Investment Guide With Allie Miller Weddings | Most Frequently Asked Questions About Our Services | FAQ's

When planning a wedding, one is challenged with so many questions + decisions.

This blog will shed light on insight and answers to most questions asked while weddings and events are planned - I know you may have a lot on your plate.

With about 13+ years, and with over 400 weddings shot... I've developed a flawless system that guarantees all essential moments captured during your wedding day... Allowing space for the most authentic creativity to happen.

Why Allie Miller? - Experience: I am a seasoned, full-time photographer. I make sure this beautiful day is given the highest quality and utmost personal care. I also have a team of magnificent photographers who will be with me the day of.

- Portfolio: My work is of true inspiration and observation, with over 400 weddings I am confident your day to be flawless and your vision delivered.

- Relationship Driven: I will communicate with the venue, event planner, and vendors to facilitate the handling and flow of your wedding's timeline professionally

- Diligent + efficient: I aim to provide a dynamic timeline for photography to fit your day's dynamics. - Results: I can guarantee your expectations to met and far exceed your vision in more than one way!

- Knowledgeable: I not only love to deliver beautiful images but I am known for making use of all kinds of light available - From natural to dynamic to non-existent, my skill is part of my approach on super bright days and those with extensive cloud coverage.

~ Hybrid Photography: Analog Film & Digital approach - I have specialized in bringing gorgeous true-to-life colors and textures to your photographs. I have been complimented by my experience with film that allows me to use 35mm + 120mm film stocks during the day as add ons - These deliver that nostalgic, and very different feel from emulated digitals [ the real sense in photography] which creates memories similar to the ones in generations past.

My final words... I enjoy creating images that I know will deliver more than just simple [safe] pictures. I am a passionate photo-lover and can guarantee to deliver artful pieces in your albums.

Is your engagement session included? Collections include a complimentary Full engagement session when you choose us. These sessions allow for the 'get-to-meet-you' before your wedding day, we'll get to know each other a bit better, and we will create a great flow with our time spent on this day, which will be a great indication of our dynamics for the big day.

These complementary engagement sessions are a perfect opportunity to capture images of you two while celebrating such a wonderful time in your lives. I cannot wait to schedule & style yours!

How many images are delivered in a typical day?

Knowing that no relationship/wedding day is one and/ot the same, I strive to document all the in-between details of your day that are easy to miss. Honestly, keeping in mind that when shooting a wedding, I will be on task documenting your day, we must consider all variables, i.e., size of wedding parties, number of guests, time of coverage & your timeline, along with event type, sites of coverage, celebration periods, all post-ceremony formal photographs, and so on... These are the dynamics that will dictate the volume of images from your day. And, although every wedding is unique, in my personal experience, on average, the team and I shoot an average of 75-100 images/per hour That said, these numbers may vary, and as I mentioned, these will depend on the dynamics of the wedding day.

After the Wedding Day, How are Images Delivered? Your High-Resolution images will be uploaded to a web-based platform.

The LINK is extremely convenient and user-friendly.

This LINK is sent along with step-by-step instructions to assist you with the process to prompt the delivery of your collection's products.

You will be able to love your images, share them with loved ones, and even order images should anyone wish to purchase boutique high-end products from my studio with a special pricing incentive.

Are all images included in the LINK?

Of Course! They are your images, right?

I will deliver your professionally color-corrected, black-and-white captures of your "wedding day" in high-res images via download Your images with come along with a personal printing license and lab recommendation.

Should you or any of your guests/family want professional prints, additional albums + other products, these can always be ordered directly from the site with a special discount and will be drop-shipped. Professional products are guaranteed and tailored to your needs, and also delivered straight to you.

How long will we have access to our photos once they are delivered?

Once you receive a link with your gallery attached, you will have access to your photos for 6-12 months from the delivery date. [ depending on your collection chosen]

I always recommend that my clients save and back up their photos to three different locations. Because you can never be too careful, think: USB first, hard drive second, and computer last.

We are ready! Now, what's next? (The Retainer, The Payment Schedule, The Contract)

Your Investment for continuous wedding day coverage starts at $5395 plus tax

After our consultation and once we confirm availability for your selected date in our wedding schedule, I will assist you in reviewing our collections and any additional options tailored to your needs for the day. I will provide a recommendation, and once you decide to proceed with us, you'll have the opportunity to choose our services for photographing your wedding day and any pre-wedding events.

After a $1,000 non-refundable retainer, your official booking begins!

