Setting expectations early is the easiest way to a good working relationship with the couple.

-Have fun with the call

• We want this to be enjoyable for you and for all.

• We always try to riff with them from the get go, I start asking them how they are doing then transition to the wedding details by congratulating them their big day coming up. I end the call by reiterating any important points and telling them how excited I am to work with them.

-Confirm logistics

• In time/ Out time

• Addresses for prep, ceremony, any spots around town for pictures, and reception

• Transportation between locations/parking

• If they have any questions about payment, let them know Ben or Thomas handles all monetary transactions.

• Know when there are breaks in the schedule for you to have a snack and a drink of water.

-Find out more about their wedding preferences

• Any relatives or traditions they want you to get photos of?

• Who is going to be speaking at the ceremony and the reception?

• Dress code? Is it a black tie wedding? or a beach wedding?

-Set expectations

• It’s best if we eat when they eat.

• We’ll mic up the groom for the ceremony.

• Let them know that we are shooting candid footage during the ceremony/reception/prep/outdoor portraits as well as some minor posing footage during prep/outdoors portraits but we’ll try to keep it fun.