Below are some frequently asked questions that come up once in awhile. If you do not see an answer to YOUR question, feel free to contact us and we will be sure to get back to you within 24 hours with an answer!
Ceremony
• How long do I have for my wedding at the Chapel?
We have 4 time slots available to schedule your wedding; 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm and 5:00pm. We can adjust these time SLIGHTLY if needed depending on scheduling of other weddings on the same date.
Each 2 hour block gives you plenty of time to:
- Arrive 45 minutes before your wedding ceremony for preparations beforehand
- Have your wedding ceremony
- Photos in the chapel after the ceremony
You can proceed right to the park area for photos afterward. Heritage Park offers some absolutely beautiful backgrounds for wedding photos!
• How is payment to be made?
When booking just your ceremony at the Heritage Park Chapel, we require a $900 deposit and a $125 deposit for the gazebo. The balance is due 1 week prior to the wedding date. All retainers/deposits are non-refundable but we can attempt to use the retainer to reschedule your wedding date, but dates are not guaranteed to be open.
• Do you have an audio system in the church and can I have certain music played for my ceremony?
Absolutely! We have a great audio system in the church that can be used to play whatever ceremony music you want. We even have wireless mics if anyone wants to do a reading or sing during your ceremony.
• How many people does the chapel hold?
The church will hold 120 guests comfortably. We have had more guests than that with some standing in the rear of the church.
• Are there dressing rooms in the chapel?
Yes! We have 3 separate rooms. One for the bride, one for the groom and a larger room in the rear which can be used for the bride and her bridesmaids. This larger room has it’s own dressing room, chairs and a full length mirror.
• Are your ceremonies religious?
We can perform a simple, quick non religious ceremony or a much more involved, religious ceremony, or anything in between!
• Do you have wheelchair access?
Absolutely! We have an elevator in the rear of the church to help with that!
• Does the church have air conditioning?
Yes, we have central air and heat year round.
• Can I bring my own minister?
Absolutely! You can use your own minister if you wish. This does not affect the price of your ceremony unfortunately.
• Do you have bathrooms available?
Yes, there is a bathroom in the church.
• Do you allow pets in your weddings?
Absolutely! We have no problem with pets in your wedding, (as long as they don’t do their business in our church) : )
Photography
• When getting a photography package, how many photos can I expect at the end of the day?
We can generally shoot about 80-100 images an hour, so theoretically we should be able to provide between 320 and 400 images for a four hour shoot, and between 640 and 600 images for an 8 hour shoot. These numbers could obviously fluctuate depending how the day progresses. Regardless of the event, we will take as many images as needed to capture the event to its fullest!
• How long will it take before I can see my images?
Depending on the event that we photograph, it usually takes anywhere between 1 to 2 weeks. Weddings are more involved and usually take at least a week to process and complete depending on the package you choose.
• Do you do retouching or skin smoothing of the photos?
When you receive your photos, they will be what we call “polished proofs”. These images are gone through one at a time by me and edited to the point of being ready to print, minus the advanced retouching needed to get them the absolute best they can be. If there is an obvious spot in the photo that needs attention, we will fix it immediately in the editing process. After receiving your “polished proofs”, you may ask to have one or several images retouched to your liking at a minimal cost.
• What style is your wedding photography?
Our style is a combination of photojournalistic and traditional with casual posed photos. We try to capture the day as it happens, when it happens. Most people are comfortable with this type of photography since it is a natural, unobtrusive style that seems to work for most wedding couples. Remember, we can capture any photo the way you want it captured, just ask. It’s our pleasure to go that extra step to get you those special memories you will cherish forever.
• How do I find out if you are available for a specific date?
We are constantly booking events year round. To ensure that you get your first choice in entertainment, please contact us to check availability or request a price quote.
• What if my plans change or we have questions?
Please don’t hesitate to contact us. We look forward to making your event a true celebration. If there is anything that will make your event more special, please let us know.