frequently asked questions

Q: how long have you been photographing couples?

A:  I started second shooting weddings right after I graduated from college in 2016 and shot my first independent wedding in May 2017. I instantly knew that I had to have more of it-- and FAST!
By Spring 2018, I had enough weddings booked to officially make it my full time gig, and I can't imagine doing anything else.

q: what AM I GOING TO SPEND ON YOUR SERVICES?

A: If you are only doing a couples session, you will spend $325-$500 on your session. Alternatively, if you've booked one of my wedding collections, your engagement session is included!

q: how do i officially
book my shoot?

A: Once you decide to move forward, I will send you a contract and an invoice for your non-refundable retainer of 50% of your session rate. Once I have those two things, your date will officially be on my calendar!

q: how many images are included in a gallery?

A: This depends entirely on whether you choose a mini engagement session or the full engagement session, along with different aspects of your photoshoot,  but I can promise you that I won't withhold images to meet a certain number. If I think the image is important to your story, you will have it!

Q: do you provide raw,
unedited photos?

A: Simply put? No. Not so simply put? Editing is a huge part of what makes my work unique, and in addition to connecting with the human behind the lens, it's  one of the primary reasons you choose a photographer in the first place! Additionally, RAW images are unusable for printing, posting, etc. because they are very large files that need to be converted first. (Enter: the photographer with all of her editing capabilities!)

q: what does your backup process look like?

A: This is the top question you should be asking when trying to determine your photographer choice. Your photos are so very important, and they should be treated that way! Every camera I use comes with a dual card slot, meaning that the second I click the shutter, the photo is saved in two different places. As soon as I get home from your session, I back up your images to two separate external hard drives, as well as the Cloud. Finally, once I have finished editing your photos, I load your enter collection onto an online gallery that will hold your photos safely for up to ten years.

q: what is your
turnaround time?

A: Your turnaround from photoshoot to final gallery delivery will be 2-3 weeks.

q: do you have any
travel costs?

A: The only travel costs for a couples and engagement session is if your full session is located over 60 miles outside of the Twin Cities. If that is the case, there will be fees for gas, drive time, hotels, and any other variables included in making my way to you.

q: what is the best way
to contact you?

A: Please utilize my contact page for your initial inquiry. After that? Email, email, EMAIL. (Should I say it again, just for good measure?) The best way to contact me will ALWAYS be my email address, which is harlecaitlin@gmail.com. I can't wait to hear from you!

q: can we pay with a
credit card?

A: You sure may, however there is a credit card fee involved. Contact me with any questions!

q: do you offer a
military discount?

A: Yes, with a valid military ID, I do. Please reach out for more details!