How to Maximize Your Wedding Photography Coverage

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Maximizing Your Wedding Photography Coverage

Future brides and grooms, let’s chat about one of the most important aspects of your big day: wedding photography coverage. Knowing how many hours of coverage you need can be tricky, but don’t worry—I’m here to help you figure it out! From deciding on the right amount of time to capturing all your photo-worthy moments, I’ve got you covered. Ready to dive in? Let’s get started…

1. How Many Hours Do You Need?

The biggest factor in determining your wedding photography coverage is the number of locations involved. So, if everything is happening at one place, 8 hours usually covers getting-ready shots, the ceremony, family formals, and a good chunk of the reception. However, if you’ll be traveling to multiple locations—like getting ready at a hotel, having the ceremony at a church, and then the reception at a different venue—you might want to consider 10 hours of coverage. This ensures there’s plenty of time to capture all the important moments without feeling rushed. And remember, you can always add coverage time to ensure full coverage of all your photo-worthy moments!

2. What Are Your Photo-Worthy Moments?

Also, you need to consider what moments you deem photo-worthy. Essentially, this comes down to what’s most important to YOU. For example, did you spend a lot of time (and money) on meaningful details? You’ll want to make sure there’s time allotted to capture those well. Or, are portraits what you’re most excited about? Let’s make sure we have ample time to make your portrait dreams come true! You get the idea.

Also, think about the parts of the day that matter most to you and communicate this to your photographer. So, if those beautiful detail shots are a must-have, make sure there’s time dedicated to capturing them perfectly. If candid moments with your guests are what you treasure, let’s ensure we capture those too. Essentially, it’s all about prioritizing what’s most important to you and planning accordingly to get the most out of your wedding photography coverage.

3. Communication is Key!

Leading up to your wedding day, talk things through with your planner and photographer. It’s okay if you don’t want to spend 3 hours taking portraits! But, it’s also okay if you do! Clear communication with your team is essential to making sure your wedding photography coverage goes smoothly.

Additionally, if your wedding is heavy on the details, consider asking your photographer to photograph your details the day before to ensure nothing is missed. This can help reduce stress on the actual wedding day and ensure every beautiