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Wedding Photography Questionnaire
Bride: ____________________________ Groom: ____________________________ Date: ___________
Bride Cell: ____________________ Groom Cell: ____________________ Text message? Yes/No
Photography Liaison Contact Name and Number:_____________________________________________
Bride’s Preparation Location (when and where):______________________________________________
Ceremony Location:_____________________________________________________________________
Reception Location:_____________________________________________________________________
Additional Location(s) (for formal photos, etc.):_______________________________________________
Key Names
Maid of Honor:________________________________________________________________________
Bridesmaids:__________________________________________________________________________
Best Man:____________________________________________________________________________
Groomsmen:__________________________________________________________________________
Bride’s Parents:________________________________________________________________________
Groom’s Parents:_______________________________________________________________________
Flower girl:____________________________________________________________________________
Ring Bearer:___________________________________________________________________________
How many guests are you expecting?_______________________________________________________
What setting will the ceremony be in: Chapel, Cathedral, Temple, Reception Hall, Outdoors, Tent, etc.?
Are there any photography restrictions at the ceremony? (Please consult your venue)
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Tell us about all the lovely detail you've got planned for the big day + what you're envisioning (colors,
theme, atmosphere, etc.)
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How do you want your wedding to be shot?
Ideally, what percentage of each type of photography would you like? (Should total approx 100%)
Candid/Photojournalistic _______ %
Natural Portraiture _______ %
Formal Posed Photography _______ %
Little Details _______ % 4
Our Definitions:
Candid/Photojournalistic - This avoids posed or prompted shots and captures the spontaneity of your
wedding day. Moments are not created; they are captured. Photojournalism shows you the joy,
emotion, and spontaneity of the day. Photographs are simple and immediate, an instant of life captured
on film.
Natural Portraiture - These are semi-posed, natural looking, casual portraits. Individuals or groups of
people are brought together without the look of a formal set-up. This style gives a more relaxed,
contemporary and fun look.
Formal Posed Photography - Individuals or groups of people are set up by the photographer in formal
poses. The complete opposite of candid photography. This is typically the most traditional style of
wedding photography and is very popular with older family members. The photos are quite formal but
are very consistent. This would include posed portraits of the bride and groom, family, wedding
attendants and prompted photos of the traditional "happenings" at your wedding.
Little Details - A component of photojournalistic style. Captures small details that help you to truly
remember the day – samples; the beads of a dress, the swirls of frosting on the cake, the blossoms of
your flowers, artistic close ups of the rings, etc.
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When do you want group family photos taken?
____ before the ceremony ____ after the ceremony ____ at reception _______________________other
Where would be a good place for this to happen?_____________________________________________
When do you want private bride and groom photos taken?
____ before the ceremony _____ after the ceremony _____________________________________other
Do you require group shots of all the guests? Yes/No
Do you want to do a first look before the ceremony? Yes/No
The following is typically included in wedding photo coverage. Please check the items that are especially
important to you:
Pre-ceremony:
__ Bride’s gown and shoes
__ Candid shots of the bride and her maids getting ready
__ Bride heading to the ceremony site
__ Best man/Ring Bearer with rings
__ Candid shots of the groom and groomsmen getting ready
__ Groom heading to the ceremony site
Ceremony site:
__ Exterior and Interior of the ceremony site
__ Guests arriving
__ Bridal party arriving
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__ Bride and her father just before walking down the aisle
__ Musicians performing
__ Processional and recessional
__ Bride and her father walking down the aisle
__ Groom reacting to bride walking down the aisle
__ Father giving away the bride
__ Wide shot of the altar
__ Bride and groom reciting their vows
__ Bride and groom exchanging rings
__The couple’s first kiss
__ Bride and groom being introduced to their guests as a married couple
__ Bride and groom exiting their ceremony site
__ Bride and groom in their getaway car
Formal Portraits:
__ Bride and groom, each alone
__ Bride and groom together
__ Bride and groom with wedding party
__ Bride with her family
__ Groom with his family
__ Bride and groom with bride’s family
__ Bride and groom with groom’s family
__ Both families together
__ Bride with her mother
__ Groom with his father
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__ Flower girl and ring bearers with bride and groom
Reception Site:
__Exterior and interior shots of the reception site
__ Table settings
__ Menu, escort, and table cards
__ Receiving Line
__ Guests signing the book
__ Wedding party entrances
__ Bride and groom’s first dance
__ Toasts and blessing
__ Father-daughter dance
__ Mother-son dance
__ Bride and groom cutting the cake
__ Band or DJ
__ Guests dancing
__ Bouquet and garter toss
Close-ups:
__ Bridal bouquet
__ Boutonniere
__ Details on the bride’s gown
__ Details on the groom’s attire such as cuff links
__ Jewelry
__ Ceremony Programs
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__ Centerpieces
__ Wedding cake
Please list any additional photos that are important to you (special people, sentimental
objects/accessories, etc):
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What would like us to incorporate in your wedding day?
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In case we missed anything....Are there any other details that you want to fill us in on?
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We want your wedding photos to be flawless. We will be unobtrusive and ready to capture your special
moments. We like to set up a pose and then have everyone act natural and interact. Here are a few
things to keep in mind for the big day:
Avoid glossy lipstick and consider foundation or powder that will reduce the chance of having a shiny
face. Please note mineral makeup causes unflattering effects with flash due to elements that reflect light
in them. Glittery and shimmering powder is also a bad choice for the entire bridal party.
In order to allow for a private photo session of bride and groom, we will need at least half an hour of
your time alone with the photographer. This can be done before or after the ceremony.
It takes time to gather family members for photos. Pre-assign a family member or friend who knows the
people to be in the pictures so they can round them up for the photos. And have a list. Getting people
where they need to be for the photos is the most important thing.
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