Popular wedding dates can fill up 12-18 months in advance. We recommend booking as soon as you have your venue and date confirmed. However, feel free to check with us on availability even if your date is sooner – we occasionally have openings due to reschedules.

When you book Azmy Photography, I will personally be your lead photographer. For larger weddings or those with the Signature Package, I bring along a trusted second photographer to assist. I do not outsource weddings to other shooters without your knowledge – you’ll know who is photographing your day.

A second photographer is optional but can be a great addition, especially for weddings with over 150 guests or a tight timeline. A second shooter allows us to capture multiple angles and simultaneous moments (for example, one photographer can cover cocktail hour while the other is doing family photos). Our Signature Package includes a second photographer. For other packages, we can add one for an additional fee if you wish.

We understand plans can change. If your wedding is running late or you’re having too much fun and want us to stay longer, we can usually accommodate if timing allows. Additional coverage can be added at an hourly rate (see our Policies for overtime rates). We’ll discuss any extensions with you (or your coordinator) during the event, so everyone is on the same page.

The number of photos varies by the hours of coverage and what’s happening during the day. On average, you can expect approximately 50-80 photos per hour of coverage. For example, our full-day Signature Package often yields 700+ images. We focus on quality over quantity, but rest assured we won’t miss any important moments. All delivered photos are edited for color, exposure, and our signature style.

To book Azmy Photography, first get in touch with us through our contact form or by email/phone. We’ll confirm if your date is available and chat about your needs. To secure the date, we require a signed photography agreement and a deposit (retainer). Once those are in place, your date is officially reserved! We recommend booking early, especially for popular wedding dates in peak season (spring and summer).

We typically require a 30% deposit (retainer) of the package price to hold your date. This deposit is non-refundable because we turn down other inquiries once we’ve committed to yours. The remaining balance is usually due 7 days before the wedding or on the day of the event (for events and smaller sessions). We’ll outline all payment details in your contract so there are no surprises.

We strive to make payments convenient. We accept e-transfers, major credit cards, PayPal, and cash. For corporate clients, we can also accept checks if needed. All prices will have applicable taxes (e.g., HST) added in the invoice. If you require a payment plan for a larger package, let us know – we can sometimes split the payments into a couple of installments.

We are based in the Greater Toronto Area. For shoots within Toronto and immediate surrounding areas (Mississauga, Brampton, Markham, etc.), there are no travel fees. For weddings or sessions outside the GTA, a reasonable travel fee or accommodation cost (if an overnight stay is required) may apply. We have covered events across Ontario and even destination weddings abroad – we love to travel! Any potential travel costs will be discussed upfront during the booking process.

We know you’ll be excited to see your photos! For engagement sessions and events, the typical turnaround is about 2 weeks or less. For weddings, expect around 4-6 weeks for the full gallery delivery. We take care to hand-edit each image, which takes time, but the wait is worth it. If you need a few sneak peek photos sooner (for thank-you cards or social media), we’re happy to provide a handful within a few days after the event. Just let us know your needs.

The number of photos depends on the length and nature of coverage. We don’t put a hard cap on images – we’ll deliver every great photo we capture. As a general guideline, you’ll receive roughly 50-80 photos per hour of shooting for weddings and around 30-50 per hour for engagements or events (since events can have quieter moments). For example, a full-day wedding might yield 500-800 images. Rest assured, we focus on quality and capturing all your important moments rather than hitting a specific number.

Yes, absolutely. All delivered photos are professionally edited for color, exposure, and consistency in our signature style. We want your images to look their best. Minor retouching (like removing a blemish or stray hair) is also done on close-up portraits. We do not deliver raw/unedited files because part of our service is providing you with a finished, polished product. Every image you receive will be print-ready and gorgeous.

Yes! For weddings and events, we provide high-resolution digital files, and you have full personal printing rights. You can print your photos at a lab of your choice or through our professional lab for the highest quality. We also offer albums, framed prints, and other products if you’d like us to handle the printing for you, but it’s completely up to you. (For corporate clients, you’ll have rights to use the images for your company’s needs as well.)

Definitely. There’s something special about tangible photographs. We offer bespoke wedding albums, parent albums, guest books (often using engagement photos), fine art prints, canvas wraps, thank-you cards, and more. You can order these through us after you’ve seen your photos. We’ll design album layouts and work with you to finalize them. Print products are optional, but many clients love having a beautiful album or prints to display – they make for cherished keepsakes and gifts.

We understand that sometimes things outside our control happen. If you need to reschedule a portrait session (like an engagement shoot) due to an emergency or bad weather, just let us know as soon as possible. We’re happy to rebook you for a new date without any penalty. For events and weddings, rescheduling can be trickier, but if your date changes and we’re available on the new date, we will transfer your deposit and booking to the new date (no extra fee for the first reschedule). If we are not available on your new date, it would be considered a cancellation (see our cancellation policy for details).

If you have to cancel, please inform us in writing as soon as you can. Keep in mind the deposit is non-refundable (since we likely declined other work for your date). For weddings, if a cancellation happens within a short time frame (for example, within 30 days of the date), a portion of the remaining balance may be due as a cancellation fee, because it’s unlikely we can rebook that date on short notice. We strive to be understanding in genuine emergencies and will try to work out an amicable solution. Full details are outlined in the contract and on our Policies page.

Barring extreme circumstances, I will be there – I’ve never missed an event in my career. However, I do have contingency plans. I’m connected with a network of professional photographers in the area. If an emergency (like a severe illness) prevented me from attending, I would do everything possible to arrange a trusted colleague of equal skill to step in. You would be informed as early as possible, and I would still oversee the editing of images to maintain consistency in style. If a replacement isn’t available (a very unlikely scenario), you would receive a full refund of all payments. Rest assured, your event is extremely important to me, and reliability is a cornerstone of my business.

Of course! Guests are welcome to take their own photos at events and weddings. The more the merrier when it comes to capturing memories. During key moments (like the ceremony or first dance), we do appreciate having a clear line of sight and no flash interference, so we may kindly ask that guests be mindful at those times. Some couples choose an “unplugged” ceremony (no guest cellphones) to let everyone be present – that’s totally up to you. We’re flexible and will work around any situation. The important thing is that you get great professional photos and your guests enjoy the moment too.

Yes, for portraits and group shots we will absolutely guide you into flattering poses. We know not everyone is comfortable in front of the camera, so we make it easy and even fun. For family formals, we’ll organize the groups efficiently (we can coordinate with a designated family member or coordinator to gather people). During candid moments, we won’t interfere – but for portrait time, we provide as much direction as needed to make sure you look amazing. Don’t worry, you won’t have to know how to “act” for the camera; that’s our job to help direct and capture your best angles and genuine smiles!

We welcome your input! Before the wedding or event, we’ll ask if you have any “must-have” shots or specific people you want in photos. We appreciate shot lists for group photos especially (so we don’t miss any important family combinations). For the rest of the day, we prefer to capture things as they happen rather than strictly staging moments or working off a long checklist. If you’ve hired us, it’s because you trust our artistic vision. We find that we get the best results when we have creative freedom, but again, we’re very attentive to your priorities and will make sure to capture what’s most important to you.