We absolutely love what we do. “If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life.” TAKE AND CREATE is who we are and what we love do to. We truly are in the pursuit of capturing light. time, & emotion.

We have packages for weddings, portraits, commercial, photobooth, and video upon request. We also understand that packages may not always fit your needs. We offer some à la carte services to tailor to your needs.

We are happy to meet in-person or through an online video call (whatever you are comfortable with). We believe this is an important part of developing a relationship and it greatly impacts the finished result. Whether we are working with you directly or a wedding planner, we strive to make this experience as personable and enjoyable as possible. There is usually an initial meeting to go over our services, allowing you to view our portfolio and get to know one another. The second meeting will be at the venue to perform a visual walk around. Visiting the venue is a vital part of our process even if we have shot at the venue before (plan to take time out of your weekday). The third meeting would be for a rehearsal (also on a weekday). This is when we highly recommend having family photos taken. From our experience and the testimony of our clients this allows for a much smoother wedding day. It frees up time and allows you to enjoy your wedding day to the fullest. Throughout this process it is good to have an open email chain or text thread to share ideas, concerns, etc.

A payment of 50% of your package fee is required at the time of booking. Once both your initial payment and signed contract have been received, your wedding date will be officially reserved on our calendar. The remaining balance is divided into two installments, typically due six months and two months before your wedding. Specific due dates will be outlined in your proposal.

After being awarded 1st in State in the “People” category in 2009 by WSHSPC sponsored by Canon USA, Jones Soda Company, Frame Central, & Seattle Art Museum (SAM). Photography was forever going to be our passion. In 2012 TAKE AND CREATE was established and our first wedding was shot in 2013. Over the years we have photographed numerous weddings, portraits, & events. Each year becoming more refined and with repeat business from our clients. We are confident in our ability to provide a truly personalized experience and result.

Please use the reserve the date form on our website and send us your planned date of the event. We will respond in 24 - 48 hours. A 50% deposit is required to reserve the date on our calendar. If your date is already reserved, we are happy to refer you to other outstanding photographers who we trust will provide a level of professionalism and result like ours.

We limit 30 per year. This provides the attention and focus needed to provide each wedding the care and attention it deserves.

Our style is a mixture of fine art, photojournalistic/documentary, candid, with a hint of moody/film. We are a true hybrid of styles that can adjust and adapt according to the situation. If flash is needed, then we will use flash. If natural light offers a more artistic composition, then we will use natural light. Our ability to recognize and adapt sets us apart and is the reason our results are so compelling.

In all of our photography packages we hand select and edit some of the best images of the event and provide them within a 24-hour period. The remaining images are usually finished within 3 - 10 business days depending on the size of the event.

We partner with other trustworthy photographers to ensure a backup will be able to take our place in case of unforeseen circumstances. This is where having an on-going email/text conversation with you or your wedding planner becomes invaluable. Specific shots and details can be shared to ensure the important moments are captured.

Yes, we can provide written statements, online reviews, proof of repeat business, and handwritten thank you cards upon request.

No, if a wedding is reserved whether it be an elopement or large wedding that day is focused on that event.

Yes, we are always happy to help. We are travel experts! If you want us to shoot outside our normal service areas (50-mile radius of Jacksonville, FL), we can build travel into your proposal. Alternatively, we would be happy to refer a local photographer/business in your area, if we have a connection there.

Included in our packages and pricing is a built in 50-mile travel radius north or south of Jacksonville, FL. For further distances and/or out of state jobs travel can be built into your proposal.

Of course! Our first wedding was a close friend of ours. Since then, there invaluable lessons we have learned that enable us to provide a world-class wedding experience. We hope you choose us.

We will let you know if we have shot at your venue. In some cases, the venue will be new to us. That is why we highly recommend visiting the venue before the event.

We believe that love and marriage is sacred. A feeling between two people that transcends time and space is truly extraordinary. We are humbled and grateful to be able to capture emotion.

Of course, we are happy to share our work with you. To request this please email us at info@takeandcreate.com or use the reserve the date page on the menu above.

We shoot primarily digital but have a package where we will use film along with digital. This is our most popular package.

Yes, there is special pricing when our photography services and photobooth are booked together.

Yes, editing is included and is built into our pricing.

Yes, if the distance is greater than a 50-mile radius from Jacksonville, FL we must charge for travel. In this case we simply would build-in our cost of travel.

Yes, prints can be ordered through us. The advantage is our display is specially calibrated to our printer ensuring an accurate high-quality print. Our printer also uses eight individual ink cartridges for precise color accuracy. Depending on the size this could range from $25 - $100 per print. We allow for print release when photos are provided. Giving you the option and ability to print from a third-party.

Print release/print rights are granted. TAKE AND CREATE, LLC maintains ownership and rights of images.

This is a harsh reality that we have been fortunate enough never to run into this situation. Our communication and attention to detail is something that keeps us professional. We include our refund/cancellation policy in our contracts, and it will be discussed during the time of booking.

Yes, we are insured and can provide proof of insurance upon request.

Yes, we have backups to our backups.

We dress for the occasion and can meet dress code requirements if needed.

Yes! We want to know your vision and expectations. Tailoring the photos to you makes it much more meaningful.

For privacy concerns we ask your permission.