Lets talk about wedding photos not specifically the taking of the photos or how the photographer (me) was great for you on your wedding day but how are you going to use those photos and what will be their significance to you in the future?

The things I’m going to write about today are naturally the things I believe and practice as it matters to me how you look at your wedding day photos in the future.

Galleries – you should be able to access your wedding day gallery anywhere. As long as you have a phone or device and a wifi connection you are good to go.
Imagine you want to post something on social media or show someone a great image, you should be able to do this from your phone. Having a set of folders relevant to each section of your wedding keeps all of your memories organised and easily accessible.
As part of your wedding gallery you will have access to an app for your phone that allows you to store up to 200 of your favourite images as a slideshow!

Albums or coffee table books – get those beautiful images in print, something tangible for people to pick up in your home and talk about. There will always be hero shots that you love and what better way to honour those images than creating prints or canvas, large acrylic art pieces, or acrylic circles. Art is always a great choice!

I don’t disappear after your gallery is delivered I’m here for you with advice and suggestions when you want to honour your images for the future.

When I have anyone reach out about engagement shoots I would send off the following email to them. This gives them an idea of what I have to offer and after a reply email I would either call or message to see if I can help the couple with their photography needs. Talking about places that they love helps me to give them ideas or maybe they have a spot in mind, then I can expand their idea to what is possible for them.

I’m certainly not about boring photos I want couples to be thrilled. I’ll go the extra mile whether it be finding a remote location to suit them or getting intimate photos for shy couples who have not had photos taken before.

The reason I also love engagement sessions or as I call them (styled pre wedding couples session) is that instantly the couple will know I am on their team! Being comfortable and confident that I am the photographer for them for their wedding day.

Are there other photographers charging less? I get this often. Yes there are but they don’t offer you the time and talent that I will devote to you and your day, nearly every couple I work with have me shoot their baby and family photos. Once you have found me you will have no reason to go anywhere else. I LOVE that about my couples!

So here is my reply to your initial question, after that we will talk about places we can shoot, the time of day we will shoot, clothing choices, a look that they had in mind, love a good pinterest or instagram mood board, and anything else they would like so we can create some magic for them!

Hi Fabulous person (I actually pop their name in that spot!)

Thanks for reaching out, I can do a engagement shoot on it’s own or as part of one of my wedding collections. It’s probably best to work out what you need for your wedding day, how many hours of coverage you would like and if you want a second photographer to get all the moments as your partner gets ready also great to capture extra candid moments during the ceremony and afterwards.

My engagement shoots are written into my second collection (styled pre wedding couples session).

If you are interested in adding one to either of my other collections or having a stand alone session the cost would be $495.00.

These shoots are in beautiful locations or locations meaningful to you, it’s a chance to get killer photos in unique or hard to get to spots, spots that you wouldn’t have time or the ability to get to on your wedding day. 

We include drone images for these as well. You receive 100+ edited images in a online gallery to use how ever you would like. 

I’m more than happy to chat about your photography needs and what you would really love from them.

Cheers Nicole xx

I going to speak today, about something I want more couples to think about for their wedding celebration.

I don’t want to call them wedding receptions anymore! With couples realising they can do the whole day their way why do we still call the party a reception? Doesn’t it sound like a whole heap more fun if you’re invited to a cocktail party or a wedding celebration? I know what I’d rather attend!

Cocktail stye is the very best way to go! more mingling, more fun, loads more dancing and lively conversations. There are tall tables and stools to lean or sit at, wait staff bring a variety of finger food constantly around so no one goes hungry, and if you do have older guests or someone that does want to sit in one spot you can opt for a few tables that don’t have to have names or table settings! You can still decorate tables but no need for place cards (or wasting time planning them). Spend your money on a great bar.

Let your guests talk to and be with who they want to, let the bride and groom mingle freely all night.

As for photo’s there is no camparison, cocktail style wins hands down, candid funny and joyful images of people really enjoying themselves. I can be silently moving around with a longer lens capturing every natural moment without detection.

Just remember the last party you attended that was sensational, did they ask you to sit in one spot for a large amount of time at the start? Why would they thats crazy!!

Just to prove my point how fab does this party look? It was epic! trust me.