Frequently Asked Questions - Ask Ash Photography

Thanks for taking the time to check out these frequently asked questions. I hope they help guide you to make the best decision for your special day. If there are any questions you still have after the fact, please don't hesitate to reach me!

Ask Ash Photography - Elopement, Intimate Wedding Q&A

1. Q: “Ash, you advertise services for small intimate weddings or elopements. How do I know if my wedding is small enough?”

A: Most of my small weddings range from 10-50 guests. Most often it's immediate family and friends. I do accept and approach inquiries for 50-100 guests but that package will be completely customized which we can chat about whenever you're ready!

2. Q: How does the booking process work?

A: First you get the ball rolling by reaching out to me via email! Then I'll reach out to setup an initial chat to go over the details of your day. This helps to ensure my services and your expectations are in alignment with one another. We also get the chance to break the ice and get comfortable at no cost you whatsoever. It's like a first date essentially!

3.Q: If we setup a call together am I obligated to book?

A: Not at all! If there are no sparks between us I will undoubtably be heartbroken but ultimately want you to pick the best fit for your day, even if that's not me! (Now that's true love lol)

4. Q: Do you only work in certain locations?

A: Nope! I'll travel anywhere (bonus points for Italy, Scotland, & Ireland) that time and availability allows but most frequently I'm requested on the East Coast. I have home base in NJ and SC so those are popular locations for me as well.

5. Q: How do we get our pictures at the end of your services?

A: I give a 3 month buffer for edits but try to get to the asap. I also send a small sneak peak file the week after your special day. Once edits are done I will send you a digital link where you can download and share photos to your hearts content. I hold you photos in the system for 6 months so make sure to download them to at least two separate locations for safe keeping!

6. Q: How much do packages cost?

A: All packages are completely customized to best serve your unique day. The average cost of booking for elopements is $2,000 and intimate weddings $4,000.

7. Q: How does it work if you've never been to our ceremony or elopement location?

A: I LOVE shooting in new places so don't you worry about me! I'll do all my research before hand about location, distances, parking, permits, golden hours, and more. I always get to new locations early to make sure I can scout out the area, get inspired and be ready to roll to make the most of our time together! If there's anything extra special about your location make sure to mention it on our call together.

8. Q: Are prints included in your packages?

A: They aren't automatically included but if that's something you're interested in let me know so we can build it into your custom package!

9. Q: Do you have insurance?

A: Yes, yes I do! My business is up to date and properly filled with the state and insured!

10. Q: Is there a minimum your packages start at for elopements?

A: Yes, packages start at $1,500 for elopement.

11. Q: Is there a minimum your packages start at for intimate weddings?

A: Yes, packages start at $3,000.

12. Q: Do you offer engagement sessions?

A: Yes I do and I LOVE them. Honestly, some of my favorite sessions are engagement sessions. I always encourage them as they are such a great way to get comfortable being behind the camera, my shooting style but most of all you'll love them more than your wedding or elopement pictures, I promise! You get to curate the perfect date or quality time spent to reflect both your personalities and your love story! You can book an engagement session individually or we can add it into your overall package at a discounted rate. Engagement sessions on their own start at $400 for an hour and varies based on details like location and outfit changes.

13. Q: Do you offer proposal services?

A: Yes I do! You can reach out to me about the plan and details you had in mind to create a custom package. Local proposal sessions start at $500.

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There you have it folks, those are my most frequently asked questions. I hope that helps as you navigate this decision! I just wanted to stop and say, thank you. I know there are a lot of other vendor options out there and appreciate you so much for considering me to be apart of your special day.