Do you deliver every image you shoot?

A: No we do not. We eliminate duplicate images, test shots, missed focused shots, shots with bad expressions and other images that may dilute the overall product delivery. For example, because we shoot with low apertures, sometimes we take a few extra shots to make sure we have the perfect focus. We don’t expect you to have the expertise or the time to zoom into each image to select the one with the sharpest focus, so we spend hours doing that on our end.

Does your studio do headshots, individual portraits, family portraits, commercial photography, or other types of photography?

A: We sure do! We love to shoot anything to do with people! 

What do you mean by ”touching up” the photo’s?

A: Every single image we deliver will be touched up. “Touching up” in our studio is the same as basic post production. blemishes, colors, you know, making you pretty! 

What is your photography style?

A: Our Wedding Photography team is acclaimed for a unique style of wedding photography that is deeply rooted in wedding photojournalism while influenced by fine-art and uber fashion photography. We love using creative lighting, unique perspectives, artistic post production refining to bring out our clients personalities and beauty while telling their wedding story. We pride ourselves on not just being photographers, but rather artists. To see more examples of our style, please visit our Blog.

Can I just get the digitals and print them at Wal-Mart? 

A: No, For every day pictures, printing photos at a discount store is perfectly fine, but there is a reason why these photos are significantly cheaper. The photo printing process is a time-consuming and specialized skill. Please see our Post on the differences between a professional studio, and other printers. 

Do you own any pets?

A: I do, a puppy named 'DeeDee'.

Do you offer Family and Senior Photography? 

A: I sure do! I love working with Seniors, and families! Sessions often include a lifestyle (candid) portion, and a posed portion. Please contact me for more information. 

How are my images delivered? 

A: An online password protected gallery (or image viewing appointment) will be delivered to you, and your family. You can share this gallery with anyone you want. This gallery serves as an specialized store just for you. Most of my prints, canvases, and specialized products can be ordered directly though these galleries, and are delivered right to your door.  

Do you shoot in JPEG, Small Raw, or Large Raw?”

A: We shoot most of our images in Large Raw with certain situations where we move to Small Raw.

Can I have the RAW (unprocessed) files? 

A: Nope, aside from professional software, you won't be able to do much with them anyways. High-resolution JPEGs may be purchased in some situations. 

Do you offer image viewing appointments?

A: We sure do. Once your images have been touched up, we offer unveiling parties for you and your families at our Redmond, WA Studio. You get to sit back, relax with treats and beverages, with your closes friends and relive your day though a specialized slideshow just for you. 

My venue is really dark. How does your studio handle these situations?

A: We have shot in the darkest of dark chapels and reception halls so no need to worry! If the situation allows, we will set up additional lighting to ensure we get bright crisp pictures. Some chapels do not allow for flash photography; and for that reason, we shoot on camera’s with superb low-light performance and lenses with low apertures

Have you been published? 

A: I sure have, and I am so honored every time it happens. Most recently in Seattle Bride, and Seattle Met! You can see a little more here on our Blog.

What kind of equipment do you use?

A: Canon, Baby!!!!!

How many hours do you suggest we set aside for wedding day photo’s?”

A: The amount of time we suggest you set aside for photos depends on the time of day.

Preparation Shots – Duration: 1.5 hours
Ideally we would have 45 minutes for the girls and 45 minutes with the guys.

Couples session – Duration: 1 hour to 1.5 hours
We highly suggest doing this before the ceremony in conjunction with a “first look.” That way you can enjoy the rest of your day without having to worry about taking too much time out for photo’s. Also this is when the makeup and hair are fresh. We’ll set up a first look moment so it’ll still be a surprise when you see each other. Be sure to give us at least a full hour so we can capture the amazing shots you see in our portfolio.

Family Formals – Duration: 1 hour
Have a list of pictures that you want with your family/friends right after the ceremony. Typically this is done at the altar but we can do it any location you’d like. Also, have one person from each side of the family that is really organized (and loud) to move people in and out of photo’s.

Bridal Party (Optional) – Duration: 0.5 hour to 1 hour
This is where we take the bridal party out for some fun shots. This is also nice to handle before the ceremony so that you can rest and enjoy your day afterwards.

Do you offer wedding Albums?

A: Yes, our most luxurious albums are produced in Italy, and are to die for. We do offer other options for all budgets. 

Do you offer engagement Sessions? 

A: YES! YES YES! I love shooting engagement sessions with all my couples. I think it is a great get to know you session before the Wedding day. 

I have a lot of downtime in between events on my wedding day. Will I be charged for that downtime?

A: For a variety of reasons, we have to charge for the time in between events. The fact is, we’re never truly resting during the day, whether we’re backing up images, setting up for the second venue, traveling to the second location, taking venue shots, or making up for lost photo time because of wedding day delays. In many cases, we use that “”downtime”” to take you and your significant other out for a photo session or more family portraits.

My venue is really dark. How does your studio handle these situations?

A: We have shot in the darkest of dark chapels and reception halls so no need to worry! If the situation allows, we will set up additional lighting to ensure we get bright crisp pictures. Some chapels do not allow for flash photography; and for that reason, we shoot on camera’s with superb low-light performance and lenses with low apertures

Do you offer destination Wedding Packages?

A: Yes, we love to travel and shoot weddings,  although we limit the number of destination weddings we book each year. Please email with your date, and destination you have in mind. 

Why do we need to charge for additional coverage?

A: We’ve dedicated the entire day to your wedding, so we won’t be racing off to catch other plans that evening. However, we need to charge for additional coverage primarily because there are additional costs of having the team stay for additional hours. The lighting assistants and second shooters all require additional compensation. Furthermore, the additional photos taken all need to be post produced, adding to our overall costs.

How many images do you typically deliver from and engagement session? From a wedding?

We typically deliver anywhere from 75-150 images per 2 hour engagement shoot and for weddings we typically deliver 100 images per hour.

How long will it take to get our engagement/wedding images?

A: Engagement image post processing takes roughly 2 weeks, and wedding image delivery takes 4-6 weeks. 

Do you offer canvases, metal prints, image boxes, and large prints?

A: Yes! All are produced at professional lab across the country that specialize in each product, so you are getting the very best! 

How long does it take to get my prints?

Product creation times vary, however in general, print orders will be completed within four weeks after the product order is submitted.

Similar to the post production process, if you require rush-processing, a fee of $100.00 will be charged. Additional fees for rush shipping may also apply.

How long does it take to get my album?

As with our other products, production times vary. However you can expect to receive your album 4-6 weeks after placing the order. The process before placing the order varies in duration depending on how quickly you respond to the instructions for the album design as well as the amount of changes you request after the initial designs. Some brides complete this within a month or two, others take over a year.

What happens if we go over the contracted amount of time?

A: We understand that not everything goes as planned during a wedding. We never pack up before the contracted time; and moreover we’re not leaving on the dot when the contracted time is up. Instead, we will ask you at the end of your contracted time whether or not you would like to extend. If you would like us to stay, we will charge the rates specified in your contract rounded to the closest 15 minute increment.

How many pages and images do we get in our wedding day album?

A: Our signature  album contains 20 pages. If you’d like to add more pages and images, each additional page can be added at additional cost and includes the design time/revisions and three retouched images.

Can I add more pages and images to my album?

A: Each additional page can be added for additional cost and includes the design time/revisions and three retouched images.

What rights do I have to the digital prints?

A: If you purchase the digital prints, you have the right to reprint images whenever you want, wherever you want. However you may not sell your images for a profit or publish your images without the written consent of Caren Morris Photography.

Do you travel to meet clients?

A: Due to the limitations of our schedule, we currently do not travel to meet clients. If you would like to schedule a meeting please feel free to contact us at 425.786.7787 or info@carenmorrisphotography.com

Do you have a Studio where we can visit?

A: Yes, 16625 Redmond Way #206, Redmond, WA 98052. Please call or email to make an appointment. 

Do you offer image viewing appointments?

A: We sure do. Once your images have been touched up, we offer unveiling parties for you and your families at our Redmond, WA Studio. You get to sit back, relax with treats and beverages, with your closes friends and relive your day though a specialized slideshow just for you. 

Is there an additional fee if we pay via credit card?
A: Yes. Our credit card processing fee is 1.5% of the total package price

If we cancel the wedding, will we receive our deposit back?
A: Unfortunately no. Deposits are use to reserve your date. Once we’ve reserved your date we do not accept new clients for your date.

How do I reserve you for my date?
A: All dates are reserved once we receive your signed contract and deposit

What if we exceed our contracted time for our engagement shoot and/or wedding day coverage?
A: Standard rates apply for overtime. Overtime is billed at the rate of $250/hour.

Do you offer any discounts on weekday weddings, Sunday weddings, or weddings during the offseason?

A: We do not offer discounts on Sunday weddings and offseason weddings. As you know wedding season is almost year round here  so because of that we are shooting throughout the year. We also cannot offer discounts on weekday weddings, as all of the costs (second shooter rates, etc) associated with the wedding remain the same.