Who will be photographing my event?

Your primary photographer will be me, Traci Quinn.

Depending on the event and your specific needs, we can include a second photographer for an additional fee but typically I prefer to work with just an assistant.

How do you define your style?

Contemporary lifestyle photography with a touch of Beauty and Fashion

The main thing that will influence the images will be you and your style. Since everyone is different and have their own personality and unique styles, we make sure we get to know our clients a little bit. We understand cameras can sometimes make people feel self-conscious so we make sure to blend in and help you remain relaxed about what we are doing so you can focus on having fun and enjoying your event with family and friends.

How much time should we allocate for photography?

This depends on a few things including what type of event, the number of people in the photo shoot or what type of images you want from us. We offer a variety of packages that are designed to cover events as short as 4 hours but can also cover more intimate or full-day events. Regardless of what you select, we will capture images throughout the scheduled time.

For weddings, we recommend at least 1 hour be allotted to photograph the bride and groom getting ready in their dressing rooms. If the bride and groom prefer not to see each other prior to their ceremony, we will accommodate your portrait session when it best fits the schedule but recommend you set aside time just after the ceremony so we can to photograph the family, the wedding party together with the couple.

To ensure group or family shots are captured as requested, we suggest you notify the people you want included, what time they will be required to be present and also remember to add extra time to the schedule if your event includes a location change.

Regardless of what is scheduled, we will work as quickly as possible and make sure the images captured meet your expectations. It is important to keep in mind that even the best planned events do not always remain on a perfect schedule. We will work with you or your event/location coordinator to ensure we fit into the schedule seamlessly but if there are any specific images you can’t live without then please make sure to plan them into the itinerary of the day.

Do you offer engagement sessions, pre-wedding bridal boudoir and/or after wedding “Trash the Dress” photos?

We do offer these services and can also work with our clients to accommodate a specific type of photo shoot to any wedding package.

Please keep in mind if you need any image ready for your wedding date, the photo session should be scheduled no more than 6-8 weeks before the event so the prints can be delivered.

Please contact us to coordinate the details of these photo sessions.

How many photos will be taken of my event?

This will depend on the duration of the event and the lighting conditions at your event location. We cannot guarantee a specific number of images and will be focused on the quality of the images we capture. A good estimate is approximately 300+ images for an event that is 4-6 hours long.

When will I get my pictures?

After performing some basic retouching, we will post your images to an online photo gallery within 10-15 business days after your event. Depending on the options you select with your package, printed proofs will be delivered within 2-3 weeks from being selected. During the course of retouching the images, we may post a few images from your event on our blog and/or Facebook page prior to delivering all your images.

How long will it take to get my album?

Delivery of the final album depends on the number of requested design changes and image replacements. We only start working on the album design after all images have been retouched. Typically, a 20 page album design will take about 2-6 weeks to deliver the layout and depending on certain album choices, it could be approximately 8-12 weeks after the event to deliver a finished album.

Can I print my own images?

Our custom packages include a proof disc with images set to 4 x 6 at a resolution of 150 dpi. The images stored on the disc can be printed at home or at most photo duplicators or posted online. If clients choose to upgrade to photo-negative disc, they will receive their images at High-resolution offering them additional options for printing.

Regardless of which file delivery choice, we highly recommend our clients print their images through our professional photo lab. We work closely with our photo lab to ensure our computers are calibrated to their printers offering our clients the best images possible. Additionally, our lab ensure their printers are calibrated to the highest-quality output possible and use high-quality professional paper and finishing services to ensure vivid, sharpness, and brilliant images that will last for decades to come.

We can offer discounted prices for bulk-orders same size images or offer competitive pricing for specialty size reprints.

Who own the copyright to the photos?

Bella Vita Photography will hold the copyright to all images we capture. We will gladly reprint any image for your family and friends as requested.

Depending on what package is selected, the client can choose to receive a proof disc with images set to 4 x 6 at a resolution of 150 dpi or upgrade to photo-negative disc that includes personal reproduction rights.

Personal reproduction rights of images will allow clients to reprint and post images on social networking websites but restrict the clients from re-selling or using any image commercially.
Please contact us if you are planning to submit your images for any magazines, blogs, or other publications.

Is there a payment schedule and when are the deposit and payment due?

A non-refundable deposit of up to 25% of the contracted price is required to reserve your booking. 50% of the contract less any deposits all ready paid will be due 90 days prior to your event. The balance of the contracted services is due 7 days prior to the event.

What about fees for permits, studio, travel, hotel or car rental?

There are no travel charges for events within the Los Angeles area (up to 30 miles). If a photo shoot requires a permit or if we need to rent a studio or secure a local hotel room, those charges will be added to the contracted services unless otherwise discussed in advance.

Bella Vita Photography is available for destination weddings worldwide. Events outside of the Los Angeles area are subject to a minimum $150 travel fee but additional fees will be charged depend on the location, number of photographers contracted and any specific circumstance discussed in advance of the event. Please contact us to discuss the details surrounding a destination photo shoot.

How do we reserve and confirm the date for our event?

Reservation are taken on a first come, first served basis. While it is not unusual for us to get inquiries for the same date, we make sure to keep our potential clients informed if someone else may be interested in the same date. Dates are only guaranteed when we have received a signed contract along the required deposit. Also, all subsequent payments must be received prior to your event to maintain your scheduled time.

What equipment do you use?

We use professional, High-Resolution Digital cameras and lenses by Nikon.

We also come prepared with back-up equipment so in the unlikely event we should experience technical problems, we can continue to work without interruption.

We’re here to work with you. If you have other questions, please feel free to contact us at 310-444-9467 or send an email to: info@bellavitaphoto.com