Top 7 FAQs

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On your wedding day, Brubaker Portraits is there from start to finish; from when you get ready to your grand exit. We are at your side every step of the way. We are there to photograph the luxurious (or quaint!) scale of your wedding, all the way down to little details that you been planning for months. We specialize in timeless art pieces and albums that will last for generations, capturing those moments so you can keep them close to your heart. ♥️

What sets you apart from other wedding photographers? We take the time to treat you like family, get to know you and what you want for your wedding photography. We work with you on your family shot list and work with you on a wedding day timeline. Weddings can be stressful and overwhelming; we will be with you by your side every step of the way. If the timeline gets skewed, we work with it and get it back on track. We do everything we can to keep you on your timeline.

I always feel awkward in front of the camera will you work with me?  Of course! I know the feeling, so I will be talking to you throughout the session in and out of poses. Give you scenarios or prompts to act out for that more candid. If, for some reason, I stop talking to you for a moment, it just means you are in the zone and doing it right. If you start to hear me say AWESOME! Or Beautiful! a lot,  it just means you are blowing my mind and I'm lost for words (except those)!

How long have you been photographing? 20+ years. I’ve been photographing since 1998 using film. I went professional, working with a portrait studio in 2005, I didn’t start my own business until 2007 and then switched over to digital.  

Do you do this full time? YES! I started working for my self full-time back in 2007 while going to college for my photo degree. 

How many weddings have you done? More than I can count, but I still get a butterfly or two on a wedding day. Every love story is different, and I am happy to be there on your special day.

Do you travel? Oh, my gosh, YES! There is something about photography in a location that you feel loved, romantic, and free in. That makes me run to the chance to photograph for my clients their dream location. From the white sand beaches of Florida, rustic countryside of Texas, to the red rock formation of Arizona. Just to name a few.

Do you photograph small weddings? YES! Small weddings & elopements are so beautiful! We do have a 4hr wedding collection that will cover all the highlights of your wedding.

// Booking

How far in advance do I need to book with you? We normally book out 12 - 8 months out for the more popular months. Send us an email to double-check, we may have your date open!

How much of a deposit do you require and when is it due? We ask for $300 or 10% of your total, due at signing, to hold your date.

Do you  payment work? We do ask for a retainer upfront to hold your date. Then we come up with a payment plan that fits you. Payment finales 30 days prior to the wedding day. 

What is the best way to pay? Credit card payments are preferable. We absolutely do not accept personal checks.

If I hire you, when will I receive a written contract? Yes! We will send you a digital copy of your contract.

// Images

How many images will I receive? We do not put a limit shooting images. If you have more things going on at your wedding or have a big guest list there will be more photos, if it's a smaller wedding there will be less. All the images you see in your online gallery you will get on your USB.

How long after the wedding will I get the proofs? Will they be viewable online? Proofing online in 4-6 business weeks.

How long does it take to receive my wedding photos and album? You’ll generally receive your finished photographs in 4-6 weeks. Weddings Prints and Albums take longer during the busy months of October-December. The print labs are just busy.

// Photographic Style

What is your photographic style? We try for a vibrant, rustic, photojournalistic style of wedding photography to capture the true feeling of your wedding day.

How would you describe your working style? We blend into the background and shoot what unfolds naturally. We taking charge by directing and setting up shots for some of the getting ready photos and portraits.

Do you shoot weddings in digital, film format, or both? Digital! We put the film away for some years ago. But if it still is something you're looking for, we have software that re-create some beautiful film and paper textures.

// Wedding Day 

What type of equipment do you use? Do you have backup equipment? We use Pro Nikon SLR Cameras & lenses. We do have backup equipment if we need to use it.

How will you (and your assistants) be dressed? We wear black or dark outfits and in the summertime, we wear gray or lighter colors due to the heat.

What about a backup plan if you are unable to shoot my wedding for some reason? OGM YES! We always have a backup plan for the wedding day. We even go as far as have a Plan C. So you don’t that to wore about a thing.

Have you ever worked at my wedding venue before? If not, do you plan to check it out in advance? We have worked at many venues over the years. There are so many venues out there and plus destination weddings it almost impossible to have shot at every single one. BUT! We check it out in advance and look around to find the best spot to photograph your portraits and get our A, B,& even C Plan together.

What time will you arrive at the site? We show up 1hr before our start time to get settled at the venue and to see the set up of the day. We meet up with the coordinator to alert them that we have arrived.

If my event lasts longer than expected, will you stay? Is there an additional charge? If your wedding goes over time, we will alert you, and, if you what us to stay, and let you make the call if you what more photography. If you alert us 48 hours prior to your wedding that you need an extension, the charge is $250; less than that or on the day of the wedding it's $425 per hour.

Have you ever worked with my videographer? Coordinator? Venue manager? etc. There are a lot of wedding professionals out there. On your wedding day, we will introduce ourselves to them and work together as a team.

What information do you need from me before the wedding day? We will send you some documents several weeks before your wedding day to fill out if we haven't gotten it from your coordinator.