Has anyone got any tips on HOW to choose the right photographer for your day??? Also heres A list of must have shots to give your photographer!! obviously you dont have to have them all just pick n choose the ones you want. Hope this helps ;o)
Getting ready
=Bride's dress on the hanger or over a chair =Close-up of bride's shoes =Close-up of bride's bouquet =Bride in curlers or having make-up applied =Bridesmaids applying their make-up =Bride putting on garter =Mum and/or bridesmaids helping the bride arrange her dress, bustle the train, etc. =Close-up of dress details =Bride together with bridesmaids =Bride hugging mum =Flower girl(s) ready to go =Mum or bridesmaids putting finishing touches on bride, adding the veil, etc. =Bride spending moment alone, thinking quietly, praying or looking out the window =Full-length shot of bride all dressed and ready to go =Groom putting on tie =Groom with Best Man/Ushers =Ring bearer ready to go =Groom with dad, hugging or whispering advice =Bride and groom separately getting in the car, limo or cab
Ceremony
=Groom looking out the window, waiting for the bride to arrive =Car arriving with bride =Bride stepping out of the car =Wide shot of ceremony space from the back =Guests arriving =Ushers helping grandparents and special guests to their seats =Front and back shots of flower girl/ring bearer walking down the aisle =Close up of details (guest book, pew decorations, etc) =Groom and Best Man waiting nervously for bride to walk down aisle =Guests sitting down, waiting for ceremony to start =Bridesmaids walking down the aisle =Wedding party standing at the altar =Bride just before walking down the aisle =Back shot of bride beginning to walk down the aisle =Full-frontal shot of bride walking down the aisle =Close-up of groom's face when he sees bride for the first time (this can be done earlier,if photos are done before the ceremony) =Back shot of bride and groom together at the altar with officiall between them =Shot focusing on bridesmaids' bouquets, lined up as they hold them at the altar =Close-up of each hand as the rings are exchanged =Close-up of bride's face, as seen over the groom's shoulder =Close-up of groom's face, as seen over the bride's shoulder =Shot of both sets of parents' faces as they witness ceremony =The first kiss =Happy couple walking back down the aisle together, as married couple =Guests getting ready to shower the couple with well wishes (and rice, confetti, etc) as they leave =Bride and groom walking out of ceremony space, hand-in-hand =Before the Reception =Full shot of bride and groom together, smiling =Full shot of bride and groom hugging =Full shot of bride and groom kissing =Bride being lifted or carried by groom or sitting on groom's lap =Close-up of couples' faces as bride is lifted, carried or sitting on groom's lap =Bride with her parents =Groom with his parents =Bride with groom's parents =Groom with bride's parents =Bride with bridesmaids =Groom with Best Man =Bride with Best Man =Group shot of bride, groom, family and wedding party =Groom leaning up against a wall with bride in front of him, kissing =Bride and groom walking toward the camera, holding hands =Bride and groom walking away from camera, holding hands =Bride and groom looking off in the same direction together
Reception
=Close-up of details (place settings, name cards, etc) =Close-up of centerpieces =Wide shot of entire room before everyone arrives, even better if taken from above =Any special moments during the receiving line process =Bride and groom's first dance =Bride dancing with her dad - close-up of her face as seen over his shoulder =Groom dancing with his mum =Close-up of cake =Bride showing her new ring to the guests =Bride and groom hugging guests, close-ups of faces =Best Man (or other guests) making a toast to the couple =Bride and groom's faces as they listen to the toast(s) =Guests smiling and clapping =Guests dancing and cutting loose on the dance floor =Wide shot of entire room after guests arrive, even better if taken from above =Close-ups of guests' faces, laughing and having a great time =Groups of friends sitting together at their table or dancing =Bride and groom whispering to each other =Parents (or even better, grandparents) dancing =Kids dancing or playing around =Close-up of band or DJ =Bride and groom cutting the cake =Bride and groom feeding each other =Bride and groom in back seat of getaway car =Back of car as it drives away
CommentAuthorxxsophieMxx
good god, all thats gonna cost a fortune in buying extra prints!! hehehe, soooo worth it though!! x
CommentAuthormitch2509
how do you know this ?
