Is a retainer required? Is it refundable? 

Yes. A non-refundable retainer of $1,000 is required at the time of booking to formally reserve your wedding date. Your contract and retainer invoice will be sent together for a seamless booking experience, and the retainer will be applied directly toward your selected collection. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to your celebration, with custom payment plans available upon request.

You are more than welcome to share your images on social media, I just ask that you credit Courtney Paal Photography as the photographer and not add any filters or edits to them! 

Can we share our photos?

How long will it take for us to recieve our wedding gallery?  

Your full wedding gallery will be delivered within 8 weeks. I never rush through the editing process - I want every image to reflect my best work. Each photo is edited by hand, without AI programs, to ensure consistency, artistry, and the timeless look you see throughout my portfolio. This approach takes a little longer, but worth every moment.  

If your date has already been reserved, we have an amazing team of associate photographers who work closely with me throughout the planning process. I remain your main point of contact for communication and timeline guidance, and all images are personally edited by me to ensure the same timeless style and cohesive feel you see throughout my work. 

If an associate photographer isn’t the right fit, I’m also happy to share trusted photographer recommendations.

What if you're already booked on our wedding date? 

Can we adjust our collection later if our timeline changes?

Yes, we’re always here for you. If your timeline shifts or you decide you would like to add an engagement photo, or if your needs simply and evolve, we can adjust your collection at any point to ensure your coverage still fits your day perfectly.

Do you photograph weddings of all sizes and styles

Do you work with our wedding planner or coordinator?

Absolutely! We're team players and want the best for you and your day to run and go as smoothly as possible! 

Can we keep our gallery private and off social media?

Absolutely. If you prefer your images to remain private and not be shared on social media, simply let us know. We fully respect your wishes and are always happy to keep your gallery private. 

Yes — Absolutely. Over the years we've experienced everything from destination beach, mountain tops, and desert weddings to African, Spanish, Jewish, and same-sex celebrations. We’ve captured a Minnesota Twins player’s wedding in the Dominican and we've even experienced a same day surprise engagement and wedding no one knew was happening until they arrived!
We had weddings with no bridal party and some with 11 on each side!
We’ve spent our days in vineyards, orchards, backyards, barns, luxury estates, and mansions — 
Sometimes there can be difficult family dynamics (we got you)!
At the end of the day, we simply love photographing people who love each other - in all places and all styles!