I am so excited that you're interested in choosing me to document your wedding day! I know this is a big decision and more than anything, I want you to feel confident and happy on your wedding day. Choosing the right photographer is a big part of making that happen. You'll spend more time with us than anyone else so it's important that you trust us - and don't mind our company! The saying "there's a lid for every pot" couldn't be more true for something as personal as wedding photography. So please feel free to reach out with any questions or to schedule a call.
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Canon R5, Fujifilm GFX 50sii, Sony a7iii, and Pentax 645nii (film), Profoto and Godox flashes
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What equipment do you use?
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A second shooter is not an optional part of my regular wedding collections. Having a second shooter is like having eyes behind my head and insurance in case of an emergency. So much is happening all day - and fast! It will go by especially fast for you, and I want you to see as much of the day as possible when you look through your gallery and album. The emotions of the day are so important to your story and me as a photographer, and having two photographers helps us catch the spontaneous actions throughout the day and helps round out the whole story of the day.
I edit all images and may do light retouching on couple portraits (blemishes or similar based on your questionnaire answers.) More extensive retouching or Photoshop is available at an extra charge and may need to be outsourced.
Your gallery is online for one year. I highly encourage you to download your entire gallery as soon as you receive it and back it up on multiple sources. I’m a big fan of albums too!
I’ll send a “sneak peek” to you in two days. Your full gallery will be delivered in 4-6 weeks. This may be delayed for multi-day events or if I shoot film as it needs to be sent to a lab for processing.
There are thousands of incredible venues in our area and it would be impossible to work them all, so I scout locations before your big day. I go to your venue at the same time of day and look at the light and the locations, so I can go in with a plan. And a backup plan…because sometimes rain happens.
I will do everything I can to find an equal replacement with a similar style at no additional cost to you, or refund 100% of your payments and cancel the contract so you can hire a new photographer of your choice.
A mood board or inspiration is welcome, and I am happy to try to get all of your wish list shots. However, it's important to remember that even in the same location, weather and dozens of other variables can affect our ability to recreate exact shots. Most importantly, your day is unique - it won't be like anyone else's! I encourage you to hire a photographer you trust and allow them to capture your day as it unfolds naturally as much as possible. A few goal shots are fine, but a long list can easily end up dominating and interrupting the day.
Dates are reserved with a signed contract and paid flat fee retainer of $1,000.
Yes. Venue requirements vary, so they should contact me to request their specific needs.
I take a very personal approach to your wedding. I personalize your details and take time to plan with venue walk-throughs and pre-planning locations and angles. There will be parts of the day that we focus on formal shots of course, and you’ve already seen my photos so you know I love classic and elegant, but the story comes from the in-between moments - the transitions, the candid moments, the reactions, and emotion. I love to take classic portraits, zoom in on a parent’s emotions, catch your wedding party’s reactions, and get right in the action on the dance floor.
I will create a timeline for photography based on your priorities, the locations, and the light. Timing and light are critical, so I’ll be honest with you about what is and isn’t possible, and we can discuss changes or compromises if necessary to get what’s most important to you.
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How do we confirm our date?
our venue requires liability insurance. Are you insured?
Do you edit or retouch?
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Each wedding is so different, it’s hard to say. The number of people in your wedding party, the guest count, the details, the number of locations, a first look or not, the options at each location, even if people dance or not all affect the final count, but 800 - 1200 for an 8 or 10-hour wedding with 150 guests is typical
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How many photos will we receive?
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All of my digital cameras are “dual slot” which means each time I press the shutter, that image is saved to two memory cards. So, if one corrupts, there is an identical copy. When I get home, I download every image to two separate hard drives, and again, if one corrupts, there is an identical copy. My computer backs up to a third-party storage service, and I do not delete the memory cards until your final gallery is delivered.
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They watch the time, hold a reflector or a light source, track down a family member for a photo, adjust your gown, or get me a different lens - there are so many times during the day that an extra set of hands is exactly what we need. I also love saving the physical and mental energy of managing our equipment and watching the clock and timeline to focus on the photos. We often have short periods of time for photos and I prefer to stay focused to maximize that time.
