Tim Hellsten Photography

Business Description

Contact me at (204) 667-7707 or on the web at thphotography.ca.

My motto, "Photography the way it should be, fun and affordable" is
not just a fancy catch phrase. It is my philosophy and my guarantee to
you that I will do my professional best. On my website
thphotography.ca you will find complete price listings for all my
pakages, albums and more. All of my packages include unlimited
coverage and you get all your photographs on a DVD in full size high
resolution images. What had began as a hobby, has over time
developed into a growing business. thphotography has blosomed into
a thriving business. I offer my clients a hard working photographer
who is willing to go that extra mile for you to make sure you get
exactly what you want. I seek out clients who have a desire to put a
new spin on the traditional world of photography. Using my creativity
to capture and give life to their special memories forever. I am available
for all types of bookings. Wedding, portrait, pet and event
photographer. Serving the Winnipeg area.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

Do you have a customer satisfaction or refund policy?

Portrait Photographers

What are your qualifications? Have you been professionally trained or certified?
What are your rates?
Do you require a deposit?
What packages do you offer?
How many pictures do you take?
Can I keep the negatives?
What is your photographic style?
Do you provide black and white photography?
Do you use digital or film?
Can I see examples of your work?
How far are you willing to travel?
How quickly will I receive my prints?
What makes you different from other photographers?

Wedding Photographers

What are your qualifications? Have you been professionally trained or certified?
What packages do you offer? What are your rates?
Do you require a deposit?
How many pictures do you take?
Can I keep the negatives?
How many weddings have you photographed?
What is your photographic style?
Do you provide black and white photography?
Do you use digital or film?
Can I see examples of your work?
How far are you willing to travel?
How quickly will I receive my prints?
What makes you different from other photographers?

Event Photographers

What are your rates?
Do you require a deposit?
Can I keep the negatives?
What is your photographic style?
How many pictures do you take?
Do you provide black and white photography?
How long does it take you to develop photos?
Do you use digital or film?
Can I see examples of your work?
How far are you willing to travel?
What services do you offer?
What is your photographic style?
What format do you provide your photography in (print, electronic, etc.)?
Can I keep the negatives?
What are your qualifications? Have you been professionally trained or certified?
Why should I use your services for my photography needs?

