YOUR DRESS/PANTS MIGHT GET A BIT DIRTY AND I PROMISE  THAT'S 100% NORMAL

I know it’s scary to think of the most expensive outfit you’ll ever wear getting dirty on your wedding day. But I promise you, even in rain, even in mud, you will have a much better time if you don’t worry about it. If you’re wearing a long gown, we’ll of course take care to pick up your train when you’re moving as much as possible, but if we’re taking photos outside, there will inevitably be some dirt. It’s totally fine!! And if you decide to get your outfit preserved or dry cleaned, they can totally take care of any stains. 

YOUR DJ/VENUE OFFERS EXTRA PHOTOGRAPHERS - JUST SAY NO

Oof this is an awkward one. I have in my contract that I will be the sole professional photographer at your event and here’s why:

I would love to just say sure, the more the merrier! But because they’re not professionals, I’ll spend the day chasing them out of the background of key shots and not be able to 100% focus on capturing your day. I’ve had them step in during the ceremony processional, first dance, cake cutting, you name it! And your guests will assume they’re with me and if they’re not the most professional people, things can get hairy. So if they offer that, just politely decline and blame it on me. 🙂

YOUR PORTRAIT TIME IS JUST FOR THE TWO OF YOU (AND US OF COURSE)

Well-meaning family members or friends will sometimes try to tag along with us during your wedding day portraits and take phone pictures over my shoulder or offer commentary. I typically have a small window of time to capture the most important pictures you’re going to hang on your wall for the rest of your life.

My brain is going a million miles an hour and I need to be 100% focused. I’ve also had some people shout some not so helpful advice or criticism at couples during portraits and my protective mama bear side wants to come out. So if someone is trying to come with us, just let them know that it’s time for them to go party so we can have the best time during portraits.

"YOU CAN PHOTOSHOP THAT RIGHT?"

If you have an obvious breakout or cut/injury, I will gladly digitally airbrush those out on close up images where they’re visible. I do not alter bodies/faces or remove tattoos, scars, or anything else that makes you YOU. I am always learning and working on body neutrality and acceptance and want to bring positive energy and love to every session and wedding.

Flyaway hairs are also sometimes actually impossible to edit out so if your day is looking windy, either embrace it (I mean, Beyonce has a wind fan at shoots for a reason), or have your hairstylist pin up tendrils because otherwise they’ll be flying in your face all day.

SPRAY TANS LOOK GREAT IN REAL LIFE, BUT NOT SO MUCH ON CAMERA

First things first, for the love of all that’s holy, DO NOT DIY A FAKE TAN AT HOME FOR YOUR WEDDING. 😉 The color, even when done by a pro, always reads as too saturated and unnatural on camera. 

Editing uneven or patchy skin is really difficult and time-consuming and is not included in my editing. I would need to outsource that which would incur an extra cost to you and take longer to deliver your images which obviously no one wants. Please also be mindful of tans and sunburns before your wedding because if there are tan lines or peeling skin, they’re here to stay in your photos!

BUGS REALLY LOVE WHITE

Just to warn you, anyone wearing white or pastels is like catnip to bugs. It happens at every wedding and honestly, trying to pick them out while you’re outside is a losing battle. They won’t show up in photos and you’ll have plenty of downtime before your ceremony to shake those little suckers out. 

PAMPER YOUR TOOTSIES

If you’re wearing shoes that aren’t super comfortable for your ceremony, make sure to bring an extra pair just in case you need to switch them out before portraits or the reception so you can get your dance on!

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