photographer question

id012 · July 2012

So I'm trying to tackle a lot on my to do list today and I was wondering if anyone was making a list of pictures that you want your photographer to get. And what would be on that list. I always hear of brides saying "oh i wish i got a pic with so&so.." And I have heard of people making list for there photographer. I dont want to be like pushy.

And, I was thikning, wouldnt he know to get a picture with me and my parents and my brother? Idno,

What are you putting on the list if you are making one?

VNEluvsAJB · July 2012

I asked my photographer about this last friday and she said that they know to get the standard pictures- you and fi, you and wedding party, you with parrents... and that a list is really only necessary
1)if there are special family dynamics to be aware of (mom and dad are divorced and don't get along or you don't like your aunt susan so don't try to put just the two of you in a picture together)
2) if there are certain pictures that you must have (a pic with aunt susan who you see once every 10 years, or if there's a special part of your venue that you wants pics in)

[Deleted User] · July 2012

I'm making a list because it never hurts- my photographer told me he always prefers it, because he doesn't know how many siblings I have or how many grandparents or whatever, so knowing who to get pictures with is a big help. That's about 3/4 of my list.

My list also includes things like "I want a shot of us holding photos from our parents weddings" and "I want a picture of us holding 'Thank You' signs to use with our thank you notes" and other things (which I found on Pinterest, let's be honest).

i2012do · July 2012

I'm actually making a board on pinterest of cute shots I have found. And maing a list of any "particular" IE my fiance's GREAT grandmother is coming so there will be 5 generations at the table. So I wanted to get a photo of that table!

And then I'm going to do a screen shot, print my pinterest board, and hopefully she can get a few of the photos on it. But i am not having the expectation she will get them all.

Also if there is a photo you absolutely HAVE to have,l et them know.
I have seen photos in front of my venue where people are crossing the road (the venue actually arches over a road) in front of it.. and i WANT that shot- so I put that on the list. There are some other ones I LOVE so I will make that known

It won't let me copy the photo, but the photo i am describing is here
http://sancombphotography.com/blog/?p=1365

m tulli · July 2012

A good photographer know the main typical family photos. But I don't think a list is over the top. It helps them know what you want. I am going to do one for mine. I know the day of it will be easy to forget stuff.

Ajoyd · July 2012

My photog WANTS a list...I say do it. You'll be sorry if there is a photo that you really wanted that you forget about on the day of. It's so hectic, it's better to make a list ahead of time.

ElyseE25 · July 2012

I made a board on pinterest of shots I like. I am more doing because I am showing my FI how I want him to act ie more playful, touchy, lovey. He doesn't show emotion other than "calm" well so I don't have hi hopes, but a girl can try!

mbatzlaff · July 2012

My photographer sent me a list that I can add to. She is requesting it to make sure we get everyone in who we wanted.

RECNMB · July 2012

I think it's probably best and certainly not rude to ask your photographer what info they would like from you to get the best pictures. You can ask them what shots they always include, and most likely will appreciate a conversation with you pre-wedding to make the best possible experience for both of you!

My photographer send out a questionaire asking what formal shots are important to us, names of family memebers, any divorces/dealth to be sensitive about, any special places for formal pictures, as well as what particular customs you might have that are important to capture on film. In my case, My grandfather is officiating the wedding, and so I let my photographer know so that becasue then his phtotographs can better reflect our ralationship (for exapmle... i know he's going to tear up at some point....)

eguzman2323 · July 2012

Besides metting with him before the wedding and handing him printed pics that cannot be missed I will be giving him a very detailed list that looks somewhat like this (its better to be safe than sorry lol):

BRIDE
bouquet
dress in personalized hanger
close up of dress
ring shot all 3 rings
shoes and accesories
bride and brides family getting ready
bride close up
bride full body shot

GROOM
groom and grooms family getting ready
grooms suit
boutoniere

DETAILS
cake
cupcakes
toating flutes
centerpieces
table layouts
place cards
sign in table
sweets table
invitations

CEREMONY
guests arriving
guests at sign in table
picture of the groom when bride walks in
bride being walked down the aisle
wedding party
ring shot
first kiss

RECEPTION
bride and groom at head table
first dance
dance with parents
toast
cutting the cake
group shots (family, guests, wp)
bouquet throwing
garter throwing
newlywed leaving reception

im still working on it but I hope this helps a bit

unicorntrees · July 2012

Some one posted a link to a DJ list (I think) a while ago, and on that same site there was a list for the photographer. I saved the link for the photographer--it's super detailed and awesome. It's here: http://www.chicaandjo.com/2008/07/08/wedding-photographer-worksheet-and-checklist/

Whoever originally posted that site, thanks again!

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