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Let's talk logistics

As your big day gets closer, I'd love to understand the finer details so I can help serve your vision. The purpose of this survey is to cover the logistics, timeline, and people dynamics associated with your day. It also gives me a sense of where your planning is at and how I can help. Feel free to share as much or as little as you like, and when something doesn't apply, feel free to skip it.

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More to discuss that isn't covered here? I want to hear from you!

Please send me an email if there's more I can do or note before we get to celebrating you.

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I highly recommend answering these questions in consultation with your soon-to-be spouse!

The happy couple

Timing & Run-of-show

Is someone already working on a timeline for your day?
Yes
No
We need a timeline?!
If yes, who is handling?
We are
Our planner/ coordinator
Someone else
Timelines are guides for your day. They help you, me, and others ensure we're following your desired flow. Do you need help with time-lining?
Yes please
No thanks
We're not sure
If you or someone else is managing your timeline, when can I expect to see a copy?
Month
Day
Year

Getting Ready

If on-site, please write "on-site". If off-site at another location(s,) please name the location(s) where partners will be getting ready.

Would both partners like photos of them and their people getting ready?
Yes
No
Just one of us
Hair and makeup start time
Time
HoursMinutes
Do you have a desired time by which you'd both like to be dressed?
Time
HoursMinutes
Ceremony start time
Time
HoursMinutes
Do you have a desired start time for me? (If not, I'll use my best judgement)
Time
HoursMinutes
In case your timeline is already underway, do you have a desired start time for posed photos?
Time
HoursMinutes

This does not include "getting ready" photos

In case your timeline is already underway, do you have a desired end time for photos?
Time
HoursMinutes
Any buffer time built into your schedule?
Yes
No
Hadn't considered that...

First Look & Portraits

Are you doing a first look?
Yes
No
We're not sure
If yes, how do you envision the tone of your first look?
Lighthearted & sweet
Formal/ classic
Other
Will your first look be private?
Yes, just us, and no photographer
Yes, just us and the photographer
Our loved ones can be there!
Are you doing private vows?
Yes, just us, and no photographer
Yes, just us and the photographer
During our ceremony
Our celebration day does not include wedding vows
Shall I select the location for your first look based on best light?
Yes please
We'll decide where
Would you like individual portraits of each partner?
Yes please
No thanks
Just one of us
Do you have a preference as to whether we take your couples' portraits before or after your ceremony?
Before
After
No preference
Should we steal away for golden hour couples' portraits?
Yes please
We'll enjoy the party, thanks!

Details

I default to taking what are called "detail shots". These are photos of your rings; invitations; loose blooms of flowers in your bouquet; etc. Please confirm whether you'd like detail shots?
Yes please
No thanks
If yes, let's talk styling. I have your mood board for reference, but please tell me which style feels true to you:
Classic detail shots (flat lays)
More creative/ avant-garde
We don't mind, just make it pretty!
Will any florals (bouquets, boutonnières, loose blooms) be available when I arrive for detail photos?
Yes
No
Documentary-style captures of florals is fine with us.

Childhood photos, letters to one another, photobooth strips, a photo of grandma with the pearls she gave you, etc.

II'll follow up with a simple checklist to help you prepare

Ceremony

Where's your ceremony being held?
Indoors
Outdoors
Outdoors with an indoor alternative in case of weather
Is there indoor space for your guests to enjoy?
Yes
No
Will your ceremony be unplugged?
Yes
No
Our celebration day does not include a ceremony

Photography Priorities

A great place to share your unstructured priorities and hopes.

Our reactions during speeches; the placeholder chair for a missing loved one; Claire's 92 year old Grandma Florence.


These are shots you've dreamed of and would be sad not to see as a part of your gallery. This does not mean you're responsible to imagine every possible capture - rest assured your memories will be documented with care and artistry.

I've dreamed of art-forward bridal portraits. Put me in the bathtub in my dress!

We love the staircase at our venue and would like a portrait there

We don't like corny prompts. We don't need formal groomsman photos.

Please don't toss my invitations up in the air, that trend is killing me! We don't really like traditional detail flat lays. Can you get creative with it?

Family & Loved Ones

Are we doing formal photos with both partners' support people (e.g. groosmen and bridesmaids)?
Yes
No
Other
Are we doing formal family photos?
Yes
No. Just posed photos of the couple. The rest can be informal throughout the celebration
Yes, but as minimal as possible

Bride and two parents (Names here) Groom and one parent (Name here) Bride and three sisters (Names here) Groom's side cousin photo (Names if possible)

Think: an outgoing aunt or MOB

Venue

No flash allowed; no movement during ceremony; etc.

If you're not sure, please kindly provide a point of contact above and I will reach out on your behalf.

Reception

Kindly check all those that apply to your reception:

Expectations

This is a kind reminder that I consider myself a collaborative and ego-last professional. This means you should feel confident being direct, clear, or even creative during our time together. From now until your big day, I invite you to feel inspired and share ideas for shots you'd like, or offer critical feedback where necessary. While I do not guarantee that any one shot can be delivered, I hope this questionnaire gives you confidence in my preparation in support of your day.


What you can expect from me:

  • I'll help keep portraits relaxed, fun, and true to your taste

  • I'll gently guide our time together in a way that's confident but centers you

  • I'll direct group photos efficiently

  • During the rest of the day, I'll mostly document things as they naturally unfold. I prefer to play background.

  • If something unexpected happens, please don't worry. We'll adapt together!


Don't forget that your only job is to enjoy yourself. Your photos are going to look great. Why? Because you were there and you had fun.

Final Call

We meet for a fleeting day, but it's a pretty big one in your life. I take that seriously. How else can I make you feel good day of? Compliments? Checking in and asking how you're feeling? Minimizing questions? Taking the lead? Feel free to share what makes things nicer or harder for you so I can be aware.

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