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 From Consultation to Delivery: The Ultimate Wedding Workflow Guide

The world of wedding photography is as enchanting as it is demanding. With countless moments to capture and emotions to encapsulate, having a streamlined workflow is the key to success. As a creative team with more than 200 weddings captured, we’ve learned the ins and outs of creating a seamless experience for our clients, and today, we’re sharing our secrets with you.

The Pre-Wedding Preparation

Client Consultations: Building a rapport with our couples is key, picking wedding vendors is just as emotional as it is factual! We schedule in-depth consultations to understand their vision, discuss timelines, and set expectations.

Equipment Checks: There’s no room for technical glitches on the big day. We ensure our cameras, lenses, and other gear are in top shape and ready to capture each moment.

Timeline Planning: We work closely with the couple and wedding planners to draft a detailed timeline, ensuring we’re always in the right place at the right time.

On the Wedding Day

Time Management: Weddings can be unpredictable. We always allocate buffer times, ensuring we capture both planned and spontaneous moments. This also gives us room to adjust and be flexible if anything comes up like weather, traffic, etc.

Capturing Key Moments: From the first look to the last dance, we’re always on the move, ensuring no moment is missed.

Working with Other Vendors: Collaboration is key. We work closely with decorators, makeup artists, DJs, and more vendors to ensure smooth experiences.

Post-Wedding Workflow

Editing: With our timeless editing style, we enhance each photo, ensuring it tells a story. Our presets play a significant role in speeding up this process. Plus, using the right in-camera settings saves us so much time during editing! The right settings in-camera equal less editing needed.

Client Communication: We keep our couples in the loop by sharing sneak peeks and updating them on the delivery timeline. Over-communicating is always better than under-communicating!

Delivery: Our clients receive their photos and videos in a beautiful, seamless, and easy to use online gallery for easy sharing and access to professional printers. We also provide printing rights, but having access to professional printers is definitely a plus! 

Tips for Clear Communication

Clear communication is the backbone of our success. We use detailed questionnaires, regular check-ins, and time proven processes to ensure our couples are stress-free and in the know.

A well-structured workflow not only ensures efficiency but also enhances the overall client experience. By being organized, communicative, and proactive, we’ve been able to create joyful memories for countless couples. And with these tips, we hope you can too! Remember, every wedding is unique, and so is your approach. Adapt, learn, and grow, and soon you’ll have a workflow that’s as seamless as the love stories you capture.

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We're Adam and Becca, a Laid-Back, editorial wedding photography and cinematography team working in Indianapolis, Chicago, New York, Paris and other destinations. 

Our journey began with a shared passion for storytelling through the lens. With years of experience and a deep commitment to our craft, we’ve honed a style that blends timeless elegance with genuine emotion. We believe that every wedding is unique, and we’re here to make sure your experience is just as special as the moments we capture.

Beyond the camera, we’re parents to Charlie and Addie, who keeps us grounded and constantly inspired.

When we're not photographing stunning celebrations, you can find us hiking, trying new coffee spots, or reading a good book.

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