Caitlin May

I require a 20% deposit to secure your wedding booking. This amount is not refundable in the event of cancellation. Your wedding date will not be 100% secured until deposit is paid and forms are signed. 

The remaining cost is required a week before your big day. However, please feel free to send partial payments as your date draws closer if preferable to you. 

I have a degree in Arts and a degree in Visual Arts (photo media) from Monash University. In the end, however, the only important thing is that you like my work! I have been photographing since I was fifteen and started my own business in 2010. This is my career, and my passion!  

I own the following: 1X Canon 5D Mark IV, 1X Canon 5D Mark III, Canon 85mm 1.2, Canon 50mm 1.8, Sigma 35mm 1.4, Canon 100mm 2.8 Macro, Canon 70-200mm 2.8, Canon 580EX II speedlite, reflector (gold, white, silver), lighting equipment with soft boxes and other additional accessories. 
I have a 27’’ iMac, and an additional 27’’ screen. A tablet, and the newest Photoshop and Lightroom software.

I shoot with two cameras so I don't miss a thing when changing lenses. It also means I have a backup on me at all times.

Absolutely! Lets have a coffee and discuss any ideas or questions you might have. If you're too busy or live in a remote area - I am also happy to Skype.

Yes I have a second shooter you can hire for your day at $50 per hour. This shooter will be experienced and have a similar style to my own.

It’s nice to have family members and friends take photos, but if they get in my way it can be very frustrating for you, and for me! In the end I want to take the most beautiful pictures I can, and I only have a set amount of time to do it in. The moments in weddings that are the best can happen in a few seconds – and if I miss it, then you miss out on getting the photos! I would suggest if you have a friend that wants to shoot - that you have them only photograph the reception, or when I am not around.

Whenever your wedding is 90%+ planned. The wedding meeting is important so I know where I need to be and when. What I need to do, what you’re expecting and the general run sheet of the day. Usually this is a month or so before your date. 

Generally around 80-100 per hour I am there, however I often will go over. You will receive all of the best images from the day.

Ideally I would like an hour to two hours with your bridal party (not including travel or family photographs). This allows for a wide array of shots and allows for everyone to become comfortable in front of the camera. 

Approximately twenty minutes to half an hour should be fine. After the ceremony is the best time to do this, as everyone is there and ready to go. For bigger families, more time may be required!

Completely dependant on how long I am there, how many photographs I take, and how many edited images you are getting! But allow at least eight weeks. I do not like to rush and would prefer to take more time and have everyone be really happy with the results, than rush and give you sub-par work.

So it has reached your day and the weather has taken a turn and is bucketing down, saturating anything in its path. The important thing to remember is that we will get beautiful photographs regardless! Whilst it is always good to have an under cover location planned, we can also do some gorgeous shots in the rain! Perhaps think about buying some umbrellas, or gumboots? I always make do and we will still have fun and create some beautiful shots together!

I try to be as flexible as possible with my time, especially for weddings! Just talk to me on the day and we will work something out. 

Posing seems incredibly daunting, I know, but you will manage! I have worked with many beginners– in fact there aren't many couples who have had professional photos taken before their wedding. I like to make the phoot shoot time as fun and relaxed as possible - and I think that shows in my work - genuine smiles are the most beautiful! If you are still worried, perhaps book an engagement shoot so you can get comfortable in front of my lens and get some different photos

It may seem like a good idea, but shot lists really can hinder the creativity and flow of the shoot. Let me know if there are particular shots you want me to take, of course – but generally speaking I photograph in a photojournalistic fashion, to capture your day. Family lists are a good idea though, if there are a particular combination of family members you just can't forget!

I have never missed a wedding due to sickness or any other reason. If I cancel, it’s because I am bleeding from my eyes, or some other equally as disturbing reason! On the very very rare chance cancellation occurs, I will find a photographer of consistent style and experience to cover for me. This choice will be approved by the couple and I will make the transition as easy as possible. 

During your wedding day, I am on my feet the whole time, running around like a mad thing to make sure I get all the photos. It’s extremely tiring and my energy wears thin as the day goes on! As a result it is a requirement (and hugely appreciated) that I get some sort of food if I am there when everyone else is eating. There aren’t many photos to take whilst people are eating, anyway!

I am a vegetarian 

All of your images will be retouched, which involves colour toning, contrast, brightness, sharpening and other editing processes. There are, however, a number that I edit a little bit more (30 for first package, 50 for second package) - these are edited individually to remove blemishes, distracting background features (if possible), and other processes to make them perfect for hanging full-size on your wall. 

The finished images will be sent to you digitally in two sizes. Smaller files (for online use) and larger files (for printing). I send them all to your address on a branded USB in a cute box.

High-resolution jpegs (for printing) and medium-resolution jpegs (for online)

Absolutely! I work with a lovely album company that creates beautiful results. Price lists are available upon request - and I can bring samples to our meetings. 

I am more than happy to organize printing for you. Just let me know what you are after. Alternatively, you are welcome to print yourself, as many times as you like. I don’t believe anyone should have a limit on their wedding photos. Go crazy!