BROOKE’S WEDDING + ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE
first step, how to book, hooray??
This guide will help you step-by-step for your special day. ???
something about next steps, booking your photographer, etc?
First things first:
How do I know if my photographer or vendor is truly LGBTQIA+/Queer friendly?
website:
- Are LGBTQIA+ couples featured on their website?
- Do they use LGBTQIA+ keywords? (lgbtqia+ friendly, safe place, partners, spouses, etc.)
- Do they use heavily gendered words? (Hey brides!” his & her’s, only his name - her name on forms)
- Do they have reviews from LGBTQIA+ couples?
business social media:
- Do they post LGBTQIA+ couples frequently?
- Do they talk about LGBTQIA+ couples outside of Pride Month?
- Do they share the same values as you?
- Do they share posts standing up for LGBTQIA+ folks?
- Are they using inclusive language in their captions?
questions to ask vendors:
- “Are you an ally or part of the LGBTQIA+ community?”
- “Have you worked with LGBTQIA+ couples before?”
- “Are you comfortable with LGBTQIA+ couples physically touching each other?”
check their personal social media accounts: this one is SO important. Vendor’s personal social media accounts will always show their true colors.
Green flags
- Pronouns on social media & website
- “All are safe here!”
- Posting LGBTQIA+ couples frequently
- Attending protests. donating to LGBTQIA+ charities, sharing equal rights posts
Red flags
- No pronouns
- Only showcase heterosexual couples
- Only heteronormative language
Being LGBTQIA+ friendly is not just, “love is love” -
It’s fighting for what is right.
It’s being queer and trans competent.
It’s being inclusive to all.
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Are engagement sessions worth it?
People take engagement photos for many reasons!
first is to get to know their wedding photographer
second is to use photos for wedding invitations and wedding website
third is to use at their wedding showers or parties!
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When should I book my engagement photos?
That depends on when your wedding is! Do you have a Spring wedding but want Fall photos? Book them in the fall! I suggest taking them a year or so before your wedding, but even 6 months before is ok if it gets you the season you want.
Fall engagement sessions are my most booked sessions.
That depends on when your wedding is! Do you have a Spring wedding but want Fall photos? Book them in the fall! I suggest taking them a year or so before your wedding, but even 6 months before is ok if it gets you the season you want.
Fall engagement sessions are my most booked sessions.
ELOPEMENTS
People take engagement photos for many reasons!
first is to get to know their wedding photographer
second is to use photos for wedding invitations and wedding website
third is to use at their wedding showers or parties!
stuff like this here
When should I book my engagement photos?
That depends on when your wedding is! Do you have a Spring wedding but want Fall photos? Book them in the fall! I suggest taking them a year or so before your wedding, but even 6 months before is ok if it gets you the season you want.
Fall engagement sessions are my most booked sessions.
That depends on when your wedding is! Do you have a Spring wedding but want Fall photos? Book them in the fall! I suggest taking them a year or so before your wedding, but even 6 months before is ok if it gets you the season you want.
Fall engagement sessions are my most booked sessions.
HAPPY WEDDING DAY!
One of the best days of your life is here! YOUR wedding day! I can’t wait to celebrate with you.
Do I need to do a first look?
Couple’s do first looks for many reasons.
They can have a special intimate moment together before they walk down the aisle. It’s usually a private moment between you both.
They want to take their couple + family photos before the ceremony so they can enjoy cocktail hour.
Their ceremony is ay 5PM in the fall, which means the sun would be gone by the time portraits would take place.
It’s 100% up to you!
What is a flat lay?
flat lay is
bring these things for a smooth flat lay?? idk yet
THE GUIDE TO FAMILY PHOTOS
Shot lists helps family photos run smoothly. It doesn’t matter if you have 10 or 50 - we are always looking for someone. I usually have someone in the wedding party who knows the family, to be in charge of the list. Help locating everyone, keeping everyone in place, and not wander off.
Family wedding photos have been cherished throughout generations.
Family wedding photos have been cherished throughout generations.
Sample list:
Sky, Grass
Sky, Grass, Sky parent (#1), Sky parent (#2)
Sky, Sky parents
Sky, Sky parent (#1)
Sky, Sky parent (#2)
Sky, Grass, Sky parents, Sky grandparents,
Sky, Sky parents, Sky grandparents
Sky, Sky grandparents