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Tips From a Wedding Photographer

Make sure you arrange for your florist to have your flowers there before you start your pre-ceremony wedding photography, so you have them for your photos.  
[ Carolyn Burke STL  confirms the delivery/arrival time of all ceremony vendors.]

If having your hair or nails done the day of the wedding, allow several hours between your appointment time and the time you need to be at the ceremony site.  Sometimes they run behind. Don't take a chance on being late.



Hire photography and videography from the same company. Both sides need to swallow their pride, compromise, and share the limited time and space. With strong communication and the right attitude, true professionals should be able to work together to get a complete product for the sake of the client. To avoid the risk, it’s best to book a single combined package with the same company for both photography and videography.

Minimize the number of photo shoot locations. Even staying at one location allows you to maximize your photography time and get the best possible imagery.

Schedule a first look session with your partner and even with your parents. One of the most memorable events of a wedding day is when a couple see each other.  Suddenly all the jitters and anticipation fades away and just the two get the chance to enjoy this remarkable moment. And that special moment with your parents brings joy to their hearts.

Make sure you know how your dress bustles. Appoint someone to help you and have her practice putting it up.

Make sure you eat something the day of your wedding. 

Do not use only liquid make up, also apply powder. This will help eliminate any shine that you might have. Have your make up with you the day of the wedding and make it part of your maid of honor's duties that she keep a watch on you to see if you need it refreshed throughout the day.

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