FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
All prices are recommended starting rates, but I know that every project is unique and am happy to work with a customer if they have special needs or are under a budget. Memories are priceless, and everyone should have access to them. My cancellation policy is: Within 48 hours of the shoot - free rescheduling or refund minus deposit. Less than 48 hours of the shoot - $100 rescheduling fee or refund minus deposit.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Once a client has reached me, I like to ask a few questions: Do you have a location in mind? Do you want me to help pick one? What's your budget? When do you need your photos by, and how many would you like (roughly) in your album? Do you have a concept or theme in mind? Is our shoot for a special occasion? Once we have these details ironed out, I touch base with ideas for the shoot and location as soon as possible, and then check in again the day before to confirm. If you need to reschedule for any reason, doing so 2 days before our shoot is free.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've been taking photographs for almost 10 years, and have been doing so professionally since early 2015. I studied Film and Digital Media at UC Santa Cruz, taking multiple photography and videography courses and practicing my art outside of the classroom consistently, whether in the beautiful nature of the California coastline or in the live music scene. I'm constantly expanding my photography expertise with mentorships, seminars and courses from other notable photographers like Michael Shainblum and Jordan Correces. I've collaborated with brands like TEDx, IAOM and Elemental Accelerator as well as working with Portland-area clients from all walks of life. I view my photographic journey AS the destination - a learning process that will never truly end - and strive to improve myself with every client I meet.