One of the first things my wife and I did after we got engaged was start looking for a photographer. The problem was, we didn’t know what to look for at the time, what the process would be like, and what to expect overall. We were newbies and what we needed was someone to guide us on the journey.

I wanted to take this blog post to share with you what guiding you on that journey looks like. We’ll look at my vision, my process, and my promise to you, my clients. The goal is to help you understand what to expect when having me document your wedding. I’ve compiled these main points as well as some FAQs to help guide you through what the entire journey of having me as your photographer looks like. With that, let’s dive in, starting with my five pillars.

My Vision, Process, and Promise to You

Adventure

You’ve seen that word from the very moment you entered the website. My background in the outdoors has given me a zeal for adventure and this is a big part of what I bring to your wedding day. Your life is already an amazing adventure, full of story, meaning and powerful moments. It is a beautiful journey. I’m simply here to capture it and not get in the way :)

I use a documentary approach that will give you space for the spontaneous and the unknown. I’ve found over the years that those are some of the moments my clients have treasured the most. That brings us to an important question: does this mean I’m completely candid with my photography, with no direction? Good question :)

Integrity

There are times when you need direction. We might be creating an epic portrait or there might be a particular unique area where I want to create something special. During those times I’ll be as unobtrusive as possible. I’ll guide you as needed, giving you only as much direction as is necessary to create space for beautiful moments to happen.

When you look back at your photos, I want you to know for sure that these were authentic moments that you actually lived. I don’t want your memory of a moment to be tainted by my having asked you to do something twice, or from your being pulled out of a moment to do something else. I want there to be integrity to each and every photo.

Empathy

In order to document your wedding and give you photos that feel authentic and have that integrity, I have to know you! I promise to meet you where you’re at and help you along the way. I don’t just want to be your photographer, I hope to be your friend. I’ll take time at your engagement session, during our meetings, and more to get to know you and your story. When the time comes for your wedding, it will be that much easier to know which moments will be most important to you, and you will feel completely at ease with our process.

Support

Right alongside knowing you and your story is knowing the challenges you will face in your wedding planning process. I don’t just want to be there for your photos, I want to help you create the perfect experience and help your wedding day go as smoothly as possible. I’ll help you create the best timeline for photos and make sure it melds well with the other vendors. We’ll set expectations and ensure that you’ll be worry-free and able to love your wedding day.

Legacy

When all is said and done, I want this to be not just about the wedding day, but about reliving those memories for a lifetime. This is your legacy you’re building. Through your digital files, your prints, and your album, you’ll be able to carry on your legacy and share it for generations to come.

I hope that helps you understand the details of my vision, process, and promises to you! I’ll finish out now with a few frequently asked questions

FAQ’s

How many photos do you deliver?
Anywhere from 700-1000 for a typical American wedding day. Usually more for Indian and other ethnic weddings.

How do we get the photos?
You will receive an online gallery from which you can download all your photos.

What is your turnaround time?
I guarantee one month, but it’s usually two weeks.

Do you offer albums and prints?
Yes! I have prints all over my house and I’d love for you to have the same. Inquire for more details :)

What are engagement sessions like?
Engagement session range from 1-3 hours, depending on your story and what you’d like to do! Let’s do something different, something out-of-the-box that gets you excited.

How do we book you?
All I need is the signed contract and the retainer. During our initial video-call you’ll have everything you need to lock in your date!

How far in advance do I need to book?
The earlier the better to ensure you will get your date! Our couples on average book anywhere from 9-14 months out, but ALWAYS inquire no matter how soon or far it may be. You never know what dates I’ve still got open! If I’m not available, or a member my team isn’t available, I’ll direct you to other incredible people in the area.

What are your rates?
Everything depends on your needs. Having said that our packages begin at $3200, with our most popular full-day wedding package being $5200. Special rates for Fridays and off-season dates!

Do you edit the photos?
Absolutely! I enjoy the process and edit each and every delivered image to make sure they are consistent and tell the best story possible.

Are you insured?
Couldn’t sleep at night if I wasn’t! Feel free to ask if you need a COI.

How long have you been in business?
The first wedding was in 2012, and Rob went full-time in 2014. We’re now 130+ weddings and starting the process of growing our team!

Thanks for taking the time to read this! If you’ve got any questions or want to start the adventure of your wedding photography, click the button below to send me a message!

What to expect when working with Rob Jinks Photography