PAPILLON STUDIOS

Q. How many photographers will there be at my wedding?

A. We are minimum 2 photographers. Two experienced photographers. ( not an asssistant phohographer ). Unfortunately as much as we like to think the day will go off without a glitch and it usually does, the unexpected sometimes catches us by surprise. If one of us should happen to get into an accident, the other photographer will always continue. For myself it is a piece of mind knowing the client will still get great photographs. Call it a form of insurance. 

Q. How many weddings do you book per year?

A. I book a maximum of 30 weddings per year. This insures that each client receives the very best personalised service and  attention to detail, from beginning to end..

I photograph only 1 wedding per week-end.  This way my focus and undivided attention is dedicated to the wedding couple for the entire day.

Q. How much will it cost to reserve Papillon Studios

A. It really depends on a few factors, such as location and travel expenses, if shooting outside of Montreal.

Generally speaking Montreal Weddings will start at aprox. $4500.00 and out of town weddings at $6000.00  plus travel expenses.

Q. How many photos do you take?
A. When we photograph weddings we do not limit ourselves on the amount of images taken. We take as many photographs as we need to best tell your wedding story.

Q. Are you open to suggestions? 

A. Absolutely. As a matter of fact I encourage it. We will plan the wedding day together. I want to know your likes and dislikes. I want to know what makes you tick. The more I  know the better prepared I will be. In turn the photographs will be will better represent your uniqueness and create emotional memories that you will cherish the rest of your life.

Q. After the wedding how long does it take to see our wedding images?

A. All the images are edited and put into a proof book which usually takes aprox. 6 weeks. They are also posted on a password protected online gallery to be shared with friends and family across the world. Your personal gallery will be online for 4 months. 

 

Q. What kind of equipment do you photograph with?
A. Papillon Studios  uses Canon Digital Professional gear.  We have a variety of high end lenses and cameras and always have back-ups of the most important equipment.  We are constantly  investing in new innovative equipment and software to enable us to give our clients the best we possibly can.

 
Q. Do we get the digital  files?
A. Yes, you will receive all digital files in low-res with your proof book. You will be able to reproduce  quality 5 × 7 prints. The High -Res digital files are available, but that would be determined on a per client/photographer basis. Keep in mind the high-res files are our bread & butter, just the way the negatives were when we were shooting film. 

Q.  How many images will I receive?
A. In general we shoot a minimum of 500 images.

Q. What if it rains?

A. I have a 2500 sq,ft. studio at the clients' disposal at all times. There are also several locations around the city which are always on our radar in case of rain. There is of course is the option of shooting in the rain with numbrellas which could be quite interesting. 

Q. Do  you travel for destination Weddings?

A. Yes, I am available for travel throughout the world.

 Q. Are the images Black and White or Colour?

A. Because we photograph with digital equipment, all our images are initially captured in colour.  We can then convert them into various tones, including B&W and Sepia.

A. We have a convenient and user friendly system to selecting your prints. You simply select the images, size and color or b&w preference in your on line gallery. This allows us to receive your print order through the internet. You will have 4 months to submit your print order on line while your personal gallery is still active. In the case of a digital album where layouts are necessary, we will guide you accordingly to make the process as easy as and convenient as possible.

Q. How long does it take to receive my prints and album?

A.  This will depend of course on which final package you decide. Generally speaking your order will take between 6-8 weeks. If there is a digital album ivolved whereby custom layouts have to be created, it will take a bit longer. We process orders on a first come first serve basis.  Please keep in mind that your order will only be started once it is received in full.

 Q. What is your photography style?
 A. I photograph the day as it evolves in a photojournalistic and unobtrusive style.  I am there to motivate the bride and groom. Your wedding is a direct reflection of your personalities and love for one another. I capture the interaction between you, your family and your friends. Allowing the images to tell the story of your wedding day.

Q. Are personal consultations part of your package?

A. We try to meet several times with our couples as a complimentary service. This gives us the chance to get to know our couples better. We can then reflect their unique personalities in their images.