David Alexander Photography
 

1. What type of portrait photography do you do?

2. Where will the photo session take place?

3. What is included in each session?

4. When is the best time to schedule?

5. What should we wear?

6. If shooting on location, should we bring anything with us?

7. What happens if we have to cancel?

8. How many pictures do you take?

9. How will we view the pictures?

10. If we buy the Photo CD, can we print them on our own?

11. How and when is payment made?

12. Do you photograph weddings?

13. Will the copyright information/text be printed on photographs ordered from your art gallery?

14. How much are shipping costs for items ordered on the web? (CLICK HERE)

1. What type of portrait photography do you do?

     A: Anything. I can photograph couples, families, children, babies, pregnancy, pets, or all of the above. The larger the
          group, the more time you may want to book.

2. Where will the photo session take place?

     A: We can have it anywhere you'd like. At your house (backyard, inside), at a park near home, or anywhere that
          helps bring out your personality. I also can provide suggestions for outdoor options. Click Here to view some
          pictures of suggested locations.

3. What is included in each session?
   
     A: Typically, expect to stay in one general location (with multiple backgrounds). You can change clothes and
          locations as often as time allows. You can extend the session (and add additional locations) for $25/half hour. I
          guarantee 10+ proofs to choose from, but you can typically expect over 20.
 

4. When is the best time to schedule?

     A: From a lighting perspective, if we're shooting outdoors, mornings or evenings are better to avoid the harsh sun
         of  mid-day. If photographing children, you're the best person to answer that. Avoid scheduling before "nap time"
         or meals. We all want the kids to be happy during the photo shoot!
 

5. What should we wear?

     A: Some general guidelines are, solid colors are better than stripes, patterns or text. Try to avoid white unless you're
          looking for that color specifically. If photographing a group, you don't have to wear the exact same color, but
         similar tones are helpful. If we're shooting outside, wear clothes that you can sit down in, specifically in grass.
 

6. If shooting on location, should we bring anything with us?

    A: If there are personal items that you want in the photograph, bring them. If photographing small children, bringing
        snacks, toys, etc. can help keep their spirits up during the photo session. Seniors, feel free to bring personal items
        that you want in your pictures (guitar, book, uniforms, whatever is special to you.)
 

7. What happens if we have to cancel?

     A: If we are shooting outdoors, weather can certainly cause us to cancel. We can either move indoors or re-schedule.
         If you must cancel your photo session for other reasons, I would appreciate as much advance notice as possible.
 

8. How many pictures do you take?

    A: While I will take MANY pictures during the photo session, I typically provide between 20 and 40 proofs.
 

9. How will we view the pictures?

    A: After the photo session, I will take a couple of days to organize the pictures and will load them onto the website.
         I will contact you to let you know they are ready for viewing in the "Photo Albums" section. If that isn't an option
         for you, we can make alternate arrangements.
 

10. If we buy the Photo CD, can we print them on our own?

    A: Yes. When you purchase the Photo CD, you are also purchasing rights to reproduce those pictures for your own 
         purposes.  However, I do retain the copyright for the photos.

11. How and when is payment made?

      A: Pre-defined costs such as portrait session fees or packages are due upon completion of the session. Cash, check,
          or money orders are accepted. Post-session photographs can be ordered through email/phone and paid by check
          or can be purchased by credit card (through PayPal) via the website once the photos are posted.

12. Do you photograph weddings?

      A: No, but I would be happy to photograph the couple and/or the wedding party in a casual, relaxed environment
           sometime before the wedding day.

13. Will the copyright information/text be printed on photographs ordered from your art gallery?

      A: No. The text is only for the website to prevent illegal copying of my photographs. Prints ordered will not contain
                  any text.