Q: HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE?
A: My style is romantic and true to life. When looking back on your photos I want you to feel like they will last forever without going out of style.
Q: WHAT IS YOUR IDEAL CLIENT?
A: I take on all types of couples! I am quite a weirdo (in a good way) as I love to goof around with my couples! I love to work with those who have a sense of adventure, who are not afraid to be romantic with each other in public and consider themselves free spirits! If this sounds like you, lets chat!!
Q: HOW FAR IN ADVANCE DO YOU BOOK WEDDINGS?
A: I typically book weddings anywhere from 7-12 months in advance. I happily take weddings over a year in advance!
Q: WHAT TYPE OF EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE AND DO YOU SHOOT FILM?
A: I work with professional Canon equipment, including my Canon film camera!!
Q: DO YOU TRAVEL TO PHOTOGRAPH WEDDINGS?
A: ABSOLUTELY, YES! I am an adventurer and LOVE to travel everywhere no matter the distance. Your wedding doesn’t have to be at a tropical resort for me to get excited about working with your location.
Q: WHAT’S INVOLVED IN BOOKING OUR WEDDING/PHOTO SESSION?
A: Email me with all your wedding date information to make sure that I am available. Once we determine that, we can discuss collections and options for me to photograph your wedding!! In order to officially book, a contract and retainer are required. I book on a first come, first serve basis, upon receipt of a signed contract along with the retainer. If you’d like to book your wedding or session, email me at, chelsearuger@gmail.com to get a copy of the contract.
Q: HOW MANY EDITED PICTURES WILL WE BE GETTING FROM YOU?
A: From a 1 hour portrait session, you will get about 60-80 carefully edited images. From an 8 hour wedding, you will get about 80-100 edited images per hour.
Q: WHAT IS AN UNPLUGGED WEDDING?
A: My favorite kind, honestly! But in all seriousness, this means that guests are refrained from taking photos with camera, cell phones, iPads, GoPros and so fourth. Trust me, I have seen it all! Sadly, there have been so many weddings that due to a guest standing in the isle or stepping in front during group photos where a photographer had missed a moment and you just can’t get that second back. I don’t mind at the reception but I highly recommend going unplugged during your ceremony so that I can professionally capture your vows.
Q: WE AREN’T SURE IF WE WANT AN ENGAGEMENT SESSION OR NOT, DO YOU THINK WE SHOULD?
A: I always recommend taking advantage of the engagement session prior to the wedding! This is a wonderful way for me to get to know the both of you and get you comfortable in front of the camera. I also include these in each of my collections so that you can use them for save-the-dates and announcements along with keeping the same style photos for both days. Unfortunately, these cannot be taken out of your package as this is my gift to you!
Q: CAN WE EDIT ANY OF THE PICTURES YOU GIVE US?
A: Simple, no. I say this because I spending hours, and sometimes days, editing your photos to my style and creativity which is why you choose me in the first place, right?! My couples trust me 100% which make this the best job in the world!
