The wedding survey

Below are some questions and ideas I like to share with the wedding couple.

What are the most important pictures for you on your wedding day?

What is your approach to your formal pictures? Some people want them done swiftly so as to return to the party and others wish to spend more time on them. How much direction do you wish me to provide?

What about my style of photography most attracts you? I like to take a lot of unposed and candid pictures throughout the day. What are your thoughts on the candid approach?

Looking back at your wedding day, what would like to see and remember?

Ideas and recommendations:

• Spend time together after the ceremony and after the formal pictures to enjoy each other and take some artistic/candid portraits in picturesque areas.



• Pace your processional with enough space and time to allow the photographer to capture the movement.



• Turn to face each other or the crowd while at the altar to allow for people to see you and for the photographer to get pictures of you.



• Find out beforehand if your officiant has any rules or restriction concerning the photographer. Some restrict flash or movement.



• If you plan on taking formal pictures with your entire wedding party and family in the Boston Public Garden be sure to get a permit beforehand. This is required by the city.



• Provide your photographer with a list of formal pictures to be taken so as not to miss anyone.



• Provide your photographer with good directions to all locations.



• Provide your photographer with a general overview of the planned day.