faq
+What are your rates?
As of 2025 I offer full day and a-la-carte pricing— please reach out for a full detailed pricing guide. In general,
Full day wedding packages start around $6000
Hour-long (“full”) sessions start around $850 and,
20 minute headshots hover around $275
Have another type of session in mind? Shoot me an email and we can come up with a quote.
+Do you shoot film? Do you shoot digitally? What’s the deal?
Yes, most of my clients end up with a mix of both digital and film images in their final galleries. The amount of each is up to you— film is an expensive and precious artifact, and I enjoy working with clients & couples who are interested in both mediums.
+Do you ever hire a second shooter for weddings and is there an additional cost?
Yes and yes. The cost will depend on the specifics of your wedding. During our initial consultation, we can work out exactly what the second shooter will be doing and how long they will be assisting me.
+How many photos do you deliver?
Every session is different and sometimes there are more moving parts than others. Portrait sessions typically see 50-100 images in their galleries. Weddings are a lot (lotlotlot) more. I never trash a good photo and I'm always thoughtful when picking out the best of the crop. What you receive when all is said and done is a collection that is complete and one that i'm proud of.
+I HAVE BUDGET CONCERNS!
I hear you. While my rates reflect my experience level and are priced similarly to that of my colleagues, it remains important to me to provide affordable services in a world that reinforces systemic inequality and restricted access to luxury services (among so many other things). I provide reduced rate services for marginalized individuals and those in need. I also offer my services as a form of mutual aid. Please reach out.
+Do you do retouching?
Have you heard the old folk tale, "the time the photographer airbrushed out the clients favorite freckle"? Probably not, but you get the gist. We have spots and freckles and imperfections and perfections. We also live in a society that projects a very specific kind of beauty standard. My goal is to respect and uplift you and your body. Standard retouching involves adjusting color, tone, and contrast, and minor spot removal (we all have had zits, I get it). That being said, I am happy to offer additional or extensive retouching for an added fee with the exception of body modifications.
+When do I pay you?
Headshots are paid in advance. for all other sessions, A non-refundable retainer of 25% is required upon booking. The remaining balance must be received two weeks prior to your wedding day, or day-of for non-weddings. i’m open to payment plans and negotiation of all kinds— just ask!
+How do you deliver your photos?
I give clients a password protected online gallery complete with all of the selected and edited photographs which can be downloaded and shared with family and friends. You can also order prints & books through this site.
+Do you use a watermark?
No.
+Do you travel outside of Minnesota or New York City?
Yes! And I love to. I charge $.50/mile after the first 10 miles (if drivable), or airfare reimbursement and require that accommodation costs to be covered. Farther destinations require reimbursement for flights & accommodation— reach out and we can work on building a quote that matches your needs
+Do I get copies of all original images, or RAW files?
Nope! To me, giving original files to clients is like handing in the rough draft to a professor. Part of the photographic process is selecting the best images of the bunch, making them look extra pretty, and presenting you with a cohesive and finished package that represents my best work.
Do you have more questions? Shoot me an email!
“Zoe’s work is unique because of who she is... She makes everyone feel happy and at ease, and intuitively slips between interacting with her subjects and going unnoticed, teasing out a joyful moment or letting a moment play out. These are decisions that seem so natural to her, and they are at the heart of her beautiful work.”