When is the right time for the shoot?

Basically, there is no wrong time for a family documentary. Whether you’re expecting a baby or whether you already hold it in your arms; whether you are at the end of a phase or at the beginning of a new one; every time is right. Because your family is your family, no matter the circumstances or constellation.

It’s definitely not about tidied homes, clean windows or your ideal body weight. There is nothing more beautiful than to have pictures that depict your family the way it is and that will remind you how it has been even years form now.

Will you do a classical family portrait?

If you wish, I will shoot some classical (or lifestyle) portraits at the end of the shoot, trying to keep them as natural as possible.

Will you give directions?

I will stay in the background trying to not disturb and attract attention as well as to not lose connection. Other than for the classical portrait I won’t give any directions, since I want to let things unfold and capture what I see. My responsibility is to have an eye for the moment, the light and the composition. Most importantly, I hope that my pictures will convey real feelings, such as of childhood, family and love. That’s what makes a simple picture meaningful.

Mutual trust is important to me. Respect of your family’s dignity is one of my core values. Your privacy will be minded.

How long will you stay at our wedding?

Usually I stay at weddings for at least 10 hours. Actually most of the times it’s around 14 hours. More days can also be booked.

How many pictures will we get?

You’ll get the best pictures of your wedding day. Depending on how long I am at the wedding, you’ll get around 500 to 1000 photographs.

What style will you edit the pictures? 

I want to keep the pictures looking natural. They will be edited in the same style as the pictures you can find here. I like timeless warm tones. Since I love black and white pictures, some will be edited in black and white, depending on what fits the picture best. I don’t do any retouches, since I want to stay true to my documentary approach.

How much time does it take until we get the pictures? 

I strive to send you the pictures within four weeks after the wedding. You will get access to an online gallery where you can download all the pictures and that you can send to your guests as well.

Can we order photo prints or albums? 

Yes! I love to see the pictures printed. The partners I work with are mindful to use high quality paper that is environmentally friendly and each album is hand crafted. For more information, please write me an email. You can decide after the wedding, if you want to order an album.

Where do you live? Can we book you for weddings abroad? 

I live in Aschaffenburg, Germany (which is next to Frankfurt). I am keen to travel. At the same time I try to reduce my carbon footprint. I am aware that this is a contradiction in itself. Don’t hesitate to ask me though, if you plan a wedding abroad.

From July/August until October we will be in Austria and after that we will go into the wide world. I’ll take my camera with me obviously.

Do you have a second shooter?

A second shooter can be booked additionally. I always recommend it 🙂

Can we meet to get to know each other? 

I love to get to know my couples. We can meet if you live near Aschaffenburg or Graz, and if not – we can always skype.