Charnell Timms Photography

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Introduction: ***COVID-19 UPDATE: I am open for business and continue to be extremely respectful of photographing clients by sticking to 'social distancing' practises and photographing with face masks. During these crazy COVID-19 times, Im offering a 15% discount on any Graduation/Outdoor Portrait sessions (offer valid until 30 June 2020) YOU should hire me if: 1. Authenticity is important to you- 'Authenticity' has been on my mind a lot lately. In this age of mobile phones and social media, there is so much pretending that it can feel like nothing is real anymore. I've been sitting with this feeling for some time and spent most of my efforts in 2019 trying to capture those authentic, highly spontaneous and genuine moments that focus on faithfully documenting your wedding day. YOU should hire me if: 2. Wedding Packages won't break the bank: Im proud to offer award-winning services that won't break the bank, with packages that strive to capture couples in an unobtrusive and contemporary fashion. Couples can 'Design their own packages' with services that include engagement, trash the dress and wedding portrait shoots. YOU should hire me if: 3. Experience /variety are important to you - I have experience photographing a variety of religions and non-traditional weddings including Hindu, Indian, Greek, Zulu, Xhosa, Jewish, same-sex couples and have shot destination weddings around the globe including England, France, USA, Germany, South Africa, and Ireland. YOU should hire me if: 4. High-octane energy is important to you - Thanks to my high octane energy levels and my ability to put you at ease, my greatest asset, and most consistent feedback in wedding reviews are my energy levels and how they helped couples to enjoy and love the process of being photographed on wedding day. YOU should hire me if: 5. Speed and timing is important to you - one area where I continue to impressive clients is with my rapid 'response time' with emails as well delivery time of your wedding day digital files (between 1-2 weeks) on average. YOU should hire me if: 6. You are lookin for a solo photographer - I'm a specialist photographer, working alone (no second shooters, no videography services offered) in a highly mobile and agile manner, which minimizes the physical impact of me on your wedding day

Overview

Hired 70 times

2 similar jobs done near you

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1 employee

24 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, PayPal, and Venmo.

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250 photos

GRADUATION PORTRAITS AT THE STONE ARCH BRIDGE
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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Exceptional 5.0

63 reviews

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Gwen E.

Nov 18, 2023

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Charnell was so so amazing to work with! Me & my mom are both pretty camera-shy, but Charnell put us at ease right away and made posing for pictures SO easy. She's also just an incredible photographer––she has such an amazing understanding of color theory and composition. We are so impressed!!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • I'm flexible • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Elise J.

Oct 6, 2023

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Charnell was great to work with; she had lots of good ideas for my family photo shoot and directed the session really well. She was also a lot of fun and we had a good time during the session. I also really liked getting so many photos to choose from!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

Charnell Timms Photography's reply

Hi Elise--I was delighted to work with you and your family. Everyone was not only easy to work with but so affectionate with each other--pure bliss to witness. So happy to hear you enjoyed all the photographic choices too. Smiles for family portrait miles. Cheers Charnell

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Karol P.

Jul 20, 2019

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Our family was having a reunion, and Grandma’s greatest desire was to get an updated family portrait. How do you find a photographer who is not only terrific, reasonable, available, and most importantly able to deal with your awesome family which included an “on-the-go, camera shy” 2½ year old? I (Grandma) did an online search, and from our first correspondence, I felt like Charnell was the ticket. As it was, my entire family LOVED CHARNELL and kept asking where I found her. It honestly seemed like she chose me! From our first online meet, I could tell she was a fun-loving, go-with-the-flow photographer. I felt she would work with my desires as well as steer me in the right direction so we would be happy with our photos. An added bonus was her very prompt responses to my communication-- beginning to end. Throughout the two-hour outdoor photoshoot, which included various groupings, Charnell demonstrated why she had earned Thumbtack’s Top Pro status. She took photos while lying in the grass, flipping her shoe in the air to make our 2½-year-old laugh, and ran backwards to get our family in motion. She was so much fun! To Charnell, we say "Thanks so much for your tremendous help in making this Grandma’s desire come true. We had such a great time and are so pleased with our photos. You turned what could have been a stressful event into a highlight of our family get-together. Blessings to a Pro!!!!”

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • CD / DVD • Flash drive • My home, venue, etc.

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Chris W.

Aug 15, 2016

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Charnell worked with us both on family portraits and candid shots at our family reunion. She was extremely easy to work with throughout the process. We had a wide age range from young children to elders in their 90s, and she drew out smiles, laughs and great pictures from everyone. She showed a great sense for both backgrounds and personal expressions of style, and was quick to run with ideas that anyone in our group had. Another great thing about working with her was the quick turnaround time on the pictures and the easy process for allowing everyone in our group to see all the shots. That was a pleasant surprise relative to some of my prior experiences with photographers. The photos were so bright and fun that a few family members who were unable to attend are now more eager to make the next reunion! Overall, working with Charnell was an outstanding experience.

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Laurie R.

Nov 3, 2021

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Charnell graciously accepted our 50th Wedding Anniversary with large family photography challenge. From start to finish, she receives exceptional ratings for her communication, organization, efficiency, flexibility, and patience. The entire experience as well as final photos were amazing. Thank you, Charnell!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Charnell Timms Photography's reply

It was an absolute pleasure Laurie--really loved working with you, especially on the 50th Anniversary photo-session part of your shoot.Long live the family smiles. Cheers and thanks again for your business

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Charnell Timms

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Besides 3 general wedding packages, Im excited to announce the launch of my brand new DESIGN YOUR OWN wedding packages. This new pricing structure gives you more control, whilst offering greater flexibility and ultimately a more affordable bottom line. HOW TO DESIGN YOUR OWN WEDDING PACKAGE Step 1: Choose your Photography Hours Step 2: Choose your Line products Adding step 1+2 together will give you your final price.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Establish contact either telephonically or via email. Then set up a meeting with my clients as finding the right photographer is as much about personalities 'connecting' as it is about impressing clients with your final photographic work product.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Self-taught by my father who was a photographer and I continue to expand my creative talents by continued education and online course, via Creative Live and Udemy.