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THANK YOU for allowing me to take part in your very special day! My goal is to work with you one-on-one and to make sure I capture your vision that you have of your wedding day in the all the ways that you would like.
Sometimes it is SO easy to get caught up in the stress of wedding planning, but that's what I hope to alleviate! This guide is specifically designed to help you with any unanswered question you might have OR maybe you haven't thought about yet!
I'm here for you EVERY step of the way!!
xoxo,
H
Our goal is to capture your day in a manner that you'll cherish forever.
I'm honored you're here.
welcome!
Throughout this guide I'll talk about a lot of things, but the main things I'm going to need from you are:
- questionnaire
- bridal prep google meet call
- timeline
- family shot list
you expect?
what can
Engagement pictures can be used for save the dates, invitations, for use on your wedding website, and make great guest book albums for your wedding! These will be the memories you will have of this exciting occasion in your life.
This is mainly for getting to know each other better! I know I can be awkward in front of the camera BUT if I know the person and I'm accustomed to them - usually it's a bit easier. That's the goal here!! I want you both to feel just like you're hanging out with a friend during the session AND on your big day!
I always offer FREE engagement sessions in Charleston, WV or I can come to you for an additional fee!
Congrats, You're engaged!
what's the vibe?
I normally suggest booking your engagement session about 4-5 months in advance of your wedding day. Do not wait until the last minute because my availability books up super quick - so don't wait!!!!
I've worked super hard to find suitable locations that still work for everyone's visions! When planning your session, start with my location guide first! Remember this guide will be specifically for Charleston, WV. If you're wanting us to travel to you - that's when your ideas for locations really come in handy!!!
The other thing to think about is the weather! Weather can be unpredictable. We will keep an eye on the weather as the day approaches so that we can reschedule if needed. We do not take our equipment out in the rain - but I also want you to receive photos that you LOVE, so please just be flexible if we need to reschedule!
session
engagement
no cap on images
online gallery
30-45+ minutes
one outfit
one location
What's included with your session?
uncomfortable or too small clothes
bright neon colors
busy patterns/stripes
clothes that clash in color and/or style
clothes that you feel confident in!! It will show!
solid colors with maybe one pattern (solid look better)
go dressy or casual
outfits that compliment each other in color and style
& Don'ts
the do's
Outfit
Inspo
After we do all of the photos - you'll partyyyy at your reception!!
cocktail hour & Reception
6:00
You enjoy coming down the aisle - we'll handle the rest!!
After the ceremony - we will go into your family photos, any remaining wedding party photos, and your couples photos!
Ceremony
4:00
You can do these before or after the ceremony - but usually it's easier to get at least the wedding party done before the ceremony!
bridal party & family Photos
2:45
Usually we do the first look(s) 1-2 hours before the ceremony!
first looks
2:15
Typically we get there 2-3 hours before the ceremony so we can get all of the details + getting ready!
getting ready
10:00
Wedding
Day Timeline
vendors
Preferred
loma's cakes and catering
spring hill bakery
lil' bit of heaven
wedding cakes
loma's cakes and catering
braye family catering
catering
kcr floral studio
serendipity by rhi
event aesthetics
florists
the cats meow entertainment
dj murphy entertainment
level entertainment
jukebox productions
DJs
jq dickinson salt works
mia bella grand
venetian estate
heigh garden
venues
dovely event planning
enchanted events wv
Wedding Planners
First looks are a great way to take a breather before the craziness of your ceremony begins. The photos capture you and your partner in a quiet sweet moment before the wedding. This is the moment when you first see each other and you can get it all caught on camera. I highly recommend opting for a first look if you are awkward as well - it's just the two of you vs. everyone staring at you!
But then we alsooo understand if you've dreamed of the moment when you come down the aisle for the first time. Either way works - it's genuinely just up to you!
down the aisle
first look vs.
- schedule your engagement session 4-5 months before your big day
- have all of your details in one box for me if you want flat lay suite for your details
- make a family shot list so family photos are a breeze!
- Have a point person on each side of the family. This is someone that can help wrangle all of your family members when it comes to family photos!
- Take breaks throughout the day. You only get ONE wedding day - take it in and enjoy it!!!
advice
wedding day
additional sentimental items
flower girl baskets
perfume/cologne
hair accessories
polished rings/ring box
Groom's tie, cufflinks etc.
Bride's shoes, viel, jewlery etc.
bride's dress/groom's suit
Wedding day checklist
celebrate your big day!
We can't wait to
Per my contract, I require that there be absolutely NO lasers. If lasers are present, our cameras are immediately set down and we stop shooting.
Lasers have the ability to destroy our cameras sensors. So to protect our equipment and make sure you get the photos/videos you dreamed of we simply ask that there be no lasers.
Can my DJ have lasers?
03.
For photos: you'll receive a link on your email. You can automatically download everything from this one link! The email will walk you through it!
For videos: you'll receive a link on your email. You can automatically watch and download everything on there!
How do we receive our photos and videos?
05.
On your gallery delivery email, you'll see a "gallery aftercare" section. Make sure to fully read through this!!
This talks about making sure to download everything and how to back it up since your gallery will expire after a certain date.
Do we need to do anything after we receive our photos/videos?