Abby and Ryan
It was so nice speaking with you earlier. I certainly hope that I will get to play my part of your wedding, I know that we can create a beautiful and meaningful images together
Here is a quick recap of what we talked about:
date: Saturday April 25, 2026
venue: 60 Pine
number of guests: 120
number in wedding party: 4 each
getting ready near the venue and you won’t see each other before the cermeony
Planner: Melisa Imberman, The Event of a Lifetime
Welcome Dinner on Friday 4/24 at The Overstory
Most importantly – we will create beautiful photos naturally, both in the portrait portion as well as all the meaningful moments throughout the day that will make your wedding special and uniquely yours. You can relax and enjoy the day to the fullest while we take care of capturing the joy, the fun, the details – all of it.
I truly believe that my role at your (and every) wedding is to be your memory and I always try to capture moments that will remind you of how you were feeling when they were taken while at the same time giving a meaningful glimpse into the day for anybody who may not have been there. I try to preserve time to let you slow down the day through images at any time after.
We have a few tricks up our sleeve to make sure that everything on the wedding day will run smoothly.
Here are some concerns I hear frequently about working with other photographers and how we handle them:
“We don’t want lights everywhere that will ruin the mood of our space and the evening”
While we will need some lighting at night to get good quality images, we will not blast the room with spotlights or floodlights. We have low-key on and off camera flashes that will barely be noticed. Being photo/video ninjas is how we get the most amazing and intimate natural photos. Capturing the overall feeling of the mood is an essential part of what I strive for.
“We want to make sure to have everything captured”
we will definitely capture all of it from a variety of angles and visual options, from closeups of details to the wide party shots. We usually bring a drone for some areal footage whenever possible.
“We don’t want to wait for weeks or months for our photos and video”
Another crucial part of why clients are so happy with us is our fast turnaround. Our on-site assistant/editor will pull 30-100 selects that you will receive the next day – fully edited and retouched. For video, we usually have the highlight edit finished within 2 weeks and the long film within a month.
2-4 weeks before weddingLonger consultation on phone or in person discussing and advice on wedding day details relating to video: specific timeline, shot list, family dynamics, expectations. We will discuss what matters to the clients, how they see themselves as a couple and how they envision the day to unfold. It is also helpful to have suggestions from parents and clients for specific groups and combinations not to be missed. Final balance is due at this time.
Up to 10 hours of coverage. We will capture as specified previously and according to timeline.
Preparation. This part will be mainly journalistic capturing the essence of the preparation as well as details as available such as invitations, wedding bands, flowers, and dress.
Formal pictures. We aim for jaw dropping portraits, especially of the couple, but also of any other groups. We will discuss expectations and timing beforehand to be sure to have the time needed for beautiful, deliberate and personal portraits and tableaus. If the time will be less than initially agreed on, some of the combinations may not be able to be taken during this time. Photographer will make every effort to catch up later during the day but this cannot be guaranteed. For video, we will follow the photographer and take behind the scenes footage of the group photos and couple and may direct every now and then to get some photos with more movement to capture the personalities of the couple, wedding party, and families.
Ceremony. We will make every effort to capture the ceremony in every detail as well as true emotions throughout the ceremony from many angles of both the couple as well as their attendants and guests. We will be low-key and will try to not be between ceremony and guests whenever possible. We will work within the parameters (if any) given by venue or officiant. If there are restrictions such as specific locations only or restrictions to the use of lights, the range and quantity of the pictures may reflect this.
Reception. We will capture every moment as it happens trying to interfere as little as possible. The aim is to create a record of the joy and fun and energy of the night. This can be the time to catch up on some group photos that where missed earlier and all combinations of guests that where not there before.
After the weddingWe will edit and retouch all of the photos extensively to make them look their best. There will be a mix of black-and-white and color photos. Images will be adjusted for contrast, color balance, composition and cropping. We will also make every effort to ensure that everybody in the photos looks their best.
The videographer will be low key and document all that is happening without much interference. Our style here is just as it is for photography: low key, relaxed and unobtrusive. You will receive a short 3-5 minute long highlight film as well as a longer movie to capture the full day. The length of the longer film will be discussed between us to make sure you get the movie that is perfect for you.
Deliverables
Clients will receive all retouched images as high resolution image files as well as a web gallery to view images and to order prints. The website will only be shared with clients to distribute to their friends and families. Turnaround time for the full set of retouched images is generally 2-3 weeks. Custom made albums can also be chosen as an additional package. Albums will be designed by André together with client.
For video, Clients will receive a highlight edit within 2-3 weeks after the wedding (in most cases in about a week) and the longer film in about 4 weeks. There is also the option to have all of the raw footage for potential later re-edits and separate video files for ceremony and speeches in their entirety if that is not already part of the long film.
option 1
18900
option 2
12400
option 3
9900
album prices a-la-carte
A. 1500 1 small album (8×12)
B. 2500 1 large album (12×16)
C. 3500 1 large + 2 small copies
with anything and everything. We have been documenting weddings for well over 15 years and are still loving it. ‘
Really! Not at weddings. We’ve seen it all and we can handle any situation or surprise.
having worked for may years at so many venues, we are very familiar with creating well lit as well as moody photos in any situation.
Low-key on-camera lighting ensures that photos will be perfect without destroying the mood and ambiance of the spaces
we know how to deal with people of all backgrounds, ages, religions
we make sure that everybody will feel seen
we will take our cues from YOU and not make portraits with predetermined poses that just feel awkward.
We will make you feel comfortable and (almost) forget that we are here, so that you will receive a film that is timeless, natural and beautiful and most importantly – personal!
of everything
video highlight movie ready within less than 2 weeks.
Full film together with side edits (like speeches, full ceremony) ready within a month after approval of music choices and desired length.
we know every equipment, bring only the best and stay on top of all delvelopments in the world of cameras and photo software.
we also bring a lot of backup equipment – extra everything (cameras, lenses, flashes, cards, readers)
André Maier Photography specializes in candid, reportage-style photography for weddings, mitzvahs and corporate events. There to document, not direct – we capture the momentous milestones of your life, so you can continue to relive them moment-by-moment, with as much exhilaration as if it were yesterday.
Natural, beautifully crafted portraits that don’t have to take long to make and journalistic coverage of every moment, emotion and memory. Our role as photographers is to document the complete story with stealth, spontaneity and creativity, for a photo collection that preserves the elation and emotion of your big day. We always aim for an deliver a fun, easy, drama-free experience.
“I love what I do,” he says. “At a wedding, you’re in a very intimate setting where emotions run high. I’m very mellow, I’m not directing people or trying to run the show, and so I’m a calming influence on the couple, their attendants, and the guests. Nothing throws me off; I welcome the day’s little surprises because those unexpected happenings often result in the most beautiful photographs.”
André’s co-photographers and videographers have each been handpicked because their photography styles, personalities, and philosophies closely mirror his own. They are as calm and unobtrusive as they are skilled and experienced. Each has trained and shot alongside André for years. With anyone on our team, couples can access the same relaxed, deliberate, and beautiful wedding coverage.
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