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  CONSULTATION INFORMATION:

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER:

I am a hobbyist photographer using this website as a means to put myself through graduate school. I love photography and I love weddings and I believe it shows in my work!

Hop over to my blog, or MySpace page to learn more about me! www.eheizerphotography.com/blog or http://myspace.com/heizerphotography

 

Something you should know, is that my work is the result of trial & error, as well as mentoring. As a hobbyist, I am not professional trained, and do not have a degree in photojournalism. My business is run quite casually, however I believe my work to be art. I'm planning on making the cross over to the world of "professionalism" soon, but I am not quite there yet. With me, what you see is what you get. Sometimes I make mistakes, but more often I get it very, very right.

HOW CAN I REACH YOU?

Please just shoot me off an email with you name, contact information, event date, venue, where you personally live or work (city) and which package you are interested in and I will get back to you, usually within an hour. Because of my own busy schedule, I am very rarely available to speak on the phone in any context. I will provide you will my cell number when we schedule a consultation so you can reach me if you're running late or need to cancel. This is virtually the only time you'll be able to reach me on the phone, other than on the actual wedding day. Please contact me via email, and do plan on 99% of our communication to be through email. You can find me at: happiness@heizerphotography.com, or for a faster response, catch me at: heizer_ea@yahoo.com

 

You MUST include the following info in your initial email:

Wedding Date

Venue(s)

Package Choice

Name!

City you Live in.

 

 If you do not include this information, I will not be able to proceed, and I will simply ask you for this information anyway. 

 

WHEN SHOULD I BOOK?

We are currently booking and receiving inquiries all the way into 2009. With over 4,000 hits on this website per month, HEIZER PHOTOGRAPHY is currently very, VERY busy. We reccomend that you book your event as soon as you have committed to Heizer Photography being there on your wedding day. For the 2008 brides, please do no hesitate to schedule your consultations. We are receiving several emails a day for 2008 dates and we may be booked solid before the year is up. For my 2007 brides, we do have a few dates that are available through late summer and the fall & winter. Please contact me ASAP to book. If we get too close to your event date, we may not be able to complete the necessary paperwork in time. Please note that our rates are for weddings in 2007, and that weddings in 2008 will need a price quote. Travel fees will apply to weddings outside of Sacramento County. Book early and you will save by receiving a guesstimated rate for 2008/2009 rather than the actual rate, which increases quarterly.

CONSULTATION INFORMATION:
 
Generally speaking, I try to meet each of my clients in person in a public place so all parties are comfortable and can relax while we chat about the event or shoot you are attempting to schedule. Please review my works online, as well as my packages prior to meeting. Also, please be aware that I meet with large nunmbers of clients and potential clients and that very often more than one couple has contacted me about your specific date. If you are very positive about hiring me for your event, please let me know ahead of time, and be prepared to sign papers that day. It is always perfectly fine, and encouraged that you discuss your options fully and that you make the best decision for YOU! However, if you later decide after our meeting that you would like to book me, I cannot guarentee that I am still available.
 
I do not usually meet clients in their homes, or at event venues. I have found that the best way to evalute a venue for areas in which to set up formal shots, is on the actual wedding day, at the actual time in which I will be shooting. Is it difficult to anticipate the conditions on a day many months away, and often the time spent wondering and discussing these issues could be better used to talk about timelines, your expectations and desires in a photographer and the like.  Except in very specific and extroridinary instances, or due to other reasons, I will no longer be able to consult with couples at their venues, or in their homes. If you feel your situation requires this, please let me know. Otherwise, I am more than happy to trot off to the closest Starbucks between our homes or offices. :)
 
ON THE BIG DAY:
 
Although I may occasionally bring an assistant with me to help with arrangements and logistical issues, I do work alone. I am a single shooter, and work for myself.  It's a one-woman show and it works very well! I have turned a hobby I love into a job I love even more that allows me to continue my education while pursing my creative side as well.
 
WEDDING INFORMATION :

 

 

Bride’s Name:_________________________________        Phone #: (___)____-____

Groom’s Name:_______________________________        Phone #: (___)____-____

Mailing Address: :________________________________________________________

                                       Street Address                                           

                                                         ________________________________________________________________________

                                                            City                                                            State                   Zip Code

 

Email Address:___________________________________________________________

 

Date of Wedding:_________________________________________________________

Address of Ceremony Site:_________________________________________________

                                       Street Address                                           

                                                        _________________________________________________________________________

                                                           City                                                            State                   Zip Code

Ceremony Start Time: ____:____ am/pm   Ceremony End Time: ____:____ am/pm

 

Address of Reception Site:_________________________________________________

                                     Street Address                                           

                                                      __________________________________________________________________________

                                                       City                                                                State                   Zip Code

 

Reception Start Time: ___:___ am/pm    Reception End Time: ___:___ am/pm

Photographer’s desired Arrival Time: ____:____ am/pm

Photographer’s desired Departure Time: ____:____ am/pm

A maximum of _____ rolls of color 35mm film will be used. (No less than ____ rolls shall be used.) 35mm film and developing will be billed at cost.

Photographer will be present for a minimum of ___ hours.

A 50% deposit on these anticipated hours, totaling $___.___ is due upon signing this contract. The total due including any reimbursement costs will be billed after the wedding date after all services have been completed. Payment is due thirty (30) days from the date on the bill.

 

 

 

 

_________________________                  ________________

Bride/Groom’s Signature                                                      Date

 

 

CONTRACT FOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

 

 

I, _____________________ have decided to enter into a contract employing __________ as the photographer for my wedding in the city of__________________, on the ____ day of _____________, 2006. _____________ will be present at my wedding to shoot unlimited digital photographs and 35mm film at cost to me, _______________________.  All photographs taken in relation to this event may be used to advertise. I will be given full access to copies of these pictures, which I may dispose of at will. ______and I will agree upon who shall develop and/or print these pictures. ________ will not be responsible for any costs in relation to development or processing and should she pay, she shall be reimbursed promptly at cost. If ______ cannot perform this Agreement in whole or in part due to a fire or other casualty, acts of God or nature or terror, or other cause beyond the control of the parties or due to illness or injury, ___________will return all fees to the Client, but shall have no further liability with respect to this Agreement. This limitation on liability shall also apply in the event that photographic materials are damaged in processing, lost through camera malfunction, lost in the mail, or otherwise lost or damaged without fault on the part of Photographer. Liability is limited to the amount paid under this contract.

________ will be paid at the rate of $ __.__ /hour for a minimum of ____ hours. The estimated times will be from ___:___ am/pm to ___:___ am/pm.  In order to reserve this appointment date, a deposit of $____._____ will be required upon signing this Agreement. I recognize I will loose my deposit if I cancel these dates or this service to be provided.  If _______ cancels these services, the deposit will be returned in full to ____________________.  The total amount for services rendered, minus the paid deposit will be billed when services are completed. Payment is due in full no more than thirty days from the date on the bill.

 

I have read the above terms and agree to them. My agreement is indicated by my signature below.

 

_____________________        _____________________       

        Bride’s/Payer’s Signature                     Bride’s/Payer’s Printed Name                  _______________

 Date                      

 

 

 

PHOTO RELEASE

 

Bride’s Release:

 

In exchange for consideration received, I hereby give permission to ___________________ to use my name and photographic likeness in all forms and media for advertising, trade, and any other lawful purposes.

 

 

________________________        ________________________         _________

        Bride’s Printed Name                                 Bride’s Signature                             Date

 

Groom’s Release:

 

In exchange for consideration received, I hereby give permission to ___________________ to use my name and photographic likeness in all forms and media for advertising, trade, and any other lawful purposes.

 

 

________________________        ________________________         _________

        Groom’s Printed Name                              Groom’s Signature                            Date

 

Release for minor children:

Child(s) name:____________________

In exchange for consideration received, I hereby give permission to ___________________ to use my name and photographic likeness in all forms and media for advertising, trade, and any other lawful purposes.
(If Model is under 18) I, ____________________, am the parent/legal guardian of the individual named above, I have read this release and approve of its terms.

 

 

 

________________________        ________________________         _________

        Parent’s  Printed Name                                Parent’s  Signature                          Date

 

 

 

 

NOTES

 

 

 

Bride & Grooms “wedding Song” or “Couple’s Song”: _____________________________________________________________

 

Any other songs, music, or scores to be used or affiliated with this event:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

 

 

“Cannot Miss” Photo List:

 

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Photography List: Standard List of Planned Shots
 
