Berkemeyer-Hine

301-588-8353

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4.9 out of 5.0

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Categories: silver spring photography Address: 420 Deerfield Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(map) Phone: 301-588-8353

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kev_aba
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05/30/2009

Don Berkemeyer and Susan Hine were everything we wanted for our wedding! They were professional, very reasonably priced, and above-all, captured great moments of our day in an artistic way. The shot selection and framing of the images was excellent, timing and exposure flawless, and touch-ups of final images professional. Their knowledge of the technical aspects of photography with present technology was what you expect from a professional photographer.

We got the digital images very quickly and got our album within a short time. The album prints were flawless, and the quality of the album overall was excellent.

My wife thought that they especially put her at ease on the wedding day with their humor and lightheartedness.

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Dana
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10/07/2005

I would reccomend Burkemeyer/Hines photography highly to anyone who is need of exceptional photography and service for their wedding photos, family photos, etc. Don and Susan are accomodating, personable, and extremely professional!! If you want your pictures done in a way that you feel that you are still in the moment, then these are the 2 photographers that you'll want shooting your wedding!

Best wishes!

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Nazgol
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09/04/2004

Don & Susan were the best photographers not only b/c they captured our special evening so perfectly but b/c they both had great personalities and were very easy to work with. This was the reason we picked them as our photographers right away, they made us feel comfortable and we liked the fact that we could have two (and not just one) professional photographer. This is very important during such an important event. For example when I was walking down the aisle with my husband.... Don was taking my photos and at the same Susan was capturing the reactions of our parents. One photographer cannot do this alone. Most photographers usually bring along assistants which in my opinion cannot do the same job as another professional photographers.

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Jennifer
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07/11/2004

Don and Susan were with us the entire day and were a pleasure to work with. From the engagement portraits to picking out the album, it was a great experience.

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02/28/2004

Would highly recommend Berkemeyer-Hine Photography. They were so professional and the quality of the photographs really capture the emotion and spirit of our special day.

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Stephanie
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05/17/2003

I can't say enough about Don and Susan. They not only met every single need of mine but surpassed my expectations. They offered very good guidance and suggestions from their experience and were able to take my ideas and make it all work out smoothly and perfectly.
My sister used them before me and sice my weedding I have recommended them to 3 or 4 of my friends that have also used them.

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About Berkemeyer-Hine

Our style is engaged, intimate, candid journalism. After twenty years we still take what we do personally, and do everything possible to make sure that you have the best experience of your wedding. Our approach is to catch the moments of expression that occur naturally when you are engaged with your partner and those whom you have invited to witness and support your lifelong commitment. This can’t be set up or faked. What we want to accomplish with our photography is for you to be present to your relationship and love for each other and for your family and friends.

Then, we design the album with you, coming from our experience of your event that we were privileged to share. Like a violinmaker with his craft, we can’t delegate this to anyone else. The connection with you results in a creation that comes out of our relationship and not a formula.

We love what we do, and feel our approach is a natural expression of our commitment to contribute and be of service.

FAQ for Berkemeyer-Hine

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary

What do your packages include?

Albums, Digital Files, High Resolution Images, Proof CD of All Images

Do you have liability insurance?

Yes

Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?

All photos can be reproduced in color, black and white and sepia.
Selective coloring of portions of black and white images is also available.

Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?

There is no light type that we can't shoot in. Very low light can produce somewhat difused images but when you see them, if the moment is important and flash would be intrusive, you will love them.

Is your media preference film or digital?

We are exclusivly digital. Every way it is better than film. Even B&W.

How many photographers do you work with?

Two of us, and we are the owners, photographers, and designers.

Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?

We will both be there.

Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?

We book only one wedding a weekend.

Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?

Yes we have several. We have never had to use them.

What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?

Many cameras and lighting gear.

Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?

Yes

Do you charge hourly or full day?

Full day.

Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?

N/A and for very short events we are $500.00 per hour.

What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?

Do you charge for travel?

Over 50 miles. Lodging is needed for out of state events.

How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?

3 weeks

In what format are the initial proofs offered?

Image journal and CD. Web is available.

How long can the client keep the proofs?

Forever.

Do you retain the copyright for the photos?

No, they belong to the couple.

Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?

We request the right to use them for promotion. You can refuse.

Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?

Yes.

Will images be available for viewing online?

They can be.

What kind of albums do you offer?

Matted and flush.

When will the client get the final album?

3 months or less after ordering it.

Additional Advice

Tips... well it is your day so don’t take any stuff from your vendors. If you want something ask, be firm, don’t ever put up with "well it is just not done" or "the pictures just take that long" This is a day that you should be being moved, feeling lucky, having fun, and being loved. You don’t need to spend a long time to have what most people really want which is a great images, artisticly done, that catch you being yourself with the people who are closest to you. If you are spending more than an hour staring down a camera someone is trying to make a still life of you.You know, bride as object not subject. This is not a bad idea with flowers but humans are animated beings and the images should reflect that. Well that is my two cents, good luck on your planning and by all means, have fun!