Frequently Asked Questions

  • Nashville, Tennessee

  • Yes — I photograph weddings and engagements throughout Tennessee and beyond.

  • Rather than delivering hundreds of images meant to sit in a digital folder, my work is created with the intention of becoming part of your home.

  • A signed contract and a 30% non-refundable retainer secure your date. Once received, your date is officially reserved. The remaining balance is due one week before the wedding or engagement session.

  • Most couples book 6–12 months in advance, especially for spring and fall weddings. Earlier is always best.

  • A blend of editorial, documentary, candid, and film-inspired storytelling.

  • Retouching is included on all selected images, specific styles are available upon request.

  • Select wedding collections include a curated set of digital images. However, my work is intentionally designed to be experienced as printed artwork — albums, frames, and heirloom pieces meant to live in your home.

  • Every purchased image is individually hand-edited for tone, color, skin, and print quality.

  • Yes — I work with two Sony camera bodies, one wide and one telephoto, for complete coverage from detail to distance.

  • Your images are backed up as they’re taken using dual SD card slots. After the wedding, they are immediately stored on multiple hard drives.

  • After your session, you’ll receive a proof gallery where you can easily favorite the images that resonate with you the most.

    1. I hand-edit only the images you select

    2. After selections are finalized, you’ll choose artwork, albums, and/or digital

    files.

  • All wedding and engagement sessions include a online proof gallery followed by an artwork and ordering appointment. Only the images you select are fully hand-edited and prepared for artwork, albums, or digital delivery.

  • Your gallery does not expire and remains permanently accessible for viewing and ordering artwork.

  • No — RAW files are unfinished and not reflective of final quality.

    Only chosen images are professionally edited and delivered.

  • Absolutely.

    Every collection includes timeline support. Weddings include dedicated planning calls. I can also coordinate directly with your planner or coordinator.

  • Yes — I guide you with natural movements and prompts so you feel confident and relaxed

  • Some parks, venues, and public areas require photography permits. All permits are the client’s responsibility to obtain.

  • Yes — artwork is the foundation of my business.

    You’ll have access to:

    • Museum-grade framed art

    • Fine art prints

    • Heirloom albums

    • Wall groupings + large scale pieces

  • Artwork ordering appointments are designed to be efficient and only as long as needed to finalize decisions.

  • Family is welcome and encouraged to purchase through your gallery.

  • Virtual appointments via zoom include screen sharing, so we can view your images together and design artwork thoughtfully, no matter where you’re located.

  • Yes — additional selections can be purchased during your gallery access

  • Fine art prints: 2–4 weeks

    Framed artwork: 3–6 weeks

    Albums: 4–8 weeks depending on approval + materials

  • Both partners should attend, and family may join if they plan to purchase artwork or albums

  • A guided artwork ordering appointment is designed to help you make confident, meaningful decisions and ensure your artwork is finished exactly as intended. If you prefer, you’re always welcome to place orders on your own through your online gallery.

  • Debit cards, bank transfers, and secure online payments.

  • No — artwork is paid in full at the time of ordering so production and delivery can begin immediately without delay.

  • Session time begins at the scheduled start. Late arrival reduces remaining time, as natural light + location plans cannot always be extended.

  • I adapt smoothly, but coverage does not automatically extend due to timeline delays.

  • Engagements

    • One complimentary weather reschedule

    • We select a new date based on availability

    Weddings

    • Weddings continue rain or shine

    • I adapt locations + lighting to protect the experience

    • A covered backup is recommended

    • If travel becomes unsafe, a full refund is issued