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Sunsets I usually have more control with lighting. Kauai mornings can be amazing, 30 mins to one hour after sunrise. But whatever time, it's really all up to the sun, clouds, mist, wind, etc. Needless, I produce wow-factor photographs at all times of the day.
Unless it's pouring I usually shoot. An umbrella is a great looking prop in a photo shoot so having one with you is an awesome idea. Bear in mind, rain is commonplace in Kauai. That's why it's so verdant. While it's not common to have persistent rain, five minute showers are typical. See cancellation policy question in this Q and A.
I'm flexible on swapping dates, times, when I can, so if you cancel because you no longer can make it or you think you won't like the weather, I'll only refund the deposit if I'm able to rebook the time. If it starts to rain during the shoot, I'll continue to shoot unless it pours and we both agree to call it a day. To reschedule you'll need to cover the cost of a new ROE permit ($20). If we cannot reschedule, your deposit can be used on a future shoot with me, not transferrable, not redeemable for cash.
You download your Kauai photography full resolution digital images from a private gallery I will make for you, linked to your email. So it's very important once you book to give me your email address and your mobile phone number.
Typically 2 to 5 days for 1-2 hour sessions, 1-2 weeks for multiple hour events.
Shared ownership. You and me. You have the right to print, sell, publish, etc. When you post on social media I would appreciate being tagged.
I'm so busy that I've done away with specific hiring agreements. However, this Q and A details how I work, what you’ll receive, when, etc, so please take this Q and A as our agreement. If you agree with this, book me; if you feel you need something else, by all means let me know in writing. That’s it. Mahalo.
I always edit about 15-20 more photos than are included in your package so you can choose your favorites. If your preference is to see ALL the session photos and choose the ones you want, I can do a one-pass color balance edit of all the photos for an add-on fee $150 mini session, $300 a one-hour session.
In Prime and Summit packages that include editing yes. If it's minor changes no charge. If it's major (such as posture alteration) 2 photos no charge, then $100 per hour. In some photos alteration might not be feasible. Basic packages I do not do editing changes.
Sorry. no. My edited photos are an artistic expression of the RAW so giving away elemental stages of my craft does't make creative sense to me. But you can request a one-pass edit of all your usable photos from your set and I'll upload them to your gallery. The add-on fee is $150 for a mini session and $300 for a one-hour session.
Not really feasible. You might want only a single Kauai family photograph or a few but when I turn up for a photo session, I'm yours. I don't double book. So you'll receive more photographs than you think you'll need, but you might just be thrilled!
"Basic" is photos straight out of the camera but with minor adjustments for exposure, cropping and horizon straightening. Prime package photos are fully edited for color correction, shadow correction/bright-light (hot spot) smoothing, photo clutter removal, background enhancement, and minor portraiture touch-up. Summit includes all that's done in Prime packages, and then another level of editing focusing on esthetics both subjects and background.
Backlighting is one of the main reasons people want sunset shoots, yet sometimes the sun won't cooperate. The lighting assistant will hold a backlight in situations where a light stand isn't going to work, such as in the surf, making up for that missing sun for stunning photographs. Just one of the benefits of the LA. There are at least six benefits including advantages for daytime shoots.
My favorite photo locations are all along our north shore, Kilauea to Ke'e. But I do shoot all over our island.
Not without a second shooter, a licensed drone flyer. Add-on fees start at $500
Kauai surprise proposals? Absolutely. I recommend that you tell your significant other you're having a photo shoot. It will still be a surprise when you pop the question. But doing it this way we'll be eliminating the precise spot and timing which ultimately might not be the best time and spot, especially if a large family with a tent gets there first.
At Sunsets at The Beach, I believe special moments are worth capturing well, not that selfies don't capture moments, but awesome high quality photography is sooo special, from the big milestones to the everyday moments. I shoot amazing professional family photography, baby moon photography, couples photography, surprise proposals, seniors portraits on the beach. extended family photography, family celebrations, family vacations, vow renewals and wedding photography.
Ready to book your next photo shoot? Contact me today to schedule your session. For beach photography I offer mini sessions, 1-hour sessions and longer sessions which work well for extended families. I'm always happy to answer any questions you may have. Let me help you capture life's special moments!
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