Felix Creative • Weddings


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	I am shooting weddings for more than 15 years now, and I still love doing it. Below you will find some helpful thoughts about my wedding photography, no more no less. Please read on if you are interested, or just call me and ask questions. (301.693.9839) All weddings are a little different & the photography should reflect your individuality and represent who you are. I hope add to your wedding through my experience, artistic vision and a personal touch. Working in a documentary style, recording what naturally evolves, I will take opportunities for bridal portraits and casual family group shots. A second photographer may be available upon request. E-mail or call me (301.693.9839) to meet for an informational cup of coffee. Pre Wedding - Get Organized To make the organization of your wedding easier, please print out the list of "Must take Wedding Photos", fill it out, make a copy for yourself and mail it to us. You might also find that it helps you to establish a general timeline of events. It's really important that I will get a general timeline of events and locations to be at. Don't forget to allow ample time for parking and driving between locations in your timeline. Download the "To Do List" to make sure you get everything lined up. Download checklist of "Must Take Wedding Photos" Download the "To Do List" E-mail me to get a contract E-mailed/mailed to you Get free Acrobat Reader here Your Budget (or "First Things First") We can create a custom package for your coverage needs, and to meet your budget. You can have straight up packages that include a minimum hourly rate with proofs, and add a beautiful album and other extras as you see fit. I believe that every couple is special and deserves the very best. I will always do the best job that I can. Please contact me to find out more. E-mail your wedding date, location(s), number of guests and as many details as you can put in a few sentences. Also include start and end times. This way I can already check for availability and get a basic idea of your wedding. See some basic prices here. Your Wedding Day I will arrive about 30 to 60 minutes before the contractual shooting time at the location. I will use this time to get familiarized with the setting and to set up the equipment etc.. I may take some time to shoot photos of the guests' arrival and other little scenes that may unfold. Flowers arrangements, children, informal groups. There is no charge to you for this time of preparation. In this, it is however my time, so if you want to shoot specific events before the ceremony, such as the bride getting ready, please move my official start time up. The Ceremony I prefer to hold back and just document your wedding ceremony as it unfolds. I will stay in the background during your ceremony. I am always willing to work with the clergy, or site coordinator as far as what rules they have for photography. If you have a program of the ceremony, you may send it to me ahead of time, maybe just E-mail it a few days before the wedding. Lights and the use of Flash I usually try to balance out the use of flash. Depending on the location (outdoors for example) flash might not even be a necessity. In dark churches I will need to use some flash, but I will still be able to take many photographs with ambient light alone. We can use "no flash" during the sacred part of the ceremony if required. Please keep in mind, to tell me ahead of time what the lighting conditions might be. If you are planning a candlelight wedding, I need to somewhat prepare beforehand! Also, be aware that photos taken without a flash in low light may show some (digital) film grain. Group & Bridal Portraits A wedding is always a wonderful opportunity to make group photographs of all the important people in your life. Download the list of "Must take Photos" to help organize this part of the day. Also it would be helpful to enlist a helper who knows most of the V.I.P.s. Time I like to reserve up to half an hour for group photographs. Any longer seems to hinder your guests' enjoyment in the festivities; it can cause a break in the cheerful mood and could ultimately bore everyone. Location Finding the right location for the group pictures is very important. Do you want to take some pictures inside the church, or is there a beautiful view outside? Or should be take the group photos at the reception site? Of course, outside is always beautiful, but remember to find a bad weather alternative. We should talk about this in our advance planning of the event. The Reception After the Ceremony If you wish to have a receiving line, or to go directly to taking formal family photographs, the clergy will most likely be happy to make that announcement on your behalf as to avoid confusion. The Table Shots We would all hate to disturb you guests during their meal, so usually after almost everyone is finished I will follow you, the bRide and Groom as you go from table to table greeting your guests. It's also a good time to shoot candid groups after the main course. More Events Please plan to have all events, like the cutting of the cake, the bouquet toss, etc. take place before I am scheduled to leave! The DJ will usually help with the schedule at the reception as well and call out upcoming events. The End Please let me know at the time of the booking if there is a chance for overtime so I can plan ahead. If you want me to photograph your departure please let me know ahead of time. In this case you must keep track of time. However, if you have an open ended reception evolving into a real party you may not choose to pre-set your departure time. Not to forget - on the Wedding Day "Feed me!" As part of our agreement with you I ask to have a small break for a light meal. I/we will eat when you eat, so please don't forget to tell the caterer. After Your Wedding Turnaround I aim for a turnaround time of two to four weeks for your proof album and online proofs. Albums will take around 30-45 days after approval of the layout and finalization of the order. Orders from the online store usually take anywhere between 2-4 weeks. Photos Online For you, your families & friends' convenience I will make a selection of the photos available for direct order. (Please check if your wedding pictures are available and then notify your family & friends.) Some Basic Prices* EASY WEDDING: 3 Hours full coverage, one Photographer = $750.00 Includes Ceremony and Group/Family Shots, proof album of select images, photos on disk. Two locations in our home area included. (50 mile radius of Frederick, MD) REGULAR WEDDING: 6 Hours full coverage, one Photographer = $1500.00 Includes Ceremony and Group/Family Shots and larger part of reception with events such as cake cutting, bouquet toss etc. Photographer leaves at predetermined time. Also incl. are proof album of select images, photos on disk. Additional coverage/overtime: 125.00 per half hour Two locations in our home area included, each additional location add $50.00 Additional second photographer, add $250.00 per hour. For the full pricelist go here.

			Links portfolio testimonials photos from recent weddings & events zook books albums pricing Downloads List of "Must Take Wedding Photos" "To Do List" Engagement Photos I am also available for casual Engagement Portraits which are usually scheduled a few months before the wedding. It's fun, and you will get to practice being in front of the camera, so that you will be comfortable with "all that" photography on your wedding day. It might take a big chunk off the anxiety level around this part of your wedding, especially if you are a little shy. Three 8x10s and a signature matte (for guests to sign at your wedding) will be included in the sitting fee. About the Photographer Inès Younkins has been photographing professionally since 1997 and officialy started her own business in 2002. She is a graduate of the Visual and Performing Arts program at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, majoring in photography. Some of her work has been published in local and national music magazines and newspapers. Currently living in Maryland with her husband Ronnie, their baby Bianca and three cats, Inès brings a unique approach to her photographic work. Always trying to bring out her subjects individuality and charisma, the sessions evolve into a collaboration between model and photographer.