"My family was fortunate enough to secure Hilary for our little angel's wedding. Being the only girl and youngest of seven it was to be the most important family event of our lives. Hilary was gracious enough to spend time leading up to catching some much needed candid shots of our family which is spread out and rarely all together. The rehearsal and the ceremony were covered beautifully and my sister was thrilled with the way everything turned out. From the entire Pickett family, thank you dear, truly from the bottom of our hearts you are amazing."
-Matthew P.
W E D D I N G P H O T O G R A P H Y F A Q :
Do you offer a free consultation for weddings?
Of course! Please do reach out to me via phone, text, email, or whatever method is easiest for you to discuss your big day! I'm also more than happy to meet with you in person over coffee or a drink so long as you are located within a 25 mile radius of Durham. Also available for a zoom call!
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes! Travel and road trips are another big passion of mine! For travel outside a 50+ mile radius of Durham I do require a fee of .56/mile, if located outside a 2 hour radius, I will need hotel accommodations, and if it outside an 8 hour radius, I will require airline + hotel accommodations.
How many weddings have you shot?
I have shot close to 30 weddings ranging from 100 - 300 + guests.
Do you offer videography services?
I do not. Eventually, I would love to expand my business to include videography, but as for now, I strictly work with stills. I can, and would love to, help refer you to some incredibly talented videographers though!
Do you have a second shooter?
For an additional charge, I am happy to provide a highly capable and professional second shooter!
Do you offer prints and albums?
Of course! Prints and products are sold separately from my packages on my e-commerce store with access to the highest quality and top-rated labs in the country. All orders can be fulfilled through your online gallery and paid with any major credit card. Items will then ship directly to your mailing address within a couple weeks. I offer discounted bulk ordering as well.
What types of prints and products do you have available?
I have over 200 + types of prints and merchandise available on my webstore including, but not limited to, canvas, metal prints, custom framed pieces, archival albums and matted prints, coffee mugs, coasters, tee-shirts, tote bags, etc. I am also happy to discuss and work with you on creating custom items such as hanging murals, shower curtains, tissues boxes, clocks, jewelry, you name it!
Do you photograph same-sex marriages?
Of course! Love is love! I have never shot a same-sex marriage so I'd be highly honored if you would be my first!
Do you cover elopements?
Absolutely! My silver package is generally ideal for elopements.
When will we get our photos?
Generally speaking, my turnaround time for wedding albums (depending on size, duration, and current workload) is 1-2 months. I put as much love into editing your album as you put into your relationship. I'll post a "sneak preview" with about 10-15 edited images a week after your wedding.
Do you mind if my Uncle Joe snaps a few photos?
Of course not! I do, however, politely ask that any guest that plans on taking photos (which I know is about everyone in attendance) be respectful of my time & requests and to not interfere with the task in which I am hired to accomplish. I do STRONGLY recommend having an announcement made prior to the start of the ceremony asking guests to put away their cellphones. There is nothing worse to me than looking over my ceremony shots only to see a cellphone in every hand of the attendants. It negates the sacredness of your ceremony and takes the attention away from the most monumental part of the day! Trust me, I've never had any rebuttal/issue to/with this request. Most couples thank me when they receive their album for this recommendation.
What wedding venues do you recommend?
I'm in the process of compiling a list of my personal recommendations, so for now, I encourage you to do some scouting on google, bing, yelp, pinterest, wedding wire, etc. There are too many great ones to name! If you have your theme, guest list, preferences, and budget worked out, contact me and I can give you a few good solid suggestions based on your criterion.
How do we book with you?
To secure me as your photographer (thank you so much, I'm so very honored!) I require 1/3 of your chosen package fee and signed contract.
I N V E S T M E N T :
SILVER PACKAGE: Perfect for elopements, small and intimate ceremonies, and civil arrangements.
--Two hours of continuous coverage
--Standard retouching on all high resolution digital files
--Downloadable album of all edited and retouched high resolution proofs
--Social media share gallery
--Print release
--Online gallery for print and merchandise ordering
--15% off Engagement or Bridal Session
$895
ROSE GOLD PACKAGE: Ideal for capturing the key elements of your day, such as ceremony, formal portraits, introduction and first dance.
--Four hours of continuous coverage
--Standard retouching on all high resolution digital files
--Downloadable album of all edited and retouched high resolution proofs
--Social media share gallery
--Print release
--Online gallery for print and merchandise ordering
--25% off Engagement or Bridal Session
$1395
YELLOW GOLD PACKAGE: Ideal for capturing the key elements + partial reception coverage -or- pre-ceremony coverage such as getting ready shots.
--Six hours of continuous coverage
--Standard retouching on all high resolution digital files
--Downloadable album of all edited and retouched high resolution proofs
--Print release
--Social media share gallery
--Online gallery for print and merchandise ordering
--50% off Engagement or Bridal Session
$1595
WHITE GOLD PACKAGE: The most popular choice for full coverage of your day including getting ready and reveal shots, your ceremony, formal portraits + ceremony, and the grand send-off! BONUS Engagement -or- Bridal Session is included as well!
--Eight hours of continuous coverage
--Your choice of an Engagement or Bridal Session
--Standard retouching on all high resolution digital files
--Downloadable album of all edited and retouched high resolution proofs
--Print release
--Social media share gallery
--Online gallery for print and merchandise ordering
$2295
PLATINUM PACKAGE: The Complete Package: all day coverage including early morning wedding party prep time, reveal, ceremony, formal portraits, full reception, + send off. Includes both Engagement and Bridal session.
--Up to twelve hours of continuous coverage
--Engagement & Bridal Session
--Standard retouching on all high resolution digital files
--Downloadable album of all edited and retouched high resolution proofs
--Print release
--Social media share gallery
--Online gallery for print and merchandise ordering
$3395
CUSTOM PACKAGES:
Need fewer hours or have a destination wedding outside of NC? Contact me directly for a custom quote!