More for the Brides...

Tip #3 -  The timeline... every couple should try to put pen to paper when it come to the day's timeline of events, not only is it needed for organization, but when it comes to photography - the timeline is key. With every wedding that I cover - I meet with the couple at the location(s) for their upcoming event - actually doing a walk through defining what will take place where & when. This is another way to make sure that there's enough time allotted to formals &  the portraiture session for the Bride & Groom. Many times this also aids the couple with determining the amount of coverage that they need to tell the story of their wedding....

Rich,

The photos are so beautiful!!! I can't wait to see them all. I see alot that we like. I will talk to you about the coffee table books b/c 2 of them will be different b/c they are to my side and Joe's side. I have been getting rave reviews as well and everyone loved you.

Katrina & Joe 



Tip #4 
Questions to photographers, is as known as location to Realitors - asking the right questions will make the difference between having the photographer that you wrote the check to, be the person showing up on the day of your wedding to provide the coverage. Also, don't be afraid to ask for references... references can remove a lot of doubt about one's business practice, but you as the consumer have to do your homework. Here are a sample of just a few... Do you use an assistant? Do you post edit all of the images yourself? Is there an extra cost for color corrections and color conversions? How long until our images will be posted for proofing? When I meet with each client, I go over a list of questions that I think most couples should know the answers to even if they didn't ask - this relieves any further stress from the couple so they can rest assured that I'm fully working for them when they aquire my services.

Thanks for working with us once again.
And for capturing our most sacred & special times in our lives
in such a beautiful way.
It means so much. For me, as an artist, it is as though
its a visual account of time, 
you as the photographer have stolen these
moments and frozen them for us & preserved them,
and they can exist forever.
 Rich, its a beautiful thing to do with your life!
I hope Elijah and I will one day be fortunate enough to work
in a creative field that is both meaningful and rewarding.
I have faith that we'll find that someday.
I just always get choked up looking at the photo shoots
you have done for us.
Thanks once again. Talk to you soon!
Love,    

Jade,  Elijah  & Gabriel