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You've thoroughly combed through my website and Instagram and you like what you see. So the next step is setting up a time to chat to make sure we're the perfect fit for one another.
Let's Chat!
You're engaged!
Once your date is officially reserved with a signed contract and $1,000 retainer, we're official! I'll send my wedding guide to help you prepare, and I'm available for any questions you have along the way.
Date Booked
Make it official
Sessions can take place whenever your schedule allows up to a week before the wedding. If you need suggestions for locations, I'm happy to help!
Engagement Session
I check in about two months before the wedding to start chatting about timeline specifics, special details, family formal shot lists, special traditions and anything else we should know about your big day.
Wedding Day Prep
It's finally here! The day the two of you say "I Do" and dance the night away surrounded by your family and friends. Just know I'm excited to celebrate and capture your wedding day. It's going to be wonderful!
The Big Day
You can expect a "sneak peek" of some highlights of the day in two days. Your full online gallery will be delivered in 4- 6 weeks. At that time, I'll also send over details about preserving your images through prints and albums.
They're Here!
THE WEDDING DAY PROCESS ++ Capturing beautiful memories
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C & J
"THESE PHOTOS ARE AMAZING. WHAT BEAUTIFUL, THOUGHTFUL WORK! YOU TRULY CAPTURED THE DETAILS OF THE WHOLE DAY FROM START TO FINISH...THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS FOR ALL THE LOVE YOU PUT INTO THIS PROJECT. WE WILL CERTAINLY CHERISH THESE PHOTOS!"
What beautiful, thoughtful work
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C & H
"THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! THERE WAS SOMETHING SO BEAUTIFUL AND UNIQUE, YET TIMELESS ABOUT YOUR PICTURES AND EDITING STYLE THAT REALLY CAPTURED MY ATTENTION AS I WAS LOOKING THOUGH A TON OF PHOTOGRAPHER'S WEBSITES AND I AM SO PLEASED THAT THE PICTURES FROM MY DAY HAVE THAT STYLE!"
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
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R & J
...couldn't be happier...choosing her as our photographer was one of the best decisions we made..!"
Beyond thrilled... from start to finish!
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Unless you’re a model, being photographed probably feels a little awkward. I do this for a living and I still always feel a little out of place when I have my photo taken every year.
I'm a big fan of engagement sessions for a few reasons. First, they allow you to get comfortable in front of the camera. It takes time for most couples to warm up to being photographed and understand how I pose. Timelines can be pretty tight on weddings days and 30 minutes may be all we have for portraits - which is why
I’ve found that wedding day portraits are often better when couples do engagement sessions ahead of time.
Second, you can showcase your personalities in a more casual setting that is significant to the two of you (and even include pets!) While they’re great for save-the-dates, I’ve taken engagement photos anywhere from 18 months in advance to a few days before the wedding.
Engagement Sessions
Celebrating a season
I'm a big believer that images aren’t meant to solely exist in a digital space. One day, most likely, Instagram will be gone, your phone will be replaced and images that you can physically hold in your hand will be the best way to remember those precious moments we captured.
Think about this fact: thirty years ago, if I had delivered your digital images, they would have been on a floppy disk. With the fast updates to technology, you would have no way to access those images today. Even the online galleries I deliver will eventually fade away.
One of the best ways to make your wedding memories last is by ordering an album. These high quality professionally designed albums come in a variety of linen & leather colors. These aren’t the same albums your parents' wedding photos came in. They’re modern, lay perfectly flat and look incredible on a coffee table. Shortly after I deliver your online gallery, I'll send information on the album process.
Handcrafted Albums
THE PERFECT WAY TO REMEMBER YOUR WEDDING DAY
Thank you so much for considering me to be a part of your wedding day! If you’re interested in working with me, the next step is to set up a time to chat! You can schedule here or reach me directly at annemarie@adealeweddings.com
