"Where can we see the prices for services?"
The base price for photographic coverage of a full wedding day is €1,300 (although there is the possibility of adjustment if you are planning something lasting less than 10 hours). On average, the couples I photograph spend between €1600 and €2000 depending on the albums and printed products they want to add.
These are the general values ​​they should keep in mind. For more details, just get in touch.
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"Where can we see your Portfolio?"
My website has some photos and stuff you can't find elsewhere, but my Instagram is a good place to check out the latest photos and other shares. If you want to see more of my face, you can also check out my YouTube channel, where I have some videos with tips for those who are getting married.
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"What is the order of events if we decide to schedule with you?"

• Initial email and response - You will send me an email via the contact form and I will respond with more information and suggesting that we set up a meeting. (Online is most popular these days, but if you want to grab a coffee nearby and chat in person, I love that too.)

• Your decision - After our conversation and having all the necessary information with you, you will have to decide if you want me to be your photographer.

• Quote, contract and down payment confirmation - I will send you a quote for you to accept, a service contract for you to sign and I will receive your initial payment of €400. Only after this payment is received will the date be reserved for you.

• Quiet period - From here on things will be quiet until it's time for us to do your pre-wedding session but of course you are free to get in touch and ask anything you need, even if it's related to the wedding in general and not specifically photography. It may be beneficial for you to have an outside opinion from someone who has been to many weddings to help you decide some things.

• Pre-wedding session - These usually happen about 3 months before the wedding, but we can adjust according to availability. These sessions can vary greatly, from a walk around your favorite place, to spending some time together at home. The aim is to have a relaxed session, with time to talk and for me to give you some tips that will be easy to remember on the wedding day.

• First access to your online gallery - A maximum of 3 weeks after your session you will have access to the photographs through the online gallery. You will be able to share this gallery with whoever you want, even before the wedding, download the photos and order prints directly from there.

• Pre-Wedding Meeting - This usually happens about two weeks before the wedding, we will review the planned events and schedules to get everything set up. I will also ask you for a list of your wedding day vendors.

• Final payment - up to 7 days before the wedding you'llhave to pay the remaining amount according to what was contracted. The only thing you will have to pay after the wedding will be travel costs (if applicable) or any products you want to add that you did not choose before.

• Wedding day - I will be there at the agreed time to record your happiness! I usually start about 3 hours before the ceremony for the preparations and I have up to 16 hours to be with you and capture every moment.

• Sneak Peek - Within 3 days after the wedding I will send about 10 already edited images of important moments of the day. This way you can share them with your family and friends!

• Delivery of the complete gallery - Within 3 weeks your gallery will be complete with all the photos edited and ready to be viewed and shared with whoever you want. I typically deliver an average of 700-1000 individually edited, high-resolution, print-ready photos. People you share your gallery with will be able to see all the photos you don't hide, and they'll be able to order prints of your favorite photos!

• Album Design - If you have added a photo album to your service, then this is when I will create the initial design and send it to you within 45 days of the wedding. You will have the chance to see your album online and leave your comments so we can adjust it to your taste. Two revisions are included. The goal will be to have all the elements ready to order the album and deliver it approximately 3 months after the wedding.

• Online gallery closure - Your gallery remains active for 1 year, from the date your wedding photos are delivered, until shortly after your first wedding anniversary. There is an option to maintain your online gallery for an annual fee. If you don't want this option you will have to make sure you download all the images and save them before the gallery closes. Don't forget to make a backup!

 

"How do you work on the wedding day?"
My main objective is to record what happens throughout the day, interactions with those around you, reactions and emotions. I will capture good images without you noticing but there are times when we can take some more intentional photos. I will be more discreet during your ceremony so you can focus on enjoying it to the fullest, but I also enjoy chatting with you and your guests throughout the day.
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"Are there any logistical issues we should take into consideration?"
These things are always adjustable but there are a few details to keep in mind:

• As I often photograph alone, the locations of the preparations on the morning of the wedding are something to consider. I can go to both sides to capture the getting ready, as long as the distance is not too big. You're paying me well to photograph you and you certainly don't want me spending a lot of time driving when I could be photographing.

