Frequently Asked Questions
BASICSWHAT IS YOUR APPROACH?
My approach is rooted in the documentary tradition, which means I create with, not for. Trust and collaboration are at the heart of my work, and building relationships with my clients is a key part of my process. I take a creative, immersive approach that encourages my subjects to slow down & show up exactly as they are.
WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK FOR IN A PHOTOGRAPHER?
Someone who you resonate with, as a person and as an artist. Trust is absolutely essential to the process of making photographs, so your photographer should be someone you feel comfortable inviting into your life. Take some time to really study their work, and be sure that you can see yourself in it before you hire them. Remember, this is someone you are trusting to document something meaningful in your life. Genuine connection is key.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A PHOTOGRAPHER?
Feels like forever! I’ve been taking photos since I could hold a camera, but I’ve been a professional photographer for six years.
DID YOU STUDY PHOTOGRAPHY?
I did! I took classes in traditional darkroom + printing techniques as well as documentary photography for my undergrad degree, which has been foundational to the way I view photography and my place within it. In addition to that, I have taken multiple independent photography courses through the years and regularly re-engage with them to ensure I’m always learning and deepening my craft.
DO YOU TRAVEL FOR WEDDINGS / SESSIONS?
Occasionally yes! Most of my work is local to Nashville, but I take on a select number of travel jobs when my schedule and availability permit. If this is something you have in mind, do ask me about it! Travel fees are calculated on a custom basis. I also offer major discounts for sessions & weddings booked at locations on my travel bucket list!
HOW DOES PAYMENT WORK?
A 25% nonrefundable deposit is required to book. This deposit + all remaining payments can be made through your secure client portal online via credit card or bank transfer.
DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS?
Yes! I am happy to work with you to set up a payment plan that works for your schedule and budget.
DO YOU OFFER MINI SESSIONS?
I do on a seasonal basis, with a very limited quantity available. I always announce mini sessions via Instagram and my email list!
SERVICES & PROCESSIS FILM INCLUDED IN ALL OF YOUR PACKAGES?
Yes! All packages are a blend of digital + film as a baseline.
WHAT IS THE RATIO OF FILM TO DIGITAL IN YOUR PACKAGES?
You can expect about a 30 / 70 ratio of film to digital in standard packages. If you’d like the balance of film to be a bit higher, you can always add on extra film!
CAN WE BOOK A SESSION EXCLUSIVELY SHOT ON FILM?
Absolutely! These are so special. Exclusively film session pricing is listed in my pricing guides, and if you want your wedding shot exclusively on film just mention it to me and I can create a custom quote based on the scope of your vision.
HOW DO YOU HELP IN THE PLANNING PROCESS?
This depends on the type of coverage, but each session or wedding booked includes a full photography guide and client questionnaire, along with ongoing communication leading up to the shoot date. For weddings & elopements, I also like to help advise and plan timelines to ensure they are photography-friendly. I also almost always create moodboards for every session & wedding!
WHAT IS A PHOTOGRAPHY-FRIENDLY TIMELINE? CAN YOU GIVE EXAMPLES?
A photography-friendly timeline is a way of making sure there is space + time in your wedding day for you to experience everything fully while also ensuring that I will have enough time to document it well. For example, I recommend about an hour for venue & flat lay detail shots, 30 minutes for family formals, and anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour for wedding portraits (although the more time, the better!). Planning photo timelines in advance helps ensure that there is structure in place on the wedding day, which eases so much stress and uncertainty in the bigger picture.
DO YOU HELP DIRECT & POSE?
I will offer gentle direction and guidance throughout our time shooting together, and I tailor this to each individual project I take on. If you’re looking for a photographer with a more traditional, formally posed style, I’m likely not the best fit! My goal is to capture you as you are, so I am drawn to those candid, in-between moments. Instead of giving direction related to posing and “hold stills,” I typically suggest actions + prompts that allow you to show up authentically while still having a clear idea of what you can be doing.
WHAT IS YOUR TURNAROUND TIME?
This depends on how busy I am, but it is ranges from about 3-6 weeks for sessions and 4-8 weeks for weddings & elopements. I also give sneak peeks as close to after your session or wedding date as possible!
HOW MANY FINAL PHOTOS WILL WE RECEIVE?
This depends on each project, but you can typically expect about 40-50 final, high res images per hour of shooting.
CAN WE ORDER PRINTS THROUGH YOU?
Yes! Each online gallery comes with a built-in, personalized print shop offering curated products hand-chosen by me. Your gallery does not expire, so you are welcome to come back and order prints & albums any time you’d like. You’ll also receive a printing guide from me which explains all of your options in-depth, as well as how printing techniques impact the quality & longevity of your prints.