QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

How many hours should we book you for?

Documentary photography works best when expectations are clear and the process feels natural for everyone involved.

That’s why I don’t provide my services in restricted “hourly” packages – I’m there with you for the duration of your wedding day experience.

The result: a much more relaxed photography process because you aren’t stressing about forcing everything into a certain timeframe.

As a rule, I usually show up about an hour into the hair / make up process in the morning, and generally leave as the last of your guests leave. Once we speak about your wedding day plans and I review your schedule I can give you a better idea of how long that would be.

How many photographs do you make per hour?

Photography is not a matter of volume. I don’t promise a fixed number of images per hour because that isn’t where the value of documentary work lies.

Some weddings produce thousands of photographs during the editing process, others far fewer. It depends entirely on the pace of the day, the people involved, and the moments that naturally unfold.

My focus is not on quantity, but on paying close attention to what is happening and recognizing the moments that matter.

On average though, a complete collection of images is anywhere from 300-700.

How do we inquire about your availability?

You can reach out by email, through the inquiry form on the website, or by phone during business hours. I respond personally to every inquiry, usually within the same day. If your date is available, we can either move forward with reserving it or arrange a time to speak about your plans and the nature of the celebration.

If you decide to proceed, a signed agreement and retainer is required.

When booking you, is there a signed agreement?

Yes. A written agreement is provided for every commission. It protects both you and me and clearly outlines the terms of working together.

What is your payment schedule?

There’s nothing worse than having to worry about paying someone out on the wedding day, so I make the process of getting the business side of things sorted out simply.

Along with the signed agreement, a 25% non refundable retainer is required to secure the date. The final balance can be paid at any point between then, and 10 days before your wedding. You can split that amount up over monthly payments, or make a lump sum payment on the due date.

For destination weddings, or any weddings outside of the Toronto area that require travel, all expenses will be included in your proposal and must be paid (or booked and confirmed) at the time of the initial agreement signing and the retainer being paid.

What happens if you become unavailable for some reason?

In more than twenty years I’ve never missed a wedding, but contingencies are important.

I work closely with a small number of trusted professional photojournalists who can step in if something unexpected were to happen. If that situation ever arose, you would have the option to accept the replacement photographer or receive a refund of the booking fee.

We’re fairly private people. What is your privacy policy?

If you would prefer that your photographs remain private, I respect that completely.

My website includes a full privacy policy, but in simple terms: if you ask that your images not be shared publicly, they won’t be. The majority of my clients are private individuals and do not have social media accounts or share their lives online.

What do you need from us in order to photograph the wedding?

It’s entirely possible for me to arrive at a wedding and simply observe what unfolds. That said, it helps to understand the rhythm of the day ahead of time.

Part of the process of working together involves getting to know one another before the wedding. This helps create a relaxed and natural atmosphere once the day arrives.

Usually I ask for a schedule so I can understand the flow of events. If there are family portraits or group photographs you would like, we plan those in advance so they fit comfortably within the day.

If you’re working with an independent wedding planner, I will make the introduction early on in the process so that I can be kept in the loop, however, given my working style and approach on the day, I don’t really need much time “for photography” as it’s all reportage based.

We’re planning a smaller wedding and only need a few hours of coverage. Is that possible?

Yes, although I limit the number of shorter commissions I accept on weekends.

If you’re planning a smaller celebration, simply tell me a bit about the day when you inquire and I can provide a tailored quote.

Where do you photograph weddings?

I live in Fergus Ontario, about an hour and half from downtown Toronto with my wife and daughters. Most of the weddings I photograph are within the GTA, but I also photograph weddings throughout Southern Ontario, including Muskoka and Niagara-on-the-Lake several times each year.

I also photograph destination weddings and have travelled to Antibes, Paris, Bordeaux, Rome, Tuscany, Athens, Santorini, Samos, Mexico, Bahamas, San Jose, Los Angeles, Napa Valley, San Francisco, New York, Hilton Head, Montreal, Ottawa, Halifax….and as far as Japan.

Do you still have dates available in 2026?

Yes. I tend not to book too far into the future and often leave space in my calendar for later inquiries.

I photograph a limited number of weddings each year — about ten each wedding season, and I do not book every inquiry I get. The fit has to be right, for both parties. This year, as of March I four spots free and for 2027, I have six open spots.

If we hire you, will you personally photograph the wedding?

Yes.

If you commission me, I will be the photographer present on the day. Every wedding I take on is photographed, edited, and delivered personally by me.

I don’t double-book dates or send other photographers under my name.

How long have you been photographing weddings?

I began photographing weddings in 2003.

Over the years I’ve documented celebrations representing many cultures and traditions — from multi-day events with hundreds of guests to very small gatherings with only a handful of people present.

When will we receive our photographs?

The completed photographs are typically delivered within one month depending on the level of work I’m doing after the wedding. If there are many prints or albums in your collection, it will be longer. The deliverables timeframe will be laid out in the agreement that we sign together.

Who “owns” the photographs?

Technically – and legally, the photographer owns the rights to the photographs made. I provide the service as photographer, editor, and printer, and I deliver to you a complete set of photographs digitally and in printed format. You are free to use the photographs personally as you see fit - you just can’t turn around and sell them commercially or distribute them for monetary gain….not that there really is a market for that, but that’s what the Canadian copyright laws state. I in turn, agree to not sell the photographs to commercial sites or use them for anything other than my own self promotion, whether that’s as prints, a book, gallery show or online on my website – unless of course, you request that the images remain private and never be shared.

Either way - I see my role as simply a photographer there to make a body of work for you and your family and friends to enjoy.

Can we also get our wedding photos in full colour?

My cameras record everything in RAW format. When I’m photographing, I tend to view the world in monochrome — it’s simply how I prefer to see and compose images.

The final collection is delivered in a mix of black-and-white and colour photographs, depending on what suits each moment.

Who does your post production? Do you use AI to cull, edit, or do any automated colour work?

I do everything, and I do not use AI tools to decide what a good image is or not. I believe that when you hire a photographer, you’re hiring them for their input and expertise.

Before I ever picked up a camera, I was a professional photo illustrator and retoucher for some of Toronto’s top Fashion and Commercial photographers. My background in graphic design, illustration and advertising / commercial photography give me that knowledge base. I also print my own images and design the books I produce.

What will you wear at our wedding?

I dress appropriately for the setting and the tone of the event. The goal is to blend in comfortably with the environment rather than stand out. If you’re having a beach wedding, I’m dressing for the weather. If it’s a black tie event, I’ll wear a black suit and shirt. I do need to be comfortable and mobile but I always dress to fit in.

What cameras do you use?

My working style is low key and respectful of the fact that this is your day, not mine, so I use small discreet cameras made by Fuji and Leica.

Will you take posed or family photographs?

I don’t really create highly staged or fashion-style poses.

However, I do photograph simple, timeless, easy and relaxed portraits of couples, families, and guests when appropriate. Most of my time during the day is spent observing and documenting the natural interactions that unfold. The couples that hire me often tell me that in fact, the last thing they want to do is pose for dozens of family portraits over and over again, so that part of the day is kept sweet and short.

Do you provide videography?

I don’t personally offer video coverage, but I’m happy to recommend filmmakers whose work I respect.