• If you want to take more formal photos with all the guests, the ideal moment in my opinion is right after arriving at the party venue, during the aperitif. I usually allow about 10 minutes for every 50 guests. I try to streamline things to minimize the time it takes to make it happen, this way it can be dealt with quickly if this is something important to you.

• The sun waits for no one! This means that if you want to take some couple photos on your wedding day close to sunset then we have to pay attention at the end of the afternoon. It is not mandatory to take these photos at this time, nor even on this day, but it is something we should talk about so that we can arrange it in the best way possible.

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"Will you take at least one picture of every guest at our wedding?"
This is something I can't promise because it's simply not feasible (there are people who really make a point of not letting themselves be photographed) and if I spent your day with a list in my hand looking for specific people, I would certainly miss interesting moments that you want to make sure are photographed! My attention will be more focused on you, who is nearby and what is happening, so I can say that the people who interact with you the most will probably show up more often.
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"Can we give you a list of photos we want?"
If you have already seen and know my work and you like it, then I don't need a list, in fact, I don't want one. I want to do what I usually do, look at people, their interactions and capture the moments. If you're thinking about a list for formal photos because you want to ensure some combinations of people, no problem, these photos are more "mechanical" and what matters is that the ones you consider important are taken, but in general on the wedding day I want my eye and my creativity to be able to work without restrictions.
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"So what if your camera breaks?"
I always carry multiple cameras, lenses, and accessories so I have options if one stops working.
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"What if you get sick?"
Fortunately, I have been a healthy person. I pay attention to the type of sport I do to avoid injuries, but bad luck happens to anyone. If I can't make it to your wedding, I'll reach out to my network of photographers so that one of my trusted photographers can come and photograph your day, hand over the files to me, and I can take care of the rest. If you prefer, I can also refund your payments, except for the amount corresponding to any session already completed.
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"Do you back up your photographs?"
Of course! I use cameras that record on 2 cards simultaneously, this means that as soon as I shoot, I am making a copy. When I get home, I transfer the photos to my computer and make 2 more copies to save in different locations.
Be aware that I can't guarantee I will keep your photos forever! Disk space is limited, so please be careful and backup your final photos before the gallery closes.

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"Do you also make videos?"
If you are looking for a complete video service, such as that of a videographer, then I am happy to recommend the videographer friends I usually work with, who are experts in this field. However, I have some video options, where I make some clips, with which I can create reels for you, or even do hybrid coverage of your wedding day, in which I deliver a highlights video. I also usually film some things to make the now very popular "behind the scenes" or BTS that people talk about so much.
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"Do we need a second photographer?"
For wedding days where there are more than 150 guests or if your getting ready locations are more than 30 minutes away, I advise it. The second photographers I hire are professionals whose work I trust, so if you want that option, we just need to add the amount to the quote and I'll take care of everything.
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​"Can we add extra hours?"
Yes, if you feel it is necessary you can always add extra hours.
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"Do you sell photos to guests on the wedding day?"
No, for a very simple reason, I believe that the wedding day is supposed to be spent enjoying each other's company and not choosing photographs on a tablet. The day goes by quickly and I hope you make the most of your guests’ presence.
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"Do you do weddings all over the country?"
Of course! Distance is not an obstacle that keeps me from photographing happy people. I'll find a way to get to you. Trips for sessions and weddings that exceed 100km from Leiria, will have a travel cost added. These amounts, when applicable, are paid up to 3 weeks after the wedding. Travel for weddings outside mainland Portugal is subject to a specific quote.
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"How many weddings do you do a year?"
I shoot about 20 weddings a year. It's a number that allows me to make a living doing what I love and at the same time gives me enough time to interact more closely with couples and also enough free time to spend with family and friends. Life goes by quickly, we should enjoy it and not rush through it. ;)