FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Below, we have tried to answer the most commonly aske questions visitors to this our Web site may have. If you find that your question is not answered on this page, please e-mail us at info@newtampaphoto.com or call us during regular business hours (9 am - 5 pm) at 813-903-8250.
Q: What’s your experience as a photographer?
A: I’ve been working as a professional photographer since 1981 in Tallahassee, FL. I started out as the Official Photographer at Florida A&M University and stayed there until 2003. I have also worked for Bryn-Alan and Olan Mills portrait studios. Throughout my years I was fortunate enough to travel to Paris, France, the Bahamas and throughout the United States on various photo assignments. I have experience shooting a wide variety of subjects which include but not limited to public relations, portrait, fashion, sports, and photojournalism. During that time I have also been a wedding and fashion photographer with over 100 weddings to my credit. I also have photographs printed in such major publications as TIME, Newsweek, Ebony, JET, MICHIGAN Living, USA Today, The Atlanta Constitution & Journal, The St. Petersburg Times, The Orlando Sentinel, The Palm Beach Post, The Tallahassee Democrat, The Fort Pierce Tribune and The Pensacola News.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My style is mix of photojournalism and traditional wedding photography.
Q: Can you shoot a mix of color and B&W?
A: Because I use digital technology when shooting your wedding, headshots, sports or fashion, any photograph can be changed from color to B&W.
Q: What kind of equipment do you use?
A: I use digital equipment with an assortment of lens including wide angles and zoom lens so that I can get the up close and personal shots without having to actually be in your personal space.
Q: Are the digital files included with the services, or are they for sale?
A: Digital files are included with the Gold and Platinum Wedding packages only. A CD with all wedding proofs (300dpi print quality) can be purchased for $400.
Q: Are you available for weddings or other assignments outside of the Tampa Bay area?
A: Yes, I am available to travel within the state of Florida, providing that travel expenses are paid. A rate of .45 per mile plus $25.00 per hour is required. If the assignment is more than 100 miles from Tampa and ends after 10 pm, a $100 overnight lodging charge will be applied in addition to milage and travel time.
Q: What kind of packages do you offer?
A: See the Wedding Packages page.
Q: How do I reserve your services?
A: Contact our office at 813-903-8250 or by e-mail to set up an appointment. A contract can then be filled out and signed along with the deposit paid.
Q: What kind of deposit do you require?
A: A deposit of 50% of the total is due upon signing the Wedding Contract and the balance is due on the day of the wedding.
Q: What are your guarantees?
A: We guarantee absolute satisfaction. If you are unhappy with the end result, we will re-shoot any images you deem unsatisfactory.
Q: Will you come to us for our photo shoot?
A: Of course! We provide on-location as well in-home photo sessions.
Q: How many pictures do I get in an hour shoot?
A: The number of pictures shot in an hour is entirely dependant upon the kind of shoot. Images that require elaborate backgrounds or setting up take much longer than simple pictures.
Q: How far in advance should we book your services?
A: We advise all of our clients to reserve their shoot as far in advance as possible, however we do try our best to accommodate last minute bookings.
