Photographer in Mackay

Standard practice is one free reschedule for weather, decided 24-48 hours out. Some photographers shoot in light rain or move to covered locations — overcast light is actually flattering. Confirm the weather policy in the contract, including who decides and by when.

For events that can't be re-staged — weddings, milestone birthdays, graduations — yes. The professional difference is not the camera: it's directing people, handling harsh light, backup bodies and cards, insurance, and delivering a consistent finished gallery on a deadline. For casual updates, a capable friend is a fine budget option.

Headshot pricing is usually per person or per finished image rather than per hour: studio sessions delivering 1-5 retouched images sit well below a full portrait session's price, while premium personal-branding shoots cost several times more. For teams, per-person rates drop sharply from about 5 people up — ask for a group rate.

Most include a base radius (often 20-50 km) and then charge per kilometre/mile or a flat travel fee beyond it. Destination work adds transport, accommodation, and sometimes a day rate for travel days. Always ask where the included radius ends — it's a common surprise line item.

Rates run AUD $150-$450 per hour, with Sydney and Melbourne at the top and beginners near $100. A one-hour portrait or family session commonly totals $300-$700; minis run $150-$300. Full-day wedding coverage clusters at $2,500-$5,500.

Commercial photography on council foreshores, botanic gardens and national parks frequently requires a permit — fees vary by council and some enforce actively. Family portrait sessions by a paid photographer usually count as commercial use. Your photographer should handle this; confirm it's covered in the quote.