Wedding Packages
— for Oregon & Beyond —
Hello, and welcome! My name is Alix. I specialize in intentional, artistic experiences that embody you and your partner through my unique eye. I want your pics to feel real, natural, and non-cheesy. I will get to know you, your style, what your relationships with your friends and family feel like, the music you listen to, and pull this into custom, intentional imagery. I am here to photograph you, your partner, your friends and families, as you truly are, at this point in time.
My approach to full weddings…
Yes, you should choose that rad venue in the middle of the desert. Or the one that sits on a cliff. Or the Airbnb you saw on Pinterest. Or the spot down the street you’ve always dreamt of getting married at. Let your creative dreams come to life and hire the vendors you’ve been following on Instagram since before you met your partner. Then invite your favorite people to experience this setting with you. Spend the day with them, or even the whole weekend. Party, laugh, joke, reminisce on how in the hell you made it to this day. Drink all whiskey your heart desires. Build a bonfire. Let me capture this amazing experience through my lens, and echo it back to you through intentional imagery.
The Planning Process
It starts with a phone call..
We’ll start by jumping on a phone call to get to know each other. I like to ask a lot of questions about the two of you, your personalities, how you met, etc. I want to learn about what’s important to you in your lives as well as your vision for your day.
We’ll make a timeline..
From there, we’ll make a timeline that will best suit your needs, just as a starting-off point. This will help us narrow down which package is best for you. I will explain to you my ideal photo schedule, and we will make sure it aligns with your needs. I typically do this during the initial call, just to give us a jumping off point for the package, but the timeline is fully adjustable.
We’ll get you booked..
Once you’re comfortable and ready, we’ll get you booked! I’ll send over a copy of my digital contract for you to sign. The deposit is 50% and I will include instructions for payment. It’s a very easy process!
Preparing for the big day..
This is where the magic happens. Once booked, the first thing I’ll do is send you my guides. They are full of information on how to get the most out of your day. I will follow you on Instagram, add you on Pinterest, and send out my questionnaire to REALLY get to know you. My questionnaire will ask personal questions about how you fell in love, how you spend most of your time, what music you’re into, etc. I don’t want to show up on your wedding day feeling like I don’t know a single thing about you. I want to know what you’re all about so that I can accurately capture your essence. By the time we shoot together, we’ll feel like old friends.
The big day...
The day of the elopement will be a blast. As always, I’ll come prepared with snacks, water, and a first aid kit just in case. Forget something on your way out? Give me a call or text and I should be able to snag it for you! I am here to make sure everything runs smoothly. Once we arrive, we’ll get to soak in the beautiful location you’ve chosen, taking pictures, laughing, hugging friends and family, and truly enjoying your wedding day. I’ll direct and guide everyone to make sure we’re getting the best pics possible. If you’re awkward in front of the camera, don’t worry! I’ll give your prompts that will look and feel natural throughout the session, while allowing room for your natural interactions to come out. We’ll hug (if Covid-19 is no longer around) and say goodbye, then I’m off to edit the photos.
The editing and delivery process..
It is important to me that the colors/vibe match your day perfectly. I edit all of my images myself by hand, and this is one of my favorite parts of the process because it’s where I get to bring the final story to life. After 2 weeks, you’ll have your photos in hand and will cherish them for years to come.
FAQs
HACIENDA, ANTIGUA WEDDING
Where are you located?
I am based out of Portland, Oregon, but am available for travel worldwide.
Will you direct us on posing?
Definitely! Although I have a candid style of shooting, I actually do a lot of directing at my shoots. I’ll tell you where to stand, what to do, and give you actions to perform. I leave room for interaction and am always watching for the moments you forget yourself and relax.
If you’re a bit uncomfortable in front of the camera, no worries! I’ll watch for moments where you’re not sure what to do and give you plenty of direction. Most of my clients are not professional models, so they feel awkward at first, but trust me, once we start shooting, you’ll relax and have fun.
How many images can we expect?
I edit all of the good ones. This means I only remove shots of people blinking, making weird faces, or exact duplicates. This typically ends up being a minimum of 100 images per hour of shooting. I tend to over-deliver, so you’ll have plenty!
Does it cost to have you travel?
My wedding day pricing includes travel for up to 1 hour away from Portland. If you are planning a wedding that is further away, let me know your destination, and I’ll get you a quote!
Do we get printing rights?
Absolutely! You have full printing rights to all of the images. You have the option to print through my site, but you can also download and print them anywhere you’d like!
How much is the deposit and is it refundable?
My deposit is 50%, and is non-refundable. Because I have reserved the date for your event, I am then turning away other business on that date.
How long does the gallery stay up?
I commit to 5 years after your wedding. However, it will most likely be longer. However, I will notify you if the images are going to be taken down.
What do we do if it’s raining on our wedding day?
For weddings, I always bring something to protect my camera just in case. If you’re up for it, I love getting umbrella shots in the rain. I am also very accustomed to shooting indoors, so I have no problem with moving things inside. I recommend having a tent as a backup plan. Typically, it does not rain the entire day, but instead rains in spurts. If your ceremony needs to be outside, you can usually wait 15 minutes or so, pop outside and have the ceremony, then head back to cover. The same goes for portraits—I can grab you when it stops raining at different points for pics!
I also highly recommend ordering clear, bubble umbrellas for your wedding day. These umbrellas are absolutely adorable! They are great for photos because they are transparent, which allows me to capture your guests’ faces while they remain safe under the umbrella
Do you use a second-shooter?
Yes! My wedding package includes a second shooter on the wedding day for up to 6 h ours.
What is your turnaround time?
2 weeks.
Pricing
8 Hours for $8,000 (only available November through May)
12 Hours for $10,500 (My only package that is available June through October)
Contact for full price list.
All packages include..
—Travel within 2 hours of Portland (reach out for out of state pricing)
—Access to my location and planning guides
—Help with timeline.. I gotchu!
—A min. of 100 edited images per hour of shooting
—6 rolls of 35mm film
—4 packs of polaroids (8 images per pack)
—Second shooter at wedding
—An online, downloadable gallery
—Full printing rights.. you can print through me, or anywhere you’d like!
—Full gallery delivered 2-3 weeks after wedding
—My full and complete attention and devotion to making things run smoothly, and feel FUN on your wedding day
To receive a full price list,
please reach out to me below.
My Style
Natural, organic, non-posed imagery really captures my attention most. As an empath, I love feeling the vibes you bring as a couple, and playing on those emotions with my imagery. I watch for the way you lean on their shoulder, smile when they look at you, or hold pinkies instead of holding hands. I watch for these things, and I capture them, because those subtleties are the essence of your relationship. I’ll guide and direct you, while leaving room for improvisation and play. I am here to help with styling and making sure your photos look cohesive and intentional. Let’s document you, as you are, at this point in your life.
Next step: Get in touch.
IMPORTANT: I RESPOND WITHIN 1-3 DAYS. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE, CHECK YOUR JUNK! UNFORTUNATELY, MY MESSAGES OFTEN END UP IN A JUNK FOLDER.
