FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are you available for travel?
A: Yes. Speak with me for further details. I build travel expenses into the price. If the distance is greater than 100 miles round trip, a transportation estimate will be discussed.
Q: Do you offer password-protected proof galleries?
A: Yes. I can upload proofs to a password-protected Pixieset gallery before editing if requested.
Q: What areas are you able to service?
A: I am available for photography in:
Los Angeles
Orange County
San Diego
Inland Empire
Central California
Santa Barbara
I will soon be available for photography in:
Raleigh
Wake Forest
Rolesville
Durham
Cary
Apex
Knightdale
If you or your desired location to shoot is outside of these areas, please contact me for a custom quote.
Q: How will you make me feel comfortable in my pictures?
A: This is part of how I brand myself as a photographer. I don't know how many times I've had a client say to me, "Wow. This isn't so bad. You really make me feel at ease." I will speak with you many times before our shoot so you are comfortable with me, how I communicate, and my humor. Also, during the shoot, laughter is key. Have FUN! It relaxes you and shows you at your best. Many of my clients are not trained models. Models are conscious and intentional of how they pose. As a model myself, I can help offer guidance, but I never want to pose you. I want my clients to be natural. If something is funny in our shoot, I will laugh along and snap shots while you laugh for beautiful candids.
Q: I would like to order prints from my shoot, how do I go about doing this?
A: I can guide you through the process with different printers. Contact me with the sizes you are interested in, and I can help you order your custom package through Shutterfly or a similar platform. Prices vary by size, shipping and delivery/pickup options.
Q: Do you shoot RAW or JPEG files?
A: I shoot RAW on Nikon which results in a .NEF file and then retouch the best shots and export as jpegs.
Q: How do I open a .NEF file on a Windows or Mac computer?
A: Mac computers should be able to open .NEF files in Preview. Windows computers should not have a problem. If you are using another OS, you may need to download a RAW image viewer You may also download Nikon Capture.
Q: Do you use any actions or special programs?
A: I use a mix of Lightroom and Photoshop as well as a couple of action sets and presets.
Q: Do you have any assistants or second shooters?
A: Yes. I have assistants and multiple second shooters who work on larger shoots as needed.
Q: Is payment due in full?
A: Yes. Typically, at the end of the shoot I collect the remainder of the client's payment after the deposit.
Q: How can I pay for my shoot?
A: I accept cash, Venmo, Zelle, PayPal, or personal check made out to Danielle Gray. I also can accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover credit cards if given advance notice.
Q: When will I receive my photos?
A: You’ll get a preview soon after the shoot and a downloadable link with final images will arrive approximately 1-2 weeks after your shoot.
Q: Do you give discounts or special promotions?
A: Yes. Keep an eye out on Facebook or Instagram for special discount promotions!
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