How do I go about booking and how far in advance should I book?
We book on a first come first served basis. We accept bookings up to 1 year from your wedding date. To book your date a retainer of US $700 plus a signed contract is required.
Will we get every image you shoot?
The simple answer is no you will not. Images that do not meet our required standards will be deleted. These includes test shots, missed focused photos, photos with bad expressions and duplicate images.
Will we get raw photos?
We do not give raw photos however they can be purchased.
Will my photos be edited?
All photos will be edited. Photos will be color and exposure corrected, some turned to black and white and some will get extra color treatment. We do not remove permanent marks such as moles unless we are asked.
Will I get the copyright to the photos?
Yes and no. While the copyright will stay with us as the creator of the images however you will get the rights to print and use the images as you see fit except to use commercially and to enter competitions. Copyright can be bought so you can use the images commercially if you need to.
What are your prices?
We provide competitive pricing for our level of experience as Jamaica wedding photographers. Please fill out our contact form and we will be happy to provide our rates.
Do you charge a Travel Fee or any other fees?
For weddings in Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios or their environs we do not charge a Travel Fee. For weddings in Kingston, Port Antonio and Treasure Beach we charge a travel fee and an accommodation fee as in order to provide our best services we will need to spend two nights in these locations.
Do you pay the Vendors Fee?
Quite a number of venues in Jamaica charges a Vendors Fee for using a photographer, makeup artiste etc outside of the ones provided by the venue. We do not pay the Vendors Fee. From time to time we run promotions (eg. 10% off our prices) and the discount saved could be used towards the vendors fee.
Will you recreate this photo that I really love?
We will try! We certainly will not be able to reproduce it exactly as many factors influence the creation of a photo and many of those factors will be different on your wedding day.
What is your style?
We are creative documentary wedding photographers and we use unique compositions, angle and perspective to help tell your story. We are very hands off especially for some parts of the wedding however we do take the posed family photos, posed bridal party photos and couples photos. Our posed couples photos are not overly posed but more directed as we strive to capture emotions even in those posed photos.
When is the best time of year for weddings in Jamaica?
Jamaica has a vibrant wedding industry and weddings are held all year every day. November to March is very cool however these months tend to be more expensive for accommodations etc as there is more demand. The sun sets earlier in these months as well so wedding ceremonies tend to start earlier. While the “summer” months are hotter and sometimes more humid there is more daylight to work with and ceremonies tend to start later. Our rainiest months are usually October and May.
How will my photos be delivered and how soon after our wedding?
Your photos will be online for viewing and we deliver via download. Photos are usually ready 4 to 6 weeks after your wedding however it may be sooner depending on how busy we are and how many hours we were booked for.
Can we give you a shot list?
Yes you can however we suggest you keeping the shot list to the formal photos required. Photos such as the first kiss will be covered during our normal photo taking process so no need to add naturally occurring photos to your shot list.
Have you ever done a wedding at my venue before?
We have shot at most of the wedding venues in Jamaica and know some of them inside out however in the rare case that we have not we welcome new challenges.
What type of camera do you use and do you have backups?
We currently use Canon mirrorless and DSLR cameras and we take multiple cameras, lens, flashes, batteries, cards etc on your wedding day so we will have adequate backups. Our cameras even uses dual card slots so there is less chance of us losing images due to card failure.
Will we meet you before our wedding day since we are having a destination wedding in Jamaica?
If your wedding is in the Montego Bay environs we will be happy to meet you at your resort the week of your wedding. We can also Skype, FaceTime or WhatsApp video or voice call. We do not see the majority of our clients until their wedding day.
Why should we hire your company to photograph our Jamaica Destination Wedding?
We care and we will be there for you! We have done hundreds of weddings which have taught us how to deal with the stresses of a wedding day. Should you need it we will help with your planning by working out your wedding day timeline and we will work with you to solve any problem that may occur.
Below are reviews from past clients as seen on Wedding Wire
Michelle Hipple
Faultless! Comes highly recommended. True expert, true professional. Prompt and great delivery.
Being as apprehensive as I was in entrusting our special celebration, I have to say the first telephone conversation with Michael eased my fears.
He reassured me even outside of what his role was by helping to settle some of my nerves with my Wedding Planner delayed response, by simply explaining from his experience what to expect.
Our 1st meeting in Jamaica, the 1st day upon arrival on the Island, Michael was very prompt and equally reassuring, and comfortably professional. No regrets. Very satisfied with the photos, and the speed of delivery.
