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Yes, you will be able to relive all those special moments on your wedding day as they were captured and share them with friends and family. The congratulatory speeches and sentimental wishes from family and friends, along with the songs performed and sung by your musicians. Your favorite songs are incorporated throughout your video personalizes your wedding day with the your most romantic song concluding at sunset. These are wonderful memories that will last you for a lifetime.
Yes, due to the popularity of the Westside (Lahaina, Kaanapali & Kapalua) and the larger swimming pools with waterslides at many of the hotels there, these resorts not only attract sun-seekers, but families with children too.
The weather is sunny and dry. Even when it is raining in other areas of the island, Wailea and Makena have little or no rain. Here on the Maui, if it should rain it last approximately ten to fifteen minutes and then the rain stops and the sun comes back out. The ground is dry enough so you can still enjoy outdoor activities. If you are worried about rain, then you should definitely pay for hotel grounds or a private home. For instance, some hotels (Maui Prince etc.) offer excellent protection from the rain and wind, whereas, public beaches offer no protection at all.
Music captures the moment and expresses your emotions and feelings at each stage during your wedding ceremony. From your processional, after the reading or declaration of intention and after the ring exchange leading up to the moment where you both say "I do." Music enhances your wedding ceremony and highlights the passion between the two of you.
This question was addressed to the experts and the various photographers and videographers suggested doves. Though butterflies are colorful and beautiful to capture on photographs and video, they are small and their actions are not predictable. It is often disappointing to the couple that are looking forward to the butterflies to linger and stay on the bride's veil or bouquet. This is not always the case and the butterflies may fly away immediately upon release. At this time there is a shortage of butterflies for release and this enhancement may not be available.
YES, YES, YES, YES & YES! Most weddings are timed so that the final pictures can be taken on the beach at sunset. Although it's true that the guests and photographer will wait for you, the sunset won't! The time scheduled has been carefully arranged to allow for all of the images you are hoping for. Remember, it is not possible to "make up" lost time (especially on a sunset wedding.) We do not have the long "twilight" time that is enjoyed on the mainland (it becomes dark within 10-15 minutes after the sun sets.) Even a fifteen minute delay can impact the outcome of your photography coverage. Also, it is not uncommon for the minister, musicians, and other people helping you with your wedding to have another commitment either before or after your wedding. SO...out of respect for their schedule and for the best possible photographs PLEASE be on time!
Chances are that most of your photos will be taken outside, even if your ceremony is indoors. We do have tradewinds most of the year. This is a good thing to be aware of in regards to veils and "tendrils" around the face that may blow in the wind. It may be a good idea to do a test run on your hair so that you are confident that you feel comfortable and beautiful in the style that you have chosen. If the groom is willing, a little gel and/or spray may be helpful in his hair as well.
Yes, please be very careful about our Maui sun! The sun here is strong and you can become burned without realizing it (even on an overcast day or underwater!) White strap marks and sunburned faces are not attractive in your wedding pictures.
It is important to let your coordinator know that there is an uncomfortable family situation. If the coordinator is advised, she can informed the photographer so they can handle it in a delicate way and avoid any unnecessary embarrassment or hurt feelings on your wedding day.
If privacy is a concern, you may want to consider paying for hotel grounds or a private location. Public beaches are popular with our visitors and residents and because all beaches in Hawaii are public, it is not possible to reserve them. It is possible that there may be other weddings taking place at the same location & time as your wedding. Some of the private locations and most hotels are on or near the beach so you can still get beach and sunset shots after your ceremony. Many of the private locations & hotels offer protection from the elements such as wind and/or rain. You may find it worthwhile to pay a location fee, not only to insure privacy, but to take advantage of the variety of scenery that some of the hotels offer. Many Hotels offer lush tropical garden scenery, man made waterfalls as well as a beach front location. Consult with your photographer or coordinator about the best location for your needs.
Most of the hotels do not allow you to go onto their grounds wearing your wedding attire with a professional photographer without paying their grounds fee (typically $450 & up.) This fee usually applies even if you are a guest at the resort.
Yes - there will be a change of location fee which usually also involves more time added to your coverage. It can be quite an undertaking to move locations when you and your guests need to get in the car and drive. In addition, the photographer has to pack up her equipment (which is substantial.) This is one of those things that sounds easy but can be quite a "momentum" breaker. It almost always takes longer than anticipated. Some photographers usually discourages it as they feel it takes valuable time away from your photography coverage. Splitting the coverage from morning to sunset or another day will require a separate sitting fee. Please consult with coordinator about the fees required for each specific request.
As a standard the photographers will take over 36 photos with the exact amount determined by how much time she has with you and how well you do in front of the camera. The quality and amount of photographs taken will be directly affected by the cooperation and promptness of your wedding party. Given this, she will take plenty of photos to insure a variety of different poses for you to choose from. Note - this answer applies to all photo packages, not just the 36 pack.
The package you choose depends on several factors...
Photographically speaking, the best time of day is late afternoon into sunset, this is when the lighting is most flattering. It will be cooler & more comfortable for you and your guests. The worst time of day is ±10:00am to ±2:00pm when the sun is directly overhead. Direct overhead bright sunlight results in highly undesirable photographic lighting conditions, in addition, the temperature is often an uncomfortable 90° (& humid) during the mid day hours.
