This is Part One in a series of articles highlighting what you can expect from a typical professional wedding photographer. I give this form to each of my wedding clients so they know ahead of time what will happen, and in what sequence.
Of course, weddings are "uncontrolled" events, and as such, can be unpredictable. However, I found by giving this guide to them, they are more prepared for what I'm doing, where I'll be shooting at, where my assistant will be, etc. It helps them to relax a little more and know that I'm taking care of the photography details so they can enjoy their wedding day.
TIPS FROM YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY PHOTOGRAPHS
First, congratulations and best wishes to you and your future spouse! Planning your wedding can be stressful; however, remember that this will be a happy day for both of you. Good planning and organization will help relieve some of the worries of how to get everything done.
This guide will help you know and prepare what your wedding photographer will do for you on your wedding day. I’ve outlined some of the things we’ll go over as we plan out how to get the most beautiful photographs of your day.
PRE-WEDDING PLANNING:
1: YOUR WEDDING PACKAGE: You and I will sit down and go over the wedding photography services contract so you know exactly what’s expected from me. Then, we’ll visit about the different services and products that I offer. We’ll pick the right wedding package for you that will fit within your budget and give you the most flexibility.
2: SHOOT LIST: Once we’ve settled on the services and products for your wedding photography, then we’ll go over your wedding day from start to finish, outlining what you want shot, and the people you want most in your wedding images. I’ll also give you a Shooting List so you can think about and write down the wedding shots you want. I’ll need you to give me this list no later than 30 days prior to your wedding day. You can return this list with the remaining deposit check. Additionally, you and your spouse should make a list of your favorite and special songs, writings, poems, etc. and give this to me along with the Shooting List. I’ll incorporate these into your Wedding Slideshow (Packages B and C) as well as your wedding album. REMEMBER TO DESIGNATE A PERSON WHO KNOWS EVERYONE, TO HELP ME MAKE SURE I GET EVERYONE’S FORMAL PORTRAIT. I won’t know the physical appearance of the people you want shot in the formals – having a helper is critical so we don’t forget anyone.
FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY PHOTOGRAPHS
First, congratulations and best wishes to you and your future spouse! Planning your wedding can be stressful; however, remember that this will be a happy day for both of you. Good planning and organization will help relieve some of the worries of how to get everything done.
This guide will help you know and prepare what your wedding photographer will do for you on your wedding day. I’ve outlined some of the things we’ll go over as we plan out how to get the most beautiful photographs of your day.
PRE-WEDDING PLANNING:
1: YOUR WEDDING PACKAGE: You and I will sit down and go over the wedding photography services contract so you know exactly what’s expected from me. Then, we’ll visit about the different services and products that I offer. We’ll pick the right wedding package for you that will fit within your budget and give you the most flexibility.
2: SHOOT LIST: Once we’ve settled on the services and products for your wedding photography, then we’ll go over your wedding day from start to finish, outlining what you want shot, and the people you want most in your wedding images. I’ll also give you a Shooting List so you can think about and write down the wedding shots you want. I’ll need you to give me this list no later than 30 days prior to your wedding day. You can return this list with the remaining deposit check. Additionally, you and your spouse should make a list of your favorite and special songs, writings, poems, etc. and give this to me along with the Shooting List. I’ll incorporate these into your Wedding Slideshow (Packages B and C) as well as your wedding album. REMEMBER TO DESIGNATE A PERSON WHO KNOWS EVERYONE, TO HELP ME MAKE SURE I GET EVERYONE’S FORMAL PORTRAIT. I won’t know the physical appearance of the people you want shot in the formals – having a helper is critical so we don’t forget anyone.
3: REHEARSAL: I’ll attend the rehearsal (if no rehearsal is planned, we’ll meet at the wedding site) so that I know how the wedding will take place, and I can make notes on the various places to get the best shots. I’ll also need a secure location at the wedding site for storing the photographic equipment (lighting, cords, etc.) We’ll also pick a place for the formal portraits of the wedding party, friends and family who’ll be included, as well as you and your spouse’s intimate formal portraits.
Part Two of Wedding Photographer Tips will continue next week.
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