Your Name
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First Name
Last Name
Partner's Name
First Name
Last Name
MOH Phone Number (Incase I can't get a hold of the bride)
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Groom Phone Number
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Best Man's Phone Number (Incase I can't get a hold of the groom)
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How many bridesmaids / groomsmen do you have? (Please list their names and roles)
Do the bride and groom want getting ready photos?
What time will the bride start to get ready at & where? Please include addresses.
What time will the groom start to get ready at & where? Please include addresses.
Would you like your wedding details to be photographed for the bride & groom? (For example The Invitations, Perfume/ Cologne, Rings, Flowers, Veil, Jewelry, Family heirlooms, you NEED to be photographed)
Will there be an exchange of cards/gifts between you and your partner prior to the ceremony?
Would you like to see each other before the ceremony ("first look" / "first touch")? This is a great idea (and sometimes essential!) if you're getting married in the winter months (Nov-March) when there isn't enough daylight to get many photos after the ceremony. * If yes, do you have a place in mind where you would like this done? What time will this happen:
If you opt. for the first look, are you interested in doing bridal party photos before the ceremony?
Where is your ceremony location? Please include addresses:
What time are you leaving the getting ready location to go to the ceremony?
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What time will the ceremony start?
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Is this a religious wedding? If it is, are there any traditions happening during your ceremony that I need to be aware of?
Roughly how long is your ceremony going to be?
Will the ceremony be indoors or outdoors? If outdoors, what is the backup location in case of bad weather?
Will you be having a receiving line after the ceremony? (This is when the Bride and Groom greet all of their guests and get congratulated after they have walked down the isle as their guests proceed into cocktail hour.)
Are there any specific rules regarding photography at your ceremony location? Is flash allowed at your ceremony location?
Will you be doing an exit after your ceremony? (Bubble, Streamers, Bird Seed, etc)
Which formal family/ group photos would you like me to take? Please take your time with this question. The more specific you can be with the names and groups of people you would like photographed, the faster we can get these done. Please list their name and their relation to you: (For example: Mother of the bride - Kim Smith)
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Any family politics I might need to be aware of? (Divorces, Mobility issues for family members) Anything that I need to be sensitive to so I can be respectful of their situation for family photos.
Where is your Reception Location? Please include addresses:
Will you be having a cocktail hour? If yes, what time does it start:
Would you like to enjoy your cocktail hour after the ceremony or would you prefer to have some time to take photos with your family, bridal party and spouse?
Will the photographer have access to the reception set up prior to guests entering?
Are there any specific shots, details or decorations for the reception that you would like to be captured?
What time will bridal party entrances start?
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How will you and your bridal party enter the reception (IE choreographed intro, fog machines, etc)?
Will you make any toasts if so who will be giving them / what time will they happen?
Roughly, what time are you cutting the cake? (if you are cutting a cake)
What time will dinner start?
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What time are the first dances happening?
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When is the dance floor open to everyone?
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Would you like to have sunset photos taken of the bride and groom? (I highly recommend this, the light is usually the best at this time of day!)
Do you have any special traditions (religious or family related) that will be taking place during the reception?
Would you like table shots taken? (So like photos of the table without your guests at them OR photos of the guests at the table)
Will you be changing your dress throughout the night? If so, when?
Will you be doing an exit after your reception? (Bubbles, Sparklers, Streamers, etc) If yes, what time is that happening?
Please note any other details/requests you would like to provide for your wedding photographer:
Anything else I might need to know - photos you specifically want? Portrait locations you would like to use?
Wedding Planner / Coordinator:
Videographer
Hair
Makeup Artist
Caterers
Cake
Flowers
DJ / Entertainment
