the wedding photography experience in 7 simple steps
If you've recently become engaged, the news is sure to be overwhelming and exciting. As your dreams begin to take shape for one of the most important days in your life, you may find yourself bursting with anticipation. A key decision that awaits you—and one that shouldn't be taken lightly—is selecting a wedding photographer who will capture all those special moments so they live on forever. To help make this task easier, I am here to explain the wedding photography booking process in seven simple steps; each step bringing you closer to making your dream wedding album a reality.
1. consultation call
After submitting your inquiry with sincerely, studio, we will schedule a consultation call. I want to hear your story — how did you meet, what drew you to each other, what excites you the most about your special day... I am here to tell your story in the best way possible and a consultation call is a great way to determine if our styles match. At the end of the day, I want to know how we can exceed your expectations!
2. questionnaire
Once you've decided that you'd like to book me as your wedding photographer, I typically send over a questionnaire to get a better understanding of how the two of you are as a couple. What is your love language? What are your favourite songs? I love asking my couples intimate questions that allow me to really get to know you so I can tell your story better. The more I understand your love for one another, the better your photos will be.
3. engagement shoot
An engagement session is a great opportunity for us to get to know each other better, and for you to get comfortable in front of the camera!
I love to take my couples on extended hikes or adventures around the city where you can relax and simply enjoy each other's company. I will plan this session for you from beginning to end to ensure it suits your style and comfort level -- my goal is to ultimately document a truly authentic experience that fits your story. Having your engagement session can even be in a location that means something special for you and your partner. It’s a great time to get creative!
4. planning and timeline
If you don’t have an idea of how a timeline can look for your wedding, I will work with you to determine one that works best on your special day. We will go over everything from the best times to take portrait photos to sneaking away and taking romantic wedding photos of you and your partner. We can jump on a call as often as you'd like to answer any questions you may have. I truly mean it when I say I'm here for you every step of the way.
5. your wedding day
At this point in the planning process, we will have gone over all aspects of booking your wedding photographer. Now that the day is here, I will be a fly on the wall during your special day, capturing all the subtle, special moments that truly define your love story. I mostly aim for organic, candid shots between you and your loved ones; but I also like to mix in some posed shots to ensure we fully capture the essence of your day! Leave all the moments to me and have trust and faith that I will capture you and your partner’s most beautiful moments.
6. sneak peeks
I love to send delightful sneak peeks to prolong your "just married" bliss. I want to make sure you have photos you can immediately share with family & friends! This will give you a sneak peek into how your wedding photos came out.
7. gallery delivery
Between 8-12 weeks after your wedding, you will receive your full gallery! Make sure to grab a drink and a quiet area to relive your day all over again with your partner! This is always a special moment for couples where they get to see all the important details from their wedding day so it’s important to take your time to soak in every detail.
The wedding booking process is a lot easier than you may think. If you decide to hire me as your wedding photographer, just know that I will be there every step of the way to make sure your wedding day is that much more special. As a documentary-style photographer, I like to capture the raw and genuine moments of your love. Sometimes the imperfect moments are the most genuine and capturing these is just as important as capturing the perfect ones.
To see some of my favorite images from past weddings and couples sessions, watch the video below.
