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WELCOME GUIDE

FOR WHERE YOUR TREASURE

IS THERE YOUR HEART

WILL BE ALSOMATTHEW 6:21

I cannot express how happy I am to be a part of your special day.

Thank you for choosing me to be the one to capture your day

in all its beauty, joy and emotion.

Planning your day is no easy feat and you are probably overwhelmed

with information but please allow me this time to share this

photography guide with you.

This is meant to help you through all of your photography relatedThis is meant to help you through all of your photography related

questions, so you can feel relaxed and excited on your big day.

If you have more questions, feel free to send over an email to

myheartfollows@gmail.com

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everything you need to know about getting the most out of your photos, from the day you get engaged to the day you say “i do.”

In order to get the most out of your session and your time in front of the

camera, there is a limit of one-two locations per session.

Choosing a location:

Add more personality to your photos by choosing the location of your engagement session!

I love it when a couple suggests having their photos taken in a spot that is sentimental to them,

as it makes everyone more relaxed and allows them to focus on each other throughout the shoot.

Is there a spot that you went on for your first date? A cute local coffee shop where your first kiss

was exchanged?

If you don’t have any ideas of a location, don’t worry I have plenty of suggestions.If you don’t have any ideas of a location, don’t worry I have plenty of suggestions.

natural, casual, romantic

Engagem ent Se i s

wardrobe 101:

Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable. Some clients dress up in their “sunday best,” while

others gravitate toward bold patterns & a more casual style. My goal is to capture you in your

element, so feel free to get creative with your wardrobe! (limit 1-2 outfits per session.)

outfit ideas:

www.pinterest.com/myheartfollows/photography-what-to-wear

what to bring:what to bring:

If you want to bring a favourite book, heirloom, or other meaningful prop, this is a great way to

make your session totally unique!

scheduling:

All sessions are scheduled usually before 10am or two hours before sunset in order to capture

the day’s most beautiful, natural lighting.

what to wear

style tips:

While it is great to compliment

your future spouse in photos, by

no means do the two of you need

to wear matching outfits.

If your other half is more comfortIf your other half is more comfort-

able in solid colours, try choosing

something with a little texture.

Patterns are a great way to add

contrast to your images.

Be creative, and let your unique

personality shine through!

“Where there is Love,there is Life”

tip: wedding magazines and pinterest are great sources for posing

inspiration. Of course, we will guide you throughout the shoot!

setting the tone:

Finding the right location for your bridal session doesn’t

have to be difficult. When thinking about your bridal session,

here are some things to consider:

Do you want your bridal photos to be cohesive with your wedding photos?

If so, then your wedding venue is a great option.

Most wedding venues allow a 1-2 hour bridal session during the week. Most wedding venues allow a 1-2 hour bridal session during the week.

Do you want to go for a completely different look than your wedding day photos?

If so, then there are so many amazing places you can do your bridal session at.

If you have a rustic venue, then maybe you want to add in a modern or urban feel to

your photos by going downtown. If you like more of a natural setting, we can always

find a local park or field for your session.

modern, elegant, ethereal

B ridal Se i s

what to bring:

In addition to your dress, here are some

items you may want to include: veil,

bouquet, hair pieces, jewellery, and lastly,

an extra set of eyes (friend, mother, sister).

scheduling:

The earlier you schedule your session, the The earlier you schedule your session, the

more dates are available! The best time for

bridal sessions is during the week,

Monday - Friday.

Most brides plan to have their sessions Most brides plan to have their sessions

right when they receive their dress from

their final fittings, about one - two months

before your wedding.

Bridal sessions are scheduled two hours

before sunset to allow for beautiful natural

sunlight!

“because everymoment counts...”

TIP: Wooden hangers look much more appealing in photos than stan-

dard, plastic hangers. consider switching this out before the big day!

wedding day tips:

gather all your details before the day starts so i can photograph them quickly!

this makes the getting-ready portion of the day go by much more smoothly,

and it allows me to spend more time focusing on the spontaneous moments

when everyone is together. this list is mainly for the ladies, but same advice

goes for the groomsmen.

here are a few ideas: ring, jewelry, hair pieces, flowers, shoes, socks, cuff here are a few ideas: ring, jewelry, hair pieces, flowers, shoes, socks, cuff

links, socks, letters, pictures, gifts, cultural items, invitations, programs,

printed pieces, and any unique items you’ve put thought into!

formal, sentimental, fun

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The best time to do these formal family portraits is typically right after the ceremony.

