When it comes to wedding photography & video coverage I am sure you’ve a page full of questions for me. I’ve tried my best to answer as many questions as I can which I’ve received over the period of years of documenting weddings. I do hope these answers help you with all your queries. In case you’ve more questions send an email to hello@girish-joshi.com or fill the form on contact page.
HOW DO YOU DEFINE YOUR STYLE?
It’s always about capturing the connections, emotions, moments, the stories and the mini stories that happen during your wedding day. You can call it candid photography, documentary or artistic. But for me the essence is to photograph all the moments for you which you can watch probably 30 times over and still bring a smile to your face.
DO YOU COVER BOTH BRIDE & GROOM’S SIDE IN A WEDDING?
Yes, I do. I highly recommend that you hire me to cover both the sides. It helps me to move around freely and get the best shots possible.
WILL YOU BE THERE PERSONALLY TO COVER MY WEDDING?
Yes. I’ll be there for the entire duration.
WHAT IS YOUR TEAM SIZE?
It depends upon the package that you choose. The usual team size is of two photographers. The number varies according to the style of your wedding.
WHAT ALL DO YOU COVER IN A WEDDING DAY?
Candids, décor, behind the scenes, emotions, fun moments, casual group shots of close family and friends, laughs, tears and everything that makes a great story.
WHAT ABOUT STAGE SHOTS & TRADITIONAL STYLE PHOTOS?
I will cover all ceremonies rituals as they happen. I won’t ask you to wait or look into the camera. I NEVER do that. Stage shots are included where you meet and greet your guests, family and friends.
WHO OWNS THE COPYRIGHT TO THE PHOTOGRAPHS?
You’ll get all usage rights This means you can print photographs, share them online with family and friends, re-print albums. All you won’t be able do is to re-sell them (which I’m sure you’ll won’t). As a photographer I’ll own the copyrights to the photographs as an author.
DO YOU PUBLISH ALL YOUR WEDDINGS ONLINE?
Yes. This is how couples can see my work and book me. This is probably the way you have seen my work. I love to show my work to the world. If for certain reason you don’t want me to share your wedding photographs, just drop me a line about it.
WHAT GEAR DO YOU USE?
I use all the gear that is required to get you gorgeous photos. I use professional equipment which consists of full frame cameras, prime lenses, light equipment and backup which I keep updating constantly. If you are really interested, call me or drop me an email and I’ll be happy to provide you the complete list.
What makes great photos is the connection that we make. It’s always wonderful meet over a cup of coffee. If not we can always make that skype call. There are weddings where I haven’t met the couple until the day of the wedding.
WHAT DO YOU PHOTOGRAPH OTHER THAN WEDDINGS?
I enjoy photographing kids, families. I do cover a lot birthday parties (cake! yes please). Food photography is an integral part of what I do.
HOW MUCH IS A TYPICAL WEDDING INVESTMENT?
I offer several wedding packages with a range of pricing. For more information reach out me by filling up the form my contact page so we can discuss your needs and find the perfect fit for your day.
DO YOU OFFER HOURLY COVERAGE?
Yes, you can either book me for the whole day (unlimited hours) or on number of hours. Unlimited hours means I will there for entire time until you tell me to go.
DO YOU PROVIDE ALBUMS?
Yes. I provide multiple options. You get a 12 x 12” 25 spreads hard bound, lay flat custom designed album with my package. You can also opt for more albums as add-ons. Once I deliver the photographs, you get to pick 180-200 pictures you like. You can choose the size, number of pages and even the quality of paper.
HOW DO WE BOOK?
To secure your date 50% advance is required. I accept cheque, cash and wire transfers.
HOW MANY PHOTOGRAPHS DO YOU DELIVER?
There is no limit to the number of photographs. But by experience I usually deliver between 400 to 600 photos depending the length of your wedding day.
DO YOU PROVIDE ALBUMS?
Yes. I provide multiple options. You get a 12 x 12” 25 spreads hard bound, lay flat custom designed album with my package. You can also opt for more albums as add-ons. Once I deliver the photographs, you get to pick 180-200 pictures you like. You can choose the size, number of pages and even the quality of paper.
DO YOU GIVE THE ENTIRE DUMP OF IMAGES?
No. Really. In the digital medium era there is no restriction to how many photos we click. A wedding data can range any where from 80gb.
A better example would be your favorite novel. You only get to see the fully edited and printed version. An author would never share his work in progress scripts, the thousands of torn papers in the bin or multi marked pages and revisions.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RECEIVE THE PHOTOGRAPHS?
You’ll receive the entire set of edited photos within 6 and 8 weeks depending on whether you are getting married in peak wedding season or not. If it’s during peak season it takes somewhere around 10 – 11 weeks. It’s important not to rush while editing. I want every picture to be perfect and make a great story.
DO YOU EDIT ALL IMAGES?
Ever picture is an important part of your story. After I sort the photos I edit every picture individually. There’s no magical preset to edit a set of photographs at one go. All photographs that are you’ll receive are edited and color corrected. (I do not edit pimples, make people thin or mix faces of people who haven’t be able to attend your wedding).
HOW DO I RECEIVE MY PHOTOGRAPHS?
You’ll receive high resolution and web optimized files on usb drive. Web optimized photos will also be available via private folder on google drive with easy to share links for 1 year.
WHERE ARE YOU BASED?
I’m currently based in Pune. I live with my wife and daughter Kaveri. Mumbai is our first home and we love everything in both the cities.
DO YOU TRAVEL?
Absolutely! I’d love to travel to any area of the country to be a part of your story. I’ve traveled all the way to Karwar & Belgaum for weddings.
DO YOU CHARGE EXTRA FOR OUTSTATION WEDDINGS?
No. The charges remains the same. Travel and stay costs (if applicable) are not included in the package and are at actuals.