You can choose your preferred payment schedule: either 50/50 or three equal payments.

Once we have all the necessary information, your contract will be prepared and sent to you electronically for review, initial, and signature.

Voila!

How about seeing a full wedding gallery?

I believe that when considering making such an investment in professional wedding photography, you must be able to see real work! Why not? Because when you can view a real wedding, it will reveal more in-depth of the photographic process during a real wedding day, it will allow you to make a better choice for your investment. Just keep in mind that not all weddings are the same. And my approach is very personal. If you are reading this, you are able to click on the link with them in your email. wink! All [ the images] carry the moments, details, and meaning in their day for each one of the couples!

Also, I welcome you to check out the many beautiful stories in the JOURNAL.

which showcases most of the day and their story!

How are my images curated?

After some color correction, all the remaining retouching is handled personally by me. My philosophy is simple: "I shot it, I was there with you, therefore I will edit them."

I know that my clients appreciate their images being handled by someone they trust and who was there with them instead of some random person who doesn't know what details need to be taken care of. I am so very happy and proud to devote the time to getting to know you both because I want to make sure that I can tell the story the way it is meant to be - nothing less, nothing more!

After our wedding day, when can we expect our digital proofs? The good news is that depending on the collection chosen, you will be receiving a link within 24-48 hours [or less] with a MINI-WEDDING Gallery along with its downloads of your day (175+ images )

I know that this makes the wait a bit less anxious, and you'll get to share beautiful professional images of the day immediately. Honestly, most oftentimes. the same day! Within hours, you will see your wedding featured in our Journal - I will text you, and you can share the day with loved ones [perhaps could not make it to the wedding] rapidly.

Since I process all my work in-house, I will make sure that your images are post-processed and curated as soon as possible. To accomplish this, I firmly allow myself time to make sure all is in its right standards before sending it to you - I believe that "Fast sometimes isn't better"

I strive to provide realistic time, and depending on the product, these can vary.

While I aim to deliver your images as soon as it is possible, my average turnaround for your digital proofing album might be 45-60-90 working days on average. ** Sometimes this may be in less time, depending on the season's schedule.

Also, and rarely, some delivery times may be impacted by scheduled travel or workload during summer + Fall wedding Season and other booked summer commissions - Honestly, I work wholeheartedly to deliver them promptly, we are only human.

Oh! My work continues even after your actual wedding day comes to an end - and your digital final album is delivered - I am as excited as you are for you all to have your albums and other goodies!

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Where can I be found?

Although based in North Carolina | I am a Destination Photographer, and WE ARE passport-ready/ticket-ready/drive-ready + happy to travel anywhere!

There are NO travel fees within the state of NC. Also, some exceptions for SC, GA, and FL

Virtual meetings may be scheduled for a discovery-consultation appointment

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Do you travel? YES I am available for travel in the US and internationally with a valid US Passport | Inquire for details and area exclusions.

We follow safety and health protocols for everyone's safety/comfort. I can provide a custom quote for any wedding requiring travel, and I am extremely flexible with travel accommodations that my clients want to arrange.

For destination work, I can make a la carte collection for you if that is something that interests!

Are we insured? Yes! COI ALWAYS AVAILABLE

What is in my bag?

My bag is carefully curated with higher-end lenses that include Tele lenses/macro, and prime. I bring along my tripods, stands, soft boxes, constant light, Profoto gear, and flashes with backups and triggers.

DIGITAL CAMERA GEAR: I've been shooting with Nikon Full Frame Cameras for over 2 decades - On wedding days, I carry 2 Full Frame Mirrorless on me and 4 extra Full Frame Cameras as backups.

My LEADS [ 2nd and 3rd photographer] are equally seasoned pros with a very impressive portfolio and carry at least 3 Full Frame cameras and a wide variety of peripherals such as lenses, flashes, cards, and batteries. The Photographers in my team, are LEAD Photographers and not assistants who are fully capable of handling ANY request on wedding day.

ANALOG FILM GEAR: Mamiya 645Pro [120mm] with 3x Cartridge Adapters loaded and additional loaded film inserts &  2 Nikon F6 [35mm] - Loaded and ready! Lots of film, batteries, and creativity!

Storage/Power:

We use only Fast-Write SD and XQD cards with high memory capacity. We never lack power; we carry an arsenal of batteries and gear along with other high-end peripherals needed.

All our equipment is commercially insured - I can guarantee you that you will never lack coverage. If you have more questions, please ask away!

We are so excited to have you!