) Memory Disk (a collection of 100 photos with our choice of a musical selection CD [Collection of Digital Pictures] With purchase, both a Digital and Analog Video tape CAN A PACKAGE BE ALTERED TO MEET MY NEEDS? Yes, we would be happy to find the right package that will meet your needs. The packages that are listed in our brochure are based on past events and clients needs, but we are aware that each client has their own ideas when it comes to the pictures that they wants to receive. DO YOU HAVE REFERENCES? Yes, we have references but are not online as they are written in letterform from our clients and we will not re-write their comments. However, our complete portfolio consists of all references and detailed information. DO YOU HAVE LIABILITY INSURANCE? No. WHAT IF WE HAVE FAMILY AND FRIENDS AT OUR EVENT TAKING PICTURES AT OUR EVENT? WILL THAT CREATE A PROBLEM? We do not have a problem with family members taking photographs as long as they do not interfere with us getting the photographs that you deserve. Remember, you have paid a photographer to capture all those special moments. I NEED WEDDING PICTURES. DO I NEED TO MAKE A LIST FOR YOU TO FOLLOW OF THE PICTURES THAT I WANT SHOT? We have a list a detailed checklist and you are more than willing to do everything to fit your needs. If there are other pictures that you might you want/need, we are happy to build a file to make sure all your request are met. It's important to us to learn what is important to you. A copy of the list can be found HERE SECTION FOUR (4) Nothing appeases us more than to get behind a camera with a couple that is willing to spend the time to get the pictures that they want. HOW DO I GO ABOUT BOOKING YOU FOR MY EVENT? First, begin by calling or e-mailing us to see if we have your desired date available. We only book one event per day, and we are on a first come first serve basis. Next, you will need to fill out the contract and give a deposit/retainer of $200.00 The deposit holds the date and goes toward the package that you choose for your event. WHEN DO I HAVE TO PAY THE BALANCE? Thirty (30) days prior to the date of your event, half of the balance is due. The remainder of the balance is due one week before the wedding. HOW WILL YOU BE DRESSED? For weddings, our photographers are always dressed in black attire. Whether it is a suit or dress and no matter what the weather, black is always the chosen attire for weddings. For other events, we chose semi-formal attire. But most importantly, no matter what the occasion or event, we dress to please our clients. I HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS... We are here to serve you, the client. If there is anything that you might want to know, please feel free to ask. Contact us (720-231-9486/720-231-9448) If we failed to answer any of your questions, please do not hesitate to call or email us. We would be happy to help in any way possible to make sure your event is one that you have always imagined. We are committed to going beyond what you expect from your photographers. It is YOUR event and we look forward to being a part of it. Our well wishes, DavisDigitalDesigns@yahoo.com (720) 231-9486 (720) 231-9448 |
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