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General
How much does a photoshoot with Chapter We cost?
Every session is tailored, so pricing depends on the type of shoot, the hours of coverage and any extras. Send a message on WhatsApp or through the enquiry form and I will reply with a personalised quote.
How do I book?
Message me with your date, the type of session and a little about what you have in mind. Once we have confirmed the details, a signed agreement and a retainer secure your date.
Where are you based and do you travel?
I am based in Vancouver, BC, and photograph throughout Metro Vancouver including Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam and the North Shore, as well as the Fraser Valley, Squamish, Whistler and Vancouver Island. Travel further afield is always welcome.
How long until we receive our photos?
Portrait sessions are usually delivered within two weeks, events within three to four weeks and weddings within six to eight weeks, with sneak peeks sent sooner.
How will we receive our photos?
You receive a private online gallery where you can view, download high-resolution images and share with family and friends.
What happens if it rains?
This is Vancouver, so we plan for it. We can reschedule portrait sessions, move under cover or embrace the moody weather with umbrellas. Some of the most romantic photos happen on grey days.
Weddings
How much does a Vancouver wedding photographer cost with Chapter We?
Every wedding is different, so pricing is tailored to your hours of coverage, locations and extras like second shooters or albums. Founding Couples receive an introductory rate. Send a message for a personalised quote.
Have you photographed weddings before?
Chapter We is opening its wedding calendar for the first time, which is exactly why Founding Couples get a special rate and extra time. My background is in couple, engagement and event photography, so I already know how to read a room, catch emotional moments as they happen and direct big family groups calmly and quickly.
Do you photograph elopements and small weddings?
Yes, and I love them. Intimate weddings and elopements around Vancouver, Squamish and Whistler are a beautiful way to celebrate, and coverage can be as short as a couple of hours.
Do you travel outside Vancouver?
Absolutely. I cover all of Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, the Sea-to-Sky corridor and Vancouver Island, and I am happy to travel further for destination weddings.
Do you photograph cultural and South Asian weddings?
Yes. I understand how much is happening at multi-event cultural weddings, from the rituals and family moments to the big reception, and I plan coverage around every tradition that matters to you.
How far in advance should we book?
Popular summer Saturdays book up early, often 9 to 14 months ahead. Founding Couple dates are limited, so reach out as soon as you have a date and venue in mind.
Couples & Engagements
What should we wear for our couple session?
Pick outfits that feel like you, in complementary rather than matching colours. Soft neutrals, whites and muted tones photograph beautifully in Vancouver's gardens. I send a short style guide once you book.
Where are the best locations for engagement photos in Vancouver?
Some favourites are rose gardens with mountain views, Stanley Park, Kitsilano and Spanish Banks beaches, Queen Elizabeth Park and Gastown's brick streets. Tell me your vibe and I will suggest the right spot for the light and the season.
We are awkward in front of a camera. Will that be a problem?
Almost every couple says that. I direct with prompts and little games rather than stiff poses, so within ten minutes you are laughing and forgetting the camera is there.
Graduations
When should I book graduation photos in Vancouver?
Spring and fall convocation weeks fill up fast, especially during cherry blossom season. Booking four to six weeks ahead is ideal, but message me on WhatsApp for last-minute dates.
Can my family be in the photos?
Absolutely. Most sessions include parents, partners, siblings and even the kids. Just let me know roughly how many people are joining so I can plan the groups.
Do you shoot on campus?
Yes. I photograph graduates on campuses across Metro Vancouver as well as downtown and in parks. We will pick the spot that best suits your school and the light.
Baby Showers & Gender Reveals
How long do you stay at a baby shower?
Most showers are covered in two to four hours. We will plan the timeline together so I am there for the décor before guests arrive and for the key moments like games, cake and the reveal.
Can we add a maternity session?
Yes. Many parents add a short maternity session on the same day, either at the venue or at a nearby park, so you get relaxed portraits as well as the party.
Christmas Mini Sessions
Can I bring my dog to the Christmas mini session?
Yes, please do! Pets are always welcome. Bring their favourite treats and I will take care of the rest.
Are Christmas mini sessions available outside December?
The festive set is most popular from November to December, but you can enquire any time of year and I will let you know the next available dates.
Birthdays & Celebrations
Do you photograph small, intimate parties?
Yes. Whether it is ten people at home or a hundred at a venue, the approach is the same: capture the details and the real moments between people.
Let’s write your next chapter.
Tell me about your day, your people and what you are dreaming of. Pricing is tailored to every story, so send a message and I will reply with availability and options.