CommentAuthorspooney24
Thanks for the list which is fab and gives loads of ideas of pics that can be captured on the day. But we wont be having our photographer there when I am getting ready or h2b getting ready as we cant afford a full days service so we are just having him at the church and then group pics and us on our own at our chosen venue before we go onto the wedding reception venue. He will take a pic of us pretending to cut the cake and pics of the line up for greeting our guests before they go in for the meal but then he leaves after this. For pics of me getting ready and also when I leave to head to the church, my uncle has kindly volunteered to take a few photos for us and also again in the evening for the first dance and grand march. x
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CommentAuthorCeCe
WOWSER..lol...that is one helluva list...thats some serious snapping!
Sheeeeeeeeeesh you can bet my fat beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeehind we will NOT be having half the amount of those shots!!!!
Our Before getting ready pics are being taken by a semi professional guest..as the pics in the evening will be. The PRO will be taking the MAIN shots then going home for his tea - cooked by his wife not us! LOL
wow, whatta list, very helpful tho... im thinking im gonna write it out!! thanks x
CommentAuthorMrs Daltry
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my photographer is sending me a list and all we have to do it tick the pictures that we defo want done (planned) and then they just keep snapping away during the day
CommentAuthormrsr2b
ohh thats a good idea tiggs huni, might check out if the photographers im thnkin about can do that!! xx
CommentAuthorMrs (Dove) Pidgeon
We will be making our own list- but I think photographer with any experience would know to take most of those without being told...
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CommentAuthorMrs Alsbetty
the day will be over before its started haha x
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CommentAuthorClaire Sky
you are a genius! copy and paste for me! lol xx thanks hon xxxxxx
CommentAuthorLisa"n"Iain
thats a fab list- im having my photos for free so dont think i could be that cheeky-lol
CommentAuthorClaire Sky
lol lisa, one of our good friends is a photographer and doing our pics! being as cheeky as i like! lol xxxx he shouldn't have offered! lol xxxx
CommentAuthorMrs Rebecca Hossfeld
Great list! Thanks for that lillywhiteslater@liv :)
CommentAuthorTinsel
I was thinking about all this and didn't know where to start. Good list, now to pick and choose the ones I want.
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CommentAuthorLou lou
Thats a huge list ! i did nt think of giving him a list!
CommentAuthorRebecca
ya know that's REALLY helpful!!! i was just asking my friend what kind of photos does she think i should have??? and this list really helps!!!!! x
CommentAuthorMelly
I wonder how many of those shots would work for us!! I dont think many will somehow, as i'll be getting ready in a tent, and having our reception whilst camping. xx
CommentAuthorLisa"n"Iain
lol@Melly
CommentAuthorMelly
My biggest worry is falling over when trying to get my dress on. xx
CommentAuthorSuzi
Aww thanks hun, that is FAB I was going to start writing this list for my photographer so this will save me a job! ♥♥♥♥
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CommentAuthorDan and Lisa :o)
Haha we not using all of them but just the ones that matter the most and then candid shots as its a friend doing our photo's. Makes it more personal for us. ;o) Just thought it mite help for sum extra ideas.lol xx
CommentAuthorMelly
I'd like to think we could use some of them, but dont think they would all fit. xx
CommentAuthorP3nelope
Thats a good idea,
CommentAuthorDiana89
Great idea hun thanks
CommentAuthorLaura
That is a major help Lisa, thanx. xxxx
CommentAuthorDan and Lisa :o)
Ur welcome ladies.xx
CommentAuthorMrs Daltry
there you go rebecca i used the advanced search to find it for you
CommentAuthorkirsto
Fantastic I will be copying and pasting aswell..fab! x
CommentAuthorAngelaeris
thanks for that was only wondering about that the other day now i got it copied and pasted now all i gotta do is find a photographer lol
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CommentAuthorLou lou
oh my word thats one large list !! xx
CommentAuthorClareandBen2010
i'll be keeping that list to hand, very helpful x
CommentAuthorCupCake
I'm getting married at 4pm... so I don't think I'd have time for that lot!! lol But I do intend on making a short list of what I want, but our photographer is my cousins partner so I will boss him about on the day lol xxx
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Our photographer is a friend and I've sent him the list as a kind of a wind up but half serious as there are some good suggestions in there. Thanks for that.
CommentAuthorMrs Steph Lapworth
Sorry im gonna bump this
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CommentAuthorMrs fairytale
have just saved the list on to my computer so can show my photographers love the list, think i want all the photos lol xx
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CommentAuthorKaya
We saved it when it was posted before as well :-)
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CommentAuthorx~Hails~x
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Its a brill list :-) heres some tips for choosing the right photographer for you that I found online :-)
important Things To Consider When Choosing a Wedding Photographer
Experience Level - Has this person photographed other weddings? Does he/she do this for a living or for fun?
Photographic Style - Are the images that you are shown, what you would like to see? There are "buzz" words flying about everywhere about photojournalism, formal, classic candid, and so on. Do you want a mixture of black and white or only colour photos?
Truth in Advertising - Is this the photographer that will be photographing your wedding or will they send in whomever is available. Don't be shocked, this happens more often than you can imagine. Be certain that you know which photographer is going to be there and that you see HIS/HER work and meet with that individually face to face.
Personality - Is the photographer that you meet someone that you can get along with? Is the "chemistry" there?
Appearance - Ask the photographer how he/she intends to dress. Is this person well groomed?
Price Range - Although, the last thing you want to do is shop by price, is this person within your budget? If not, is he or she worth the price difference? Make sure you understand what everything costs, including reprints and albums.
Delivery - How long does it take to get your proofs back, thank you cards, your finished album, your bridal portrait, etc.?
Offering - Whether it's a la carte or a package, do you understand what you are getting? Is there any room for changes and will it cost to do so? Sometimes the packages are fixed, sometimes they can be customized, in any case, ask. How much time will he/she spend? What if you need more time? Make sure that you know what's coming.
Contract - Do you understand the contract. Is it fair? Is everything spelled out? When it comes down going to court, only what is WRITTEN really counts, not what was promised. Make sure that you have no doubts before signing. Read it ALL.
What about deposits and payments? What does it say about cancellations and the photographer not being there? If the photographer protests, ask him why? This is one area NOT to take lightly. You could be disappointed for a long time.
References - A personal reference is always the best and people love to talk. Get a list of references from the photographer and check them out personally. A photographer who doesn't have references or is afraid to give them to you may not be the person that you need to hire.
Other Questions: (some questions may be repeated from the list above)
Have you shot a wedding at my location before? Do you have an assistant? Do you have backup equipment and is it the same quality as the primary equipment? What time will you begin and how long will you stay until? When will the proofs be ready? Do we get to keep the proofs? Do you mark your proofs? Where and how are your proofs marked? How much extra for unmarked proofs? Do we get to keep our negatives? How long do you keep the negatives and will you sell them to us? Do you use high speed film to expose natural light? Do you have tele-photo and wide-angle lenses? Do you work well with the other vendors? i.e.: coordinators, caterers, videographers. Can you work from a photo checklist that we create? How will you be dressed? Do you process and develop your own film and prints?
What goes on the all important contract?
The name of your photographer The time that he/she arrives and leaves The number of proofs you will view in order to pick your enlargements and/or keep The description of the package you ordered A list of guaranteed prices for enlargements. If they have a brochure with prices then get the photographer to write down that the prices on the brochure they gave you are the prices that you will be charged. The cutoff date for these brochure prices. All additional charges, services, taxes, travel, etc... Get the exact cost on the contract. An explanation of what happens if your photographer doesn't show up. The date and deposit amount and how much is still owing. Your name, address and phone number. The names and addresses of the ceremony and reception locations
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CommentAuthorMrs Steph Lapworth
I missed it last time lol
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CommentAuthorMrs fairytale
i saw it last time but forgot to copy it so thought i had better do it this time, is it just me steph or has your post about meeting your photographer gone !!!!
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CommentAuthorx~Hails~x
Yeah she asked me to delete it for her :-)
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with her permission of course
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CommentAuthorMrs Steph Lapworth
I asked for it to be deleted hun xx
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CommentAuthorbabycham79
have to agree its a fab list gonna copy and paste so i can show h2b and decide which ones we defo want doin then gonna give the list to one of my brothers who is doin the photo's for me :0) x
CommentAuthor~*~ Becca ~*~
y is it deleted? x
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CommentAuthorMrs Steph Lapworth
Cos i was given the link to this one becca (and also i didnt want to get into trouble lol) x
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CommentAuthorMrs fairytale
oh ok then just confussed me as click on it and then it come up saying its not there and then it was gone thought i was lossing my marbles there for a minute not that there is many left lol xx
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CommentAuthorMrs Steph Lapworth
lol hun no u can save them ones lol xx
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