If you are having your wedding on a public beach it would probably be best to choose a week day. The beaches tend to be more crowded on the weekends (Saturdays in particular.)
Get the exact the sunset time for your wedding day, it varies between 5:30 to 7:15 with the shortest days in the winter. Once you select the appropriate package, you need to make sure you schedule your wedding to allow enough time. For instance, if the sun sets at 7:00 on your wedding day and you choose the 36-pack (a 2-hour package) you need to start your wedding at 5:00. We usually schedule the sunset time as the ending time of your photography coverage. The sun sets fast in the tropics with very little twilight time. Shortly after the sun sets - there is no longer enough available light. We don't have the luxury of making up time at the end on a sunset wedding.
As a standard I only recommend medium format. The medium format photographers utilize different types of camera, but the majority use hasselblad portrait cameras and lenses - the finest equipment available. Additionally, the photographers carry a complete back-up hasselblad camera body, lenses and flash to all of their weddings.
Technically, medium format photography refers to the size of the negative that the camera produces, that is, a medium format camera produces a "medium" sized negative. Normal 35mm photography that you are accustomed to would be considered to produce a "small" negative. Creative Touch Photography uses Hasselblad cameras and lenses. This is one of the most popular,reliable, and respected brands of medium format cameras. This camera produces large 2¼ x 2¼ inch square negatives (3½ times larger than a 35mm negative). A medium format negative has to be enlarged only 2.2 times to produce a standard 5x5 print, whereas a 35mm negative must undergo far more magnification to produce the equivalent size 4x6 print. As a result, photos from medium format are extremely sharp and ideal for enlargements - up to wall-portrait size. Medium format cameras are often referred to as "Portrait" style cameras. The model Creative Touch Photography uses is completely manual allowing precise manual control of aperture, exposure, focus, (and flash when needed.) Working "manually" requires expertise in the delicate, dynamic "science & art" of lighting. Medium format photography equipment is more expensive to purchase and maintain. The film itself is more expensive to purchase and process. Most retail photo labs that you are accustomed to do not process and/or print medium format film. Creative Touch Photography uses the services of one of the most reputable professional photo labs (catering strictly to professional photographers) in the nation for all of her processing and printing. These are some of the reasons why you may have noticed a substantial price difference in the cost of medium format photography packages vs 35mm packages.
Generally the coverage starts with the limousine arrival (if applicable), entrance of the bride, candid shots of the ceremony, followed by cake, champagne & formals of the Bride & Groom. If you have guests attending the photographer will do any family and friend combinations that you would like. For sunset weddings, the last ½ hour of coverage is reserved for the Bride & Groom's beach and sunset photos. It is important that you choose the appropriate package that allows time for coverage of these events.
The photographer would like to review your list prior to the wedding so they can make sure you have allowed enough time to get all of the shots you are hoping for. You should assign your list to someone in your wedding party who knows all of your guests to be in charge of "gathering" each group. If you do not have guests but have some ideas or images you have seen that you would like to share, the photographer is more than happy to look them over and talk to you about them. Of course your wedding will be unique and your images will reflect you and your day. Special requests will be considered and (depending on location, time of day, lighting conditions, cooperation, promptness and your personalities) every effort will be made to get the specific images you desire.
At certain locations not only is it possible, the photographers highly recommends the couple meet her for some formals of the bride and groom around the grounds before the ceremony. Many couples find it relaxing and helpful to spend some time together beforehand. However, this means that you will need to arrive on-time and ready to go at the time we set. The number one complaint made by photographers is tardiness on the part of the bride/groom and/or wedding party. If you are late your photos will suffer - remember the sunset waits for no one!
Most of our weddings in Hawaii take place outdoors, as a result, receptions are casual and typically take place immediately following the ceremony and consist of cake cutting and champagne. If you are having a reception after sunset you may want to consider posing your cake and champagne shots beforehand to take advantage of the light of day and the beautiful scenery.
Each photographer has their own policy on the cost of black and white film and will require a quote. However, some photographers will gladly substitute a roll of your color film for a roll of black and white at no additional charge - you must inform them of this prior to the wedding. Their camera has film backs that hold one roll each (12 exposures). The film cartridge can be removed from the back of the camera at any time mid-roll. The photographer will load up one of the film backs with B&W film and when they see a shot that they feels would be nice in B&W they will remove the color film back, replace it with B&W, take a shot then go right back to color. Due to the extra time needed and additional expense, The photographers does not offer this substitution on 24 photo package.
Yes, make sure that you are on time to your wedding! In order to create beautiful portraits, the photographer will need to be able to spend the time you deserve and paid for without being rushed. The sun sets fast in the tropics with very little twilight time. Once the sun has set - there is not enough available light to capture the beautiful scenery. Relax! You have put a lot of time and energy into planning the perfect wedding and now that your special day is here, place your trust in the people you have hired. Enjoy each other and the beauty of the moment.
Yes, it is customary and greatly appreciated however it is not mandatory. A gratuity is to the client's discretion. Usually it is the officiant, musician, photographer, videographer, hair stylist and anyone you would like to thank for a job well done.
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