Pricing FAQ
Honest answers, upfront.
Why does wedding photography cost what it does?+
A typical wedding involves 8–10 hours of shooting, 30–40 hours of editing, weeks of culling and color-grading, premium gear, backup gear, insurance, and a working team of 2–4 professionals. The price you see covers the actual time and care it takes to deliver heirloom-quality work — not a markup on equipment.
Do you offer payment plans?+
Yes. A retainer reserves your wedding date on our calendar, and the remaining balance is due on the event date. If you would like to spread the balance across scheduled payments before the wedding, we are happy to arrange that — the exact schedule is set out in your service agreement. We accept Zelle, Venmo, bank transfer, and major credit cards. Final galleries and films are released once the balance is paid in full.
What's included in travel fees?+
Travel throughout the immediate DMV is included in every collection — our standard coverage area is 60 miles from Fairfax, VA, which covers Washington DC, all of Northern Virginia, and the Maryland suburbs. Platinum extends to 100 miles and Signature Platinum to 150 miles. Beyond that radius we provide a transparent travel quote — flights, accommodation, and rental for the full crew — billed at cost with no markup.
Can we customize a package?+
Absolutely. The three collections are starting points. Mix add-ons, remove what you don't need, or request a fully custom quote — we'll build a package that fits your wedding day and budget. Just include the details in your inquiry.
How far in advance should we book?+
We recommend booking approximately 13 months before your wedding date. Our calendar fills quickly, especially for peak season weekends in the DMV (May, June, September, October). Currently booking 2026 and 2027 weddings.
What if we need to cancel or reschedule?+
Life happens. Your retainer is non-refundable, and cancellations must be given in writing. Rescheduling is subject to our availability and to the terms of your service agreement — when we have the new date open, we do everything we can to move with you rather than start over.
Do you photograph Vietnamese and multicultural weddings?+
Yes — Kevin and Vinh are bilingual in English and Vietnamese, and we've photographed dozens of Vietnamese tea ceremonies, multicultural fusion weddings, and traditional Catholic + Buddhist ceremonies across the DMV.
When will we get our photos and video?+
Sneak peek photos within 24 hours, your 1-minute teaser video within 24–48 hours, and your full edited gallery plus highlight film within 4–6 weeks — the same timeline written into your service agreement. Heirloom albums (Signature Platinum collection) ship 4–6 weeks after gallery delivery.