Frequently Asked Questions

Unlike photo studios or a lot of other photographers, I always give full resolution digital images with no watermark on them so you can have them printed wherever, whenever you like! I only provide prints and photo books with wedding packages A, B, & C. 

I usually try and get pictures back to people in within 10 days or less. It depends on how much of a backlog I have, if I get really busy then it will take longer, if I don't have anything in queue then it might only take a couple days. Weddings take longer, it depends on number of hours of coverage, but will be delivered in within 30 days or less. When doing the no editing option, you get the photos right after we're done with the session. 

Usually 50-80 photos delivered to you per 1 hour of shooting time outdoors. Usually 30-60 photos per 1 hour when shooting indoors using flash. These are general guidelines that applies to most sessions, but sometimes its less, sometimes its more. 

Edited photos are delivered at full resolution via DropBox which simply is sent to you as a link to download the images. You can also easily share them with friends, family, and business associates. The photos will be there forever so you never have to worry about losing them!

• I will travel up to 100 miles from zip code 55402. Up to 10 miles from 55402 is free. If you're having an event out of Minnesota, I am willing to travel there, contact me to discuss.
  
• Anything over 10 miles is charged .50 cents per mile (round trip). So if you pick a location 26 miles from 55402, it would be a $26 travel fee. There is an extended range with no travel fee for each wedding package. If it's over 20 miles from 55402 the travel fee is due in advance. Not applicable if your wedding package covers the travel fee. 

• Yes, deposits are required for any event (something that has to be a specific date and time like a wedding or birthday party). I take a 50% deposit to book me, remaining 50% due the day of the event. Deposits are non-refundable, only exception is if I am unable to make it due to an unforeseen emergency. You can not cancel and receive a refund as I will have turned down other potential business to hold that time and date for you. ​ 

• For a non event, a $20 deposit paid via Venmo, Cash App, Google Pay, or Square is required to schedule any session if you are a new client.  If we've worked together before, no deposit required to schedule. 

• Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards via Venmo, Cash App, Google Pay or Square.  The mobile apps work best for most methods, but thru each respective website in a browser is possible as well. To use your card by punching in the numbers go to my pricing page, on the gift card section, click "buy now!" and you will be redirected to Square where you can follow the easy prompts to pay.
• Only cash is accepted when you are not buying editing and receive all images immediately. You can prepay on one of the above apps using a debit/credit card if you prefer. Full payment would need to be made 4 days before photoshoot or event to allow enough time for funds to clear. 

Anything! See my Experience page to read the types I have done, and look through my Portfolio sections to see my work. My portfolio only shows a small sample of my work over the years. 

I will shoot even it's drizzling rain or snow flurries. If the precipitation is so severe that it would damage my equipment we will reschedule. I generally check weather a couple hours before since it can always change last minute. You can check the forecast but don't look for only sunny days, partly cloudy days are really good days to shoot on. Also keep in mind the sunrise and sunset times for your selected day. Be advised for events, the deposit is non-refundable so please prepare for an indoor alternative in case your event has bad weather.  

Not exactly. I have a custom backdrop system set up for products and food.  I can shoot it at my home or come to a location you choose. My system is not for people, but we can rent studio time elsewhere if you want to. 

Short answer: No. 

Long answer: My camera can shoot 4K video but without a good mic system, no rigs, no continuous lighting, somewhat limited SD card space, and lack of experience, it's not something I really do. But I have played around with it and could do some basic HD video if needed. 

The only time I offer a refund is if:

1. You're a new client and pay the $20 deposit and cancel at least 24 hours in advance of your scheduled session. If you reschedule your first session, you can no longer get a refund of the $20.

2. For events, if I am unable to attend because of an unforeseen emergency (major car accident, I get Covid 19, etc) on my end, the 50% deposit would be refunded. If you have an emergency on your end, I am willing to reschedule, if I have availability on the new date & time. There wouldn't be a refund because I will have been turning down other potential business for you. 

There are no other circumstances where a refund is offered.