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General
Prices may be altered without notice. Please contact us for an accurate quotation.
A print order should include a contact name, telephone number and clear work instructions. We will assume that orders refer to our website reference numbers and not other numbers unless specified.
We will assume that orders are sized in metric (ie: 20x25=20x25cm) unless stated otherwise.
Service Times
The laboratory turn around times for each service are based on average job size and average volumes and may be extended as workload demands. Rush services are available and depending on workload, these requests may not be achieveable (but we will try!)
Sizes
All sizes of prints and transparencies are approximate and it should be noted that metric sizes are not exactly comparable to those in inches (imperial). It’s best to refer to the supplied conversion chart if you want to be safe. Less image area may appear due to normal masking methods.
Guarantee
If you are not completely satisfied with your prints we will gladly reprint without charge.
International Paper Sizes
A0 84.1 x 118.8 cms
A1 59.4 x 84.1 cms
A2 42.0 x 59.4 cms
A3 29.7 x 42.0 cms
A4 21.0 x 29.7 cms
A5 14.8 x 21.0 cms
Print Finish
Gloss (G), Satin (S) or Matte (M)
Size |
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Metric |
Imperial |
Cost |
Finish |
10x15 cms |
6x4 inches |
$3.00 |
G,S or M |
13x18 cms |
5x7 inches |
$8.00 |
G,S or M |
21x30 cms |
A4 |
$10.00 |
G,S or M |
28x35 cms |
11x14 inches |
$20.00 |
G or S |
28x42 cms |
12x18 inches |
$25.00 |
G or S |
40x50 cms |
16x20 inches |
$35.00 |
G or S |
50x60 cms |
20x24 inches |
$60.00 |
G or S |
50x76 cms |
20x30 inches |
$85.00 |
G or S |
Technical specifications
It’s important to remember that the photographic industry is still largely based around inches, therefore canvas / image sizes should be provided at the exact metric conversion for the common sizes if possible. See conversion table above.
Canvas Prints (estimates)
The cost of canvas prints tends to fluctuate. Please contact us for an accurate price. The cost estimates below are estimates provided on supplier information. Please note there are other siszes available - the ones listed are the most popular sizes.
Size |
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30x40 cms |
12x16 inches |
$120 |
Canvas |
40x50 cms |
16x20 inches |
$140 |
“ |
50x76 cms |
20x30 inches |
$180 |
“ |
58x91 cms |
24x36 inches |
$240 |
“ |
Framing Prints
We provide framing services to match your photographs. If you would like an estimate on framing a print for presentation purposes please contact us.
1. Do you provide quotes?
Absolutely. You need to know how much the photographic services and products will cost. I provide an itemised breakdown of the costs for you to consider.
2. How long is the quote valid?
Normally it is thirty (30) days from issue of the quote. This is documented in the quote. Like yourself, supplier costs fluctuate over the new year and mid year periods and photographers need to be able to adjust their quotes accordingly.
3. Can we negotiate on price?
Unfortunately no. I have certain costs involved which are well understood (gear, printing, laboratory, albums, etc) and try at all times to provide value for money. Bidding against other photographers creates a tense situation for all parties involved. And in my experience it ends up affecting the quality of the photographs. I sometimes order products in bulk (when several booking are confirmed) which allows me to pass on the savings.
4. Can I change my wedding date after I pay my deposit?
Yes. It's best to do this asap as weekend bookings over spring and summer fill up quickly. As I only ever do one wedding per day (and often one per weekend) you need to be organised. If it's a late change (< 6 months away), and there's a booking conflict, I will contact you to resolve the matter. This may involve us working through dates to see what is available or referring you to another photographer.
5. Why do I have to pay a non-refundable deposit?
The non refundable desposit is designed to cover those circumstances where a client books you for an event and then later seeks to cancel the booking. Wedding bookings normally happen 10-12 months in advance and when clients cancel it often places myself in a situation where you have no chance to rebook the date. I often refer couples to other photographers because I have a confirmed booking. Believe it or not - I have had couples cancel two weeks before an event without any explanation. The non-refundable deposit is designed to cover these situations. If the couple has a legitimate reason for cancelling the wedding I often refund the deposit (even though I am not obliged). If someone suffers a personal tragedy I wouldn't want to benefit from that.
Just like you would not employ a builder without a contract, you should never employ a photographer without one. The contract protects both parties by spelling out what each parties expectations are in the deal. For example, the contract states that a client is covered for a refund of all costs should a technical malfunction occur on the day which prevents him / her from taking photographs. Equally, the contract states that full payment must be recieved two weeks before the event date. You should not be afraid of the contract: rather see it as a way of protecting yourself.
8. Why do I need to fill out a client questionaire?
My job is to tailor the wedding to achieve the absolute best result. Having important information like dates, times, names and locations greatly helps with the process. Without the information, the photographer may miss a special moment the bride wants photographed, or may not get a shot of the groom with his brother (because he did not know he had one!). So filling out the information makes sure that all the critical information is captured. If you prefer, I am happy to come over and interview you to collect the information.
Thanks - Grant