WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY BOOKING GUIDE BY - AYUL RAHMAN

1. Define Your Needs and Style


Budget: Decide how much you're willing to spend. Wedding

photography.

Style: Identify the photography style you prefer.

Coverage: Determine how many hours of coverage you need.


2. Research and Shortlist Photographers


Use platforms like Instagram, facebook, wedding websites and

recommendations from friends or vendors. Look at portfolios to find photographers whose work matches your style.

Read more reviews and testimonials.


3.Check Availability

Contact your top choices to confirm they're available on your wedding date.


4. Schedule Consultations

Arrange in-person or virtual meetings to discuss:

  • Their experience and approach.
  • Packages and pricing.-
  • Add-ons like albums, second shooters, or engagement sessions.


5. Ask Question

What's included in their packages?

What's their backup plan in case of emergencies?

How many weddings have they shot?

Do they scout venues beforehand?


6. Review Their Contract

Ensure the contract includes.

  • Hours of coverage.
  • Deliverables (e.g., number of edited photos, turnaround time).
  • Cancellation or refund policies.
  • Ownership of photos (copyright).


7. Secure Your Booking

Once satisfied, sign the contract and pay the deposit


8. Plan For Your Day

Share your wedding timeline and important photo requests

Schedule a pre-wedding or engagement shoot i included


9. Follow Up. Closer to the Wedding

Confirm details like arrival time, location, and shot list.


10. Enjoy the Day

Trust your photographer and focus on enjoying your wedding!

ULTIMATE WEDDING SHOT LIST


Details

Invitation, program, special signs, & gifts

  • Wedding rings
  • Wedding dresses/suits
  • Outfit accessories like shoes, cuff links, or jewelry
  • Bouquet, corsages, boutonnieres 


Getting Ready

  • Bride(s) and bridesmaids getting their hair and makeup done
  • Wedding party having fun
  • Mother and bride/groom portraits
  • Father and bride/groom portraits
  • Family shots


Pre-Ceremony 

  • Couple alone for your first look
  • Bride(s) and bridesmaids/flower girls
  • Groom(s) and groomsmen/ring bearer


Ceremony

  • Venue shots including ceremony site, flowers, interior, and exterior details
  • Groom and groomsmen waiting inside the venue
  • Guests
  • Bridal party entrance
  • Bride(s) walking down the aisle
  • Groom's reaction
  • Father/mother giving the bride away
  • Exchanging of vows
  • Exchanging the rings
  • The first kiss as a married couple and the moment after
  • Signing the marriage certificate
  • The recessional (couple walking back up the aisle)


Group Portraits 

  • Couple with bridesmaids/groomsmen
  • Couple with the entire wedding party
  • Bride(s) with bridesmaids/maid of honor
  • Groom(s) and groomsmen/best man
  • Couple with any children
  • Couple with each set of parents
  • Couple with both sets of parents
  • Couple with siblings
  • Couple with close family members


Reception 

  • Details and room décor shots, including table settings, place cards, favors, centerpieces, etc.
  • Wedding cake detail shots
  • Grand entrance
  • Toasts and speeches
  • Cake cutting 
  • The first dance
  • Bride(s) dancing with father/groom(s) dancing with mother
  • Couple mingling with guests
  • Guests dancing
  • Musicians, singers, DJ
  • Grand exit