The Bride
  • ____ Bride dressing for wedding
  • ____ Mother helping bride put on veil
  • ____ Bride looking in mirror
  • ____ Bride putting on garter
  • ____ Bride-Full Length
  • ____ Bride-Half Length
  • ____ Bride-Close Up
  • ____ Bride with mother-Full Length
  • ____ Bride with mother-Close Up
  • ____ Bride with father-Full Length
  • ____ Bride with father-Close Up
  • ____ Bride pinning on father's boutonniere
  • ____ Bride with Both Parents-Full Length
  • ____ Bride with Parents-Close Up
  • ____ Bride with Grandparents-Full Length
  • ____ Bride with Grandparents-Close Up
  • ____ Bride with sisters-Full Length
  • ____ Bride with sisters-Close Up
  • ____ Bride with brothers-Full Length
  • ____ Bride with brothers-Close Up
  • ____ Bride with immediate family
  • ____ Bride with Maid of Honor-Full Length
  • ____ Bride with Maid of Honor-Close Up
  • ____ Bride with her attendants-Full Length
  • ____ Bride with her attendants-Close Up
  • ____ Bride & flower girl/ring bearer
  • ____ Father helping bride out of limo
The Groom
  • ____ Groom-Full Length
  • ____ Groom-Half Length
  • ____ Groom-Close Up
  • ____ Groom putting on bow tie
  • ____ Groom with mother-Full Length
  • ____ Groom with mother-Close Up
  • ____ Groom with father-Full Length
  • ____ Groom with father-Close Up
  • ____ Groom with Parents-Full Length
  • ____ Groom with Parents-Close Up
  • ____ Groom with Grandparents-Full Length
  • ____ Groom with Grandparents-Close Up
  • ____ Groom with sisters-Full Length
  • ____ Groom with sisters-Close Up
  • ____ Groom with brothers-Full Length
  • ____ Groom with brothers-Close Up
  • ____ Groom with Immediate Family
  • ____ Groom & Best Man-Full Length
  • ____ Groom with Best Man-Close Up
  • ____ Groom & Best Man shaking hands
  • ____ Groom & Groomsmen-Full Length
  • ____ Groom & groomsmen-Close Up
Family
  • ____ Bride, Groom & Wedding Party
  • ____ Bride, Groom & Groom’s Immediate family
  • ___­_ Bride, Groom & Bride’s Immediate family
  • ____ Bride, Groom & Immediate family ( both sides)
  • ____ Bride, Groom, Extended Bride’s family
  • ____ Bride, Groom, & Extended Groom’s family
  • ____ Bride, Groom, & all guests and relations
Ceremony
  • ____ Grandparents being seated
  • ____ Groom's parents being seated
  • ____ Bride's parents being seated
  • ____ Flower girl walking down aisle
  • ____ Ring Bearer walking down aisle
  • ____ Bridesmaids walking down aisle
  • ____ Maid of Honor walking down aisle
  • ____ Father walking Bride down aisle
  • ____ Father giving bride away
  • ____ Bride & Groom at altar
  • ____ Bride & Groom exchanging vows
  • ____ Bride & Groom exchanging rings
  • ____ Bride & Groom lighting candle
  • ____ Bride & Groom-the kiss
  • ____ Bride & Groom walking down aisle
  • ____ Pictures of receiving line
  • ____ Bride & Groom exiting church
  • ____ Bride & Groom getting into limo
  • ____ Bride & Groom's first toast in limo
Formal Pictures
  • ____ Bride & Groom Kissing
  • ____ Bride & Groom-Full Length
  • ____ Bride & Groom-Half Length
  • ____ Bride & Groom-Close Up
  • ____ Bride & Groom "gazing" at each other
  • ____ Bride & Groom looking out window
  • ____ Bride & Groom holding hands
  • ____ Close-up of rings
  • ____ Bride & Groom with Bride's parents
  • ____ Bride & Groom with Groom's parents
  • ____ Bride & Groom w/Bride's extended family
  • ____ Bride & Groom w/Groom's extended family
Reception
  • ____ Parents being announced
  • ____ Wedding Party being announced
  • ____ Bride & Groom being announced
  • ____ Bride & Groom's first dance
  • ____ Wedding party dancing
  • ____ Bride's dance with father
  • ____ Groom's dance with mother
  • ____ Best Man toasting Bride & Groom
  • ____ Bride & Groom with Champagne glasses
  • ____ Bride & Groom's kiss after the toast
  • ____ Wedding Cake
  • ____ Bride & Groom cutting cake
  • ____ Bride feeding Groom
  • ____ Groom feeding Bride
  • ____ Kiss after cutting cake
  • ____ Bride tossing bouquet
  • ____ Groom taking off garter
  • ____ Guests dancing
  • ____ Bride & Groom's last dance
Silly
  • ____ Groomsmen lift bride
  • ____ Groom carries bride
  • ____ Family looks on as couple kisses
  • ____ Bridesmaids show leg
  • ____ Groomsmen show leg!
Other
  • ____ Close up of invitation
  • ____ Bride or Groom with special friends
  • ____ Bride or Groom with special relatives
  • ____ Picture of band or DJ

Special Requests

 

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* Pictures listed are to be a guide and will not be a guaranteed. 
















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Heizer_ea@yahoo.com