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Choosing a photographer
Look at full galleries, including dark receptions, and confirm who will actually shoot your wedding.
- Two or three full galleries
- Skin tones like yours
- Who shoots on the day
- Delivery times in writing
Style & the look · 6 subtopics: Photography & videography
Choosing photographers and videographers, styles, coverage, shot lists, timelines and getting the photos you will treasure.
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Photography styles
Documentary, editorial, traditional, fine art, film-inspired, light and airy or moody.
- Look at editing, not just poses
- Film-look and flash trends
- Candids vs posed balance
- Ask how they direct shy people
03
Shot lists and family photos
List family groupings and important people; 10–15 groupings takes about 30–45 minutes.
- Biggest group first
- Names, not just roles
- A person to gather groups
- Divorced and blended families planned
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Videography
Highlight films, full ceremony edits and same-day edits — sound and audio of vows make it worth it for many couples.
- Highlight vs documentary film
- Clear audio of vows and toasts
- Delivery timeline
- Drone rules at the venue
05
Photo timeline and first looks
A first look moves portraits before the ceremony; golden hour gives the best light.
- First look or aisle reveal
- Golden-hour portraits
- Time for family photos
- A vendor meal break
06
Engagement sessions
A shoot before the wedding helps you relax with your photographer and gives images for save-the-dates.
- Meaningful location
- Outfits you love
- Golden hour
- Bring a second look
Articles on photo & video.
Vendors & contracts3 min read
Questions to ask a wedding photographer before you sign
Style, coverage, who shoots, delivery times, backups and the contract clauses that matter.
Photos & video3 min read
Make room for the photos — and the morning
Connect your beauty schedule, family photos and ceremony time so everyone works toward the same realistic milestones.
Photos & video2 min read
The wedding photo shot list (including family groupings)
Must-have moments, a family grouping order that saves time, and how to handle divorced and blended families.
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