Write participants and shooting groups
Share in advance how many people will be attending and which people you would like to be photographed together. Ask if all groups need to be present at the same time. Let the photographer know any planning details regarding children or participants with different needs. Make note of who needs to leave at what time. Instead of preparing a long wish list, specifying a few priority shots can help you use the allocated time more clearly.
Move backwards from fixed times of day
If you need to be in time for a ceremony, reception or other event, put that time on the calendar first. Allow realistic ranges for hair, makeup, dressing and transportation. Do not consider arriving at the shooting location and being ready to shoot as the same moment. If you're considering a change of clothes or a second location, discuss this before the appointment. If outdoor space is chosen, clarify with the business the alternative plan to be implemented when conditions change.
Designate a single contact person
Having someone among the participants to share the program with can reduce conflicting information. Collect the final location, meeting time and necessary preparations in the same message. Notify the photographer early if there is a date change or delay. Discuss in advance who will select the photographs after the shooting and the scope of delivery. This way, you can prevent different people from having different delivery expectations when the event is over.
Short check before appointment
- Communicate participants and priority shooting groups with the photographer in advance.
- Leave a realistic margin between preparation, transportation, shooting and event times.
- Clarify location, deadline and delivery expectation with a single contact person.
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