Debra Orringer
Very professional with incredible photos
We used Saab photography for a family photo shoot while on holiday in Jamaica. Working with Michael to schedule the shoot was very easy and seamless. He was very responsive and quick to answer emails. He helped us find a time of day that would provide the best light and he offered a rain contingency plan. We booked the photo shoot a few months before our visit but Michael emailed me to confirm the details one week before the event.
Our photographer Christopher was on time and professional. He found lots of varied locations around our rental house to take photos so that we would have lots of photos that looked unique. He also suggested combinations of people so we now have special photos of my dad with my sisters, our parents with the grandchildren etc. The only way to describe the photos is spectacular. Christopher's attention to detail created wonderful photos that helped capture our time in Jamaica. I would highly recommend Saab.
Catie
The best photographer in Jamaica
This was by far the easiest part of our destination wedding. Michael is very responsive to email, and made payments super easy with paypal. I got my photos a week after I got back. My photos tell a story of my wedding day, and I get to relive it every time I look at them. I give Saab Weddings the highest recommendation!
Marissa
Amazing Experience with Michael Saab from Saab photography!
Michael was very professional, approachable, patient and very talented photographer. He met all of our needs and took the time to meet with before to make sure he captured all the moments/things we wanted to include for our memories from our wedding. He was also always on time and prompt, very dependable. the photos came out amazing, I would highly recommend him to anyone!
Katarzyna Pietrzak
Best wedding photographers in Jamaica!
Chantal and Chris, the associates from Saab Weddings did an amazing job! It was a pleasure to work with them prior and during the wedding. The communication with the photographers was very smooth via emails, phone calls and in person. They listened to our needs, were very helpful and friendly. The final effect of the 6-hour photo shooting was even better than we expected - almost 1,000 beautiful pictures, capturing every single moment of the wedding.
Stacey Ketterer
The absolute BEST!
I can’t even put into words how wonderful it was to work with Saab Weddings! They worked with me on exactly what I wanted and the pictures were even better than I could have imagined! Chris was fantastic and made me and the rest of my wedding party and guests very comfortable. He went above and beyond to capture all of the best moments on our wedding day! I highly recommend Saab Weddings for anyone looking for a cut above the rest!
Jessica
Jamaican Wedding Photographer
Michael was a very helpful man, we had some issues arise right before the wedding and he was extremely accomodating, and nice when I was behind schedule. We received many photos of our wedding that friends and family have been pleased to see.
Celia
Great Service!
My husband is really into photography and wanted to make sure whoever we got to take our photos was the best. Michael was a great photographer! He was personable and had great attention to detail. Additionally, Michael was willing to provide us with some of the more creative shots we asked for. I would highly recommend him.
Nadia
Negril Wedding Photographer
I can't say enough about how wonderful Michael is! I was a little nervous about getting a photographer for our wedding in Negril, but Michael quickly put my mind at ease with his professionalism. Our pictures are beautiful and he really captured the REAL us. I would highly recommend him for your wedding in Jamaica. The entire process was very easy and he was great with following up with me prior to the wedding.
Jackie
Jamaica Destination Wedding Photographer
My husband and I got married at Half Moon in Montego Bay on July 13th. Chris and Chantal, Michael Saab's associates, were my photographers for both the rehearsal dinner and the big day. When booking my photographer I was told that Michael Saab was excellent and even his associates were better than any other choices. This proved to be 100% true. Chris and Chantal were not only professional but extremely pleasant to have with us on our special day. I can tell you that every one of my guests new them both by name by the end of the evening! The pictures turned out beautiful and Michael and his group were wonderful to work with. I would highly recommend Michael Saab Photography for any bride and groom.
Tajai
Montego Bay Wedding Photographer
My husband and I had the honor of having Michael and Olive shoot both our engagement photo shoot and our wedding! This team is dynamite! They compliment each other so well! Our engagement pictures and wedding pictures are breathtaking! They do whatever is need to get the shot and if Michael is on the ground just to get a good angle...that picture is going to be awesome! I can't say enough about them...they are my FAVORITE photographers!
"Lift your chin up"- Michael lol
Jill
Ocho Rios Wedding Photographer
We chose Michael Saab to do our photos and could not be happier with the results. He was on time and captured everything we were looking for. Everyone who has looked at our photos is amazed at how good they are. It has given people who were not able to come a beautiful "picture" of what our special day was like. He gave us exactly what we asked for and did it in a professional and talented manner.
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