This time can be extra chaotic if family members and friends are not all in the same place.

family photos + group shots

Appoint someone to help with family formals after the ceremony.

Along with the candid and natural portraits taken throughout the day, most couples like

to also include formal portraits with family & friends. Keeping in mind you don’t want to

many helpers around as this can make your bridal party a little uncomfortable.

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crowd management:

It helps to have a designated friend who can proactively gather the groups so I can focus on

creating beautiful photos! Usually this person knows the groups pretty well, they have a loud

voice, and they can round people up with ease.

more recommendations:

After the ceremony, have your celebrant make an announcement asking family to stay in the After the ceremony, have your celebrant make an announcement asking family to stay in the

ceremony location. Have an appointed friend help facilitate the different groups you would like to

have photographed. This means that they have the list of family members and they are gathering

people either with an extra loud voice or a handheld microphone.

Keep your list of groups short. Please note that each group shot can take 2-3 minutes. We would

all love to have photos with every important person at the wedding, but time is of the essence.

Less is more in this type of situation, and you will have the reception to get group shots if

necessary.necessary.

When these are in place, you are destined for fun and smooth formal portraits! This also allows for

fun and creative wedding party photos afterwards, as well as romantic bride & groom portraits

with beautiful golden hour lighting!

“DO what you love, and it will love you back.”

planning out a timeline:

We like to document couples as they get ready, so I will check in with you again about any changes to your timeline several weeks before the wedding!

consider doing a first-look!a first-look!

It used to be considered taboo, but It used to be considered taboo, but seeing each other before the ceremony allows you to get extra photos in while there is still daylight. It also helps to calm nerves and gets your reception started on time, as guests won’t have to wait long for the bride and groom to get their photos taken after the wedding. their photos taken after the wedding.

While this is not required, it is highly recommended!

WHEN FRIENDS + FAMILY

COME TOGETHER AS ONE

Your wedding day will go by quickly! Book another chance session to

give you and your new spouse an intimate moment to

celebrate each other.

what to wear:

Most couples like to wear their wedding attire for the after session to allow for

a cohesive story, however, there’s no wrong way to do this!

what to bring:

In addition to your dress, here are some items you may want to include: veil,

bouquet, hair accessories, and jewellery.

scheduling:scheduling:

For optimal lighting, all sessions are booked roughly two hours before sunset.

Keep in mind, this session doesn’t literally have to be scheduled for the “day

after” your wedding!

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are they really necessary?

It is one thing to view your digital photos on a computer, but it is something entirely different to see, touch, and

flip through pages filled with hand-picked images from your wedding day. You can include your wedding, engage-

ment session, bridal session, and another chance session in your album! This is a great way to entertain guests in

your new home (albums also make perfect gifts for the in-laws, hint hint).

the process:

Designing your album with is really easy! to keep the process as smooth as possible,

I start off by selecting images that best tell the story of your wedding. From there, I’ll design your spreads ensuring

that it covers the day of which you hired me to capture.

the timeline:

I aim to have these designed and printed within 3 to 4 weeks following your wedding day.

album sizes:

All photobooks come with a custom fabric slip bag made exclusively by Lady Roar Boutique.

Each page is made with premium matte paper which is thick and coated wtih a semi-matte surface Each page is made with premium matte paper which is thick and coated wtih a semi-matte surface

for a subtle sheen.

8x10 | 65 pages included

11x13 | 80 pages included

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what should I expect to receive?

you should receive 700+ print and media images from your day.Your print images are of print quality meaning you can enlarge these prints

and keeping the quality of your image.

Your media images are of a low resolution so that you can easily share them online with your families and friends.

Best not to print these, they will not be good quality prints.Best not to print these, they will not be good quality prints.

Your image files will be stored on a complimentary USB stick for you. Best to make a copy of these images and store them on another computer elsewhere

e.g. at your parents house.

If you had your engagement session with me, your final images will also be included on the USB stick.

packaging

your images will be presented to you in a beautiful wooden box with a few prints to get you started as well as a little Thank You card + gift from me.

I have also included a Client Care Guide, to give you some advice on how to take care of your images.

delivery

With or without a photobook you should expect to receive your complete package at most 8 weeks following your wedding date (if paid in full by then),

otherwise 8 weeks from when you have paid your bill in full.

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thank you from My Heart Follows Photography!

I know you had unlimited options when it came to choosing a

wedding photographer. It means the world to me that you have chosen me

to document the most important day of your lives.