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FAQs
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FAQs
Feeling like Michael Scott trying to figure out this whole "wedding photographer" thing?
Keep reading to get some answers.
The saying goes, “This is going to be the happiest day of your life” and I genuinely want to be a part of that. It means so much to me when someone enjoys something that I do for them. I put my heart and soul into my couples, and that’s evident in my work. By showing that I’m so dedicated to them, they feel at ease and their pictures come out natural and beautiful.
“You get an engagement session, and you get an engagement session” - Oprah
That’s always included, but the rest is up to you! Options range from different hours, additional photographers, film, drone footage, photo booth, and more. I'll help you create the package that fits exactly what you need.
No two weddings are alike, so therefore no two wedding packages are alike! Like I mentioned in the previous question, I get to know you and your needs and create custom package options based off what will serve you best. Click here to learn more.
Yes, yes, yes. Can I say yes again? Anywhere, anytime. If travel were free, that would make my lil’ wandering heart so happy. But unfortunately, it’s not. I keep travel rates as low as I can, and I make sure everything is transparent. I will go anywhere that they will allow me to bring my equipment (some countries have lots of rules about photographers traveling into their country). I do have discounted travel to the following locations: California (bay area), Portland OR, Albuquerque NM, Asheville NC, south Florida, Austin TX.
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My number one goal is to have you feeling so comfortable you feel like you're just hanging out with your best friend who happens to be taking pictures of you. Pretty much every couple I work with has never been in front of the camera before! Rather than “posing” you, I’ll give you prompts that elicit an adorable reaction or a sweet moment. Of course we’ll get some of those “smile for the camera” shots for mom and grandma, but I want your pictures to look like you! Especially with your engagement session, I want you to feel like we’re just all hanging out and having fun - like you're on a date and I'm your third wheel.
Abso-freakin-lutely! Making sure we have enough time to capture everything that needs to be captured without feeling super rushed is very important.
I've shot at all kinds of venues - from the middle of the woods to barns to giant event halls. Every one of those venues have brought all different lighting situations. Part of my job as a professional photographer is to know how to handle any lighting situation at any moment. With that being said, no, you shouldn't worry if I haven't shot at your venue before. If you'd like, I do offer the service of touring the venue with you or your planner.
After booking, you get to choose when your gallery is ready! We’ll schedule your ordering party date for about 8-10 weeks after your wedding, and that’s when you get to see all your wedding pictures for the first time. Don’t worry, I will send you sneak peeks within the first few days after the wedding (hello, profile pic! #justmarried).
I don’t ever put a cap on how many images you receive, and I also don’t guarantee an exact amount. Every wedding day is so vastly different. Trust me, everything will be documented. I find that focusing on an exact number of pictures takes away from being able to be creative and invested in the moment. I’ll be happy to send you a full gallery to view from a wedding similar to yours that so you can see about how many images your wedding would create.
Everything will be delivered to you digitally. You’ll be able to download all your files as many times as you’d like. You'll be able to download them in web-resolution for sharing and high-resolution for any personal printing. I don't use USBs in an effort to be environmentally friendly.
Balances are divided into three payments. I require a retainer upon booking, one payment on the halfway date, and the remainder is due 30 days out from the event.
I have a list of very talented photographers that I work with frequently. I trust them all as I trust myself to capture your day!
Of course! You will receive a print release will your gallery. Caution: I do not guarantee quality of anything you print yourself. I highly suggest ordering your prints through me if you want the most bomb-ass products you’ve ever seen!
My heart is owned by Canon. All of my equipment is high quality and reputable. And yup, always! I have backup camera bodies, lenses, memory cards, computers, file storage - I have two (or more) of everything.
I want you to feel 1000% confident in choosing me as your photographer - so yes, I’d love to meet with you! However, most of the time our communication is via email, phone, text, facetime, or skype for simplicity sake. My business hours are atypical due to the nature of the job. If you’d prefer to meet face-to-face, I have limited availability Monday-Thursday for serious inquiries only.
About a month before the wedding, we'll set a date for 6-8 weeks after your wedding for your Ordering Party. During that party we'll pop some bubbly, you'll see all your wedding pictures for the first time! This means there won't be a guessing game on when you'll get your wedding gallery, you'll know the exact date. We will go through your gallery and design your custom album together. It's a fun night full of reminiscing, laughter, and reliving your day all over again. You can expect your album to arrive about 2 weeks after that.
You’ll receive all of this information in your initial package proposal. If you receive an album credit, it is valid up to 6 months after the event. However, you can always order an album or other products at any time!
Of course! Please fill out the book me page form, and I’ll send over some galleries that I think fit your vibe.
First of all - wow thank you so much. Secondly, visit the book me page and fill out the form there. When I receive your inquiry, I’ll do a happy dance, and then we’ll get right to the good stuff. We will chat details over the phone or Facetime so I can learn more about your day, then I will send you a custom proposal for you to pick your package. Once you’ve made your selections, we’ll get all the contract signed and retainer complete - all digital, all easy to understand. We can chat about any questions you may have over the phone or via email, or we can meet. To lock me in for your wedding date, the retainer is required upon booking. The remaining balance will be due in two equal payments before the wedding. Simple and straightforward. We will go over all the details of that when we start talking.
Nicole + Felix
My wedding day was such a blur. She did what I thought was impossible, she perfectly captured every moment so we could remember it forever. It’s one thing to capture a photograph but it’s another to capture the actual feel and energy of the day, and HeatherLynn did just that. She made us both feel incredibly comfortable, blended in without disrupting our day, and all of our interactions felt like talking with a close friend. I am so incredibly grateful for everything.
She perfectly captured every moment
Kaiti + Lucas
When I received my photo gallery, I was absolutely blown away. She found a way to capture every moment, from ceremony to reception, highlighting the mood & beauty of the day in the most extravagant way. Her photos were like reading a book about my wedding day. She made everyone who looked at the pictures feel what we all felt that day. She took care of us throughout the whole process, making sure our questions never went unanswered and easing every concern we had. Honestly, I could go on forever. This girl deserves your business.
HeatherLynn was more than I ever imagined
Geoff + Brittany
HeatherLynn’s talent isn’t only in her eye for perfectly capturing little moments, smiles, tears, and love. It’s all in the way she makes you feel. She wasn’t just a photographer, she was a mediator, she put at us ease, and just overall became our new best friend. I don’t know what we would have done without her, and now we have gorgeous photos that we will cherish forever.