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• Do you have a customer satisfaction or refund policy?
  I will take all care and attention to detail to ensure that your photos look their best. If for some reason you find a problem I will be more then happy to correct it. My reputation grows because of you and other clients like you.
• What are your qualifications? Have you been professionally trained or certified?
  I have been photographing for over 15 years. I started off in high school carrying a camera every day taking and developing my own black and white photographs. I have taken various classes and seminars to enhance my ability to serve my clients better.
• What are your rates?
  I have various rates from the very basic to more complex pakages. please contact me by email at tim@thpotography.ca or on the web at www.thphotography.ca or by phone at (204) 667-7707 to discuss your needs.
• Do you require a deposit?
  I do not require deposits for portrait sessions (payment is due when the you come for the session.
• What packages do you offer?
  I offer many pacages for portrait sessions from very basic to albums and folios. please see my website www.thphotography.ca for more details. Or please feel free to call me at (204) 667-7707 and I would be happy to create a customized package just for your needs.
• How many pictures do you take?
  When I mean unlimited, I mean unlimited. I have the ability to store thousands of shots on the portable equipment I carry. I do not count shots. I take as many photographs as needed to tell your story. As an example the last wedding I shot over 900 photos were taken.
• Can I keep the negatives?
  In most cases portrait sessions people don't want their negatives but in some cases for models, bands etc they need the digital files for websites and advertising. I have no problem with that at all. I have no desire to hold your photographs hostage.
• What is your photographic style?
  I like to mix the photojournalistic or "storybook" style with some traditional "posed" style of photography. if however you want something specific please feel free to contact me at tim@thphotography.ca or www.thphotography.ca or call me at (204) 667-7707 and we can chat about your needs.
• Do you provide black and white photography?
  Yes infact every photo I shoot can be either black and white, colour, sepia, duo-toned (black and white images with a splash of colour) or muted colour. with Tim Hellsten Photography there are no limits.
• Do you use digital or film?
  I shoot with professional level Canon Digital cameras.
• Can I see examples of your work?
  Yes you can see complete weddings from other clients on my website www.thphotography.ca there I have a gallery for Weddings, portraits, concerts and events that I have done. Please feel free to browse this section.
• How far are you willing to travel?
  My main focus for now is the city of Winnipeg. I handle travel request on a per-client basis please contact me at 667-7707 or tim@thphotography.ca or on my website www.thphotography.ca and we can discuss your needs.
• How quickly will I receive my prints?
  Prints would be available apoximately 2 to 4 weeks after your wedding this can in most times be faster with portrait sessions
• What makes you different from other photographers?
  My outlook on photography. Photography is a way to perminantly capture an event. I treat each client like they are part of my family. You don't just hire a photographer you gain a friend.
• What are your qualifications? Have you been professionally trained or certified?
  I have been photographing for over 15 years. I started off in high school carrying a camera every day taking and developing my own black and white photographs. I have taken various classes and seminars to enhance my ability to serve my clients better.
• What packages do you offer? What are your rates?
  I have many packages for weddings starting from vary basic to more complex containing albums, parents books and flush mounted coffee table books. I can also consult with you to create a customized package that will suit your needs
• Do you require a deposit?
  For weddings yes I require 1/3 down at the time of booking. this will hold your date. At that time I will book no other weddings or portraits during that day so you can be assured that I will be in the most important place in the world... Your Wedding!
• How many pictures do you take?
  When I mean unlimited, I mean unlimited. I have the ability to store thousands of shots on the portable equipment I carry. I do not count shots. I take as many photographs as needed to tell your story. As an example the last wedding I shot over 900 photos were taken.
• Can I keep the negatives?
  I unlike others prefer to give you your negatives. I don't like to hold your wedding memories hostage. This is not what friends do friends. you will get CD's with your full size unmarked digital files when I deliver your prints.
• How many weddings have you photographed?
  I have been shooting weddings for over 6 years prior to going "digital" I used professional Canon film cameras.
• What is your photographic style?
  I like to mix the photojournalistic or "storybook" style with some traditional "posed" style of photography. if however you want something specific please feel free to contact me at tim@thphotography.ca or www.thphotography.ca or call me at (204) 667-7707 and we can chat about your needs.
• Do you provide black and white photography?
  Yes infact every photo I shoot can be either black and white, colour, sepia, duo-toned (black and white images with a splash of colour) or muted colour. with Tim Hellsten Photography there are no limits.
• Do you use digital or film?
  I shoot with professional level Canon Digital cameras.
• Can I see examples of your work?
  Yes you can see complete weddings from other clients on my website www.thphotography.ca there I have a gallery for Weddings, portraits, concerts and events that I have done. Please feel free to browse this section.
• How far are you willing to travel?
  My main focus for now is the city of Winnipeg. I handle travel request on a per-client basis please contact me at 667-7707 or tim@thphotography.ca or on my website www.thphotography.ca and we can discuss your needs.
• How quickly will I receive my prints?
  Depending on the package you have selected and what your needs for folios, albums etc are I can usually have your package to you within 2 to 4 weeks
• What makes you different from other photographers?
  My outlook on photography. Photography is a way to perminantly capture an event. I feel that in photographing peoples weddings I become a small part of their family history. I treat each client like they are part of my family. You don't just hire a photographer you gain a friend. I like to treat everyone fairly a I would like to be treated.
• What are your rates?
  I shoot events for company functions, dragon boat events and many others. I charge $50.00 per hour or $400.00 per event for unlimited coverage from start to finish
• Do you require a deposit?
  I would require 1/3 down at the time of booking. this will hold your date and ensure the I will be there.
• Can I keep the negatives?
  for events I would always supply you with a CD containing the hi-resolution images.
• What is your photographic style?
  My style is to work hard. I shoot a mix of photojournalistic and posed traditional photography.
• How many pictures do you take?
  When I mean unlimited, I mean unlimited. I have the ability to store thousands of shots on the portable equipment I carry. I do not count shots. I take as many photographs as needed to tell your story.
• Do you provide black and white photography?
  Yes infact every photo I shoot can be either black and white, colour, sepia, duo-toned (black and white images with a splash of colour) or muted colour. with Tim Hellsten Photography there are no limits.
• How long does it take you to develop photos?
  for digital files only I can have them done aproximately 1 week after your event. sooner if needed.
• Do you use digital or film?
  I shoot with professional level Canon Digital cameras.
• Can I see examples of your work?
  on my website you will see events from the ILRC Kite festival, Chinese New Year, as well as various Dragon Boat events featuring Chemo Savvy (the Winnipeg breast cancer survivor dragon boat team). My website is www.thphotography.ca
• How far are you willing to travel?
  I usually only operate within the Winnipeg city limits but this can be discussed and an arangement made.
• What services do you offer?
  I offer per hour services as well as a complete day of shooting. This includes a CD with all the images I have taken for you organizations use.
• What is your photographic style?
  My style is to work hard. I shoot a mix of photojournalistic and posed traditional photography.
• What format do you provide your photography in (print, electronic, etc.)?
  Since I shoot digital the default format is digital. If you require prints this can be done also
• Can I keep the negatives?
  for events I would always supply you with a CD containing the hi-resolution images.
• What are your qualifications? Have you been professionally trained or certified?
  I have been photographing for over 15 years. I started off in high school carrying a camera every day taking and developing my own black and white photographs. I have taken various classes and seminars to enhance my ability to serve my clients better.
• Why should I use your services for my photography needs?
  Why should you hire me? one word TRUST you trust in me to photograph your event and not get in the way. I believe that you are looking for someone you can "set and forget" that is me.

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