Answers & Planning Clarity.
Everything you need to know.
A calm wedding begins with clear expectations. Here are detailed, honest answers regarding reservations, our couple portrait approach, speech recording, turnaround times, and backup protocols across Bavaria.
Booking, Dates & Payments
How far in advance should we reserve our wedding date?
Bavarian wedding dates (especially May through October) book 6 to 12 months ahead. Because we commit strictly to one wedding per calendar day, we cannot hold tentative dates without a signed agreement and deposit. If your venue is confirmed, we recommend reaching out immediately.
What is the payment structure?
We require a 30% retainer upon signing our straightforward digital contract to lock in your date. The remaining 70% balance is due shortly before the wedding day or upon delivery of your complete gallery and master films. All private client rates are final gross EUR.
What happens if our wedding date or schedule changes?
If you need to reschedule your date due to unforeseen circumstances, we will transfer your retainer without penalty to any newly chosen date that is still open on our studio calendar.
Can we meet or have a consultation call before booking?
Yes, absolutely. We invite every couple to a free 20-minute video call (or coffee if you are in Munich/Regensburg). It is crucial that you feel comfortable with us as people, as we will be sharing your most personal moments together.
Coverage, Light & Posing
We feel awkward in front of cameras. Will you pose us?
Many couples tell us they do not feel comfortable in front of a camera. We do not place you in rigid, unnatural poses or ask you to fake a smile. Instead, we use gentle, conversational prompts and allow time for natural movement so you can focus on each other.
How much time should we set aside for couple portraits?
We recommend 25 to 35 minutes, ideally scheduled just before sunset (the Golden Hour). This keeps you away from your guests for only a brief moment, while rewarding you with the most flattering, cinematic light of the day.
Do you take family and group formal photos?
Yes. While our primary focus is documentary storytelling, formal family portraits are deeply valued family heirlooms. We help you assemble a prioritized list of 6–10 combinations beforehand so they can be photographed smoothly within 15–20 minutes without disrupting the party cocktail.
What happens if it rains on our wedding day?
Rain often creates romantic, soft, and atmospheric light. We scout indoor archways, historic colonnades, and covered verandas. We bring clear umbrellas that look elegant on camera. You never need to worry about weather; our cameras and lenses are weather-sealed.
Turnaround, Files & Privacy
How fast do we receive our wedding photos and video?
Delivery follows the schedule stated in your proposal. A 48-hour rush teaser is available as an add-on and is included with Full Story Duo. Your complete photographs and 4K cinema film are delivered through a private online gallery.
Do we receive unrestricted print and sharing rights?
Yes. Every image is delivered in high resolution without watermarks. You have full rights to print albums, share files privately, or post on social media. Your online gallery includes a download feature for all family and friends.
Cinema, Sound & Backup Rigor
How do you ensure clear ceremony speech and vow recordings?
Clean sound is the emotional backbone of a wedding film. We attach discreet wireless broadcast lavaliers to the groom, the celebrant, and any reading podiums. Audio is recorded onto independent 32-bit float recorders, which capture the softest whisper without distortion or wind noise.
How do you protect our wedding files from data loss?
We enforce strict redundancy protocols. Every camera writes to dual high-speed memory cards simultaneously in real-time. Immediately upon returning to the studio, cards are cloned to three separate physical SSD drives and backed up off-site before formatting is ever permitted.
Can you fly a drone at our wedding venue?
Yes, where local airspace regulations, safety codes, and venue policies allow. We are EU-registered drone pilots carrying commercial liability insurance. Drone footage adds breathtaking scale to alpine and lake venues.
Ask Vasyl directly.
If you have a unique timeline, an intimate elopement plan, or specific location questions, reach out. We are here to help you navigate every detail.
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