Wedding Photography Frequiently Asked Questions (FAQs)
There is a lot to take in and get your head around when booking a wedding, especially when it comes to vooking the venue and the photographer! In fact, there are probably more questions than you realise to ask. Here are a wide range of questions that often get asked.
It is worth noting that I have put these here for your convenience - but I am happy to discuss any questions or concerns that you may have! Please feel free to contact me; I am netiher salesy or pushy - my passion is that people have their perfect wedding, irrespective of whether you book me.
Wedding Questions
Here are the main questions that I get asked regarding my work on the main day itself.
Frequently asked questions
How long are you photographing on the day?
A lot of photographers state times, such as 8 hours for a wedding. I do not for one reason - I am there for the whole day! From getting ready in the morning to the party in the evening, I will be there taking photos of details, emotions all of the important moments. This means I do not like to restrict myself to a set time; I will often be part of your wedding day for 11 to 13 hours, depending on what you have planned.
What if you lose the photographs
This is a subject that I am very OCD about, as I have heard of some horror stories!
When will we get the photos delivered?
Your wedding day is only the start - it is typically days and even week of solid work to process your images. Many photographers will take 3-6 months to provide images, which is a long time to wait when you are really excited! This is why I provide a small selection on the day - good enough quality for social media - so that you can see how amazing you looked on the day!
I am really uncomfortable with having my photo taken, how do I pose?
This may surprise you, but this is actually MY job to worry about it, not yours! I use a wide range of techniques that will help you get beautiful photographs. Most people that I work with do not like having their photo taken, but by the time they have spent a few minutes with me they will be having a real giggle and enjoying themselves.
I hate my body/I am too fat/I am too skinny/other?
Firstly, I disagree. You are beautiful as you are, male, female, trans, straight, gay, large, small, etc.
How many photos will I get?
I take a lot of photos on the day! Things like groups shots tend to get a lot to try and avoid people blinking or making a weird expression - so I do think the photos out to the good ones. However, I do not limit the number of digital images that I supply to you. When I got married I noticed how many photographers specify 600 or 800 images. I do not - I try not to limit the photos to any number - if they are good I will process them and supply them. This is why many of my couples receive 1000+ images. There is no promise from me as such for a specific amount, but I do always provide a lot of photographs.
Will the photos be edited?
Some photographers just take the images out of the camera and apply the same settings to all, and then do the same thing in blank and white. I do not - I work on all of the images in a multiple stage process to make sure all of the images are processed to a high quality. Some images are more suited to black and white and some to colour - I use my experience to go through them and produce the highest quality.
Engagement Questions
I get a lot of questions specifically around the engagement photoshoot. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions that I get!
Frequently asked questions
What clothes should I wear?
What make-up should I wear?
I typically say that less is more. Part of processing images involves working with skin, and actually it is better to be natural than thick with makeup, especially foundation. As a guide, I suggest what you would wear to Sunday church rather than a Saturday night out. It is worth bringing spare eye and lip makeup. Although it may be unnatural, it might be worth thinking about bringing a lip balm for the men!
Where should I have my photos taken?
I prefer quiet locations in the countryside, where you will not feel self conscious. If you have somewhere in mind, I am happy to work with you to shoot in your preferred choice.
I am really uncomfortable with having my photo taken, how do I pose?
This may surprise you, but this is actually MY job! I use a wide range of techniques that will help you get beautiful photographs. Most people that I work with are worried about having their photo taken, but by the time they have spent a few minutes with me they will be having a real giggle and enjoying themselves. Remember, most people getting married are not models, its rare that I get someone who is comfortable in front of the camera!
What happens if it is raining?
I typically prefer to try and do couple's shoots in the dry - it helps you to concentrate on the shoot and the images normally come out better too! I will stay in regular contact and if the weather is not looking great we can discuss if you want to reschedule. If you book a wedding quite near in the future, I will book in more than one date just in case, if possible.
I hate my body, I am too fat/skinny/other?
I work with people with all sorts of different body shapes. Whether you are thin and straight or have a curvy body, I know the poses that will be most flattering to your shape. One of the reasons I provide engagement shoots for free as part of wedding packages is to help guide you and show you the most flattering way to pose so that you look your best on the big day.
Wedding Packages
It is not always easy to know what you want, so I have created a number of wedding photography packages to suit your requirements. Not quite right? Talk to me about a bespoke package.
Wedding Portfolio
I have a lot of experience and will work with couples on the style and types of photos that they want. Check out some of my photographs, from getting ready through to the end of the day.
Engagement Photoshoots
Get to know me as your wedding photographer as well as learning about posing for your special day. I provide free engagement photos as part of my wedding packages as they are so integral to the smooth running of the day.
Approved Suppliers
There are so many wedding suppliers out there, how do you know who is worth the money?
I have a lot of experience of the market, as well as getting first-hand experience of how they work with couples. See who I would recommend.