Do you take payment installments?

Yes, of course. I can work out a payment schedule to make sure you’re able to pay for the photos. All I ask is that you pay 25% up front to lock in your date and have the remaining amount to us 2 weeks before your wedding.

Someone else is paying for our photos. Who signs the contract?

No matter who’s paying for the photographs, it’s always you — the bride and groom — who signs the contract. You’ll also be my primary contact and who I speak with leading up to, on the day of, and the days following your wedding.

Can I hire an additional photographer to shoot our wedding?

The contract you sign states that Matina Cordell Photography photographers are the only photographers allowed to shoot on your wedding day. This helps promote our creativeness and ensures you get the best photos. I do offer additional shooters depending on the photo package you choose. As long as guests do not infringe upon our space, they can take pictures with their cameras/phones.

Can I hire you to shoot my destination wedding?

I absolutely love destinations, so the answer to your question is a resounding, “YES!” I have a separate contract for destination weddings, which details accommodations and travel expenditures.

How long does it take to get my pictures?

You will always receive your pictures within six weeks, but usually earlier. During the busy season, I sometimes get backlogged, but even then I do my best to have all digital negatives to you within three to four weeks.

Do you design the photography album?

My modern coffee table albums are absolutely breathtaking and yes, I do design them in house. I work with you to include the photographs you love best to ensure you love your album from cover to cover.

Do you provide customized packages?

Not all weddings are the same — I get it! For that reason, I may provide a customized wedding package to suit your needs. These customized packages are for weddings that are far outside the norm (for example, a very short, intimate wedding between only parents and the bride/groom). Talk to me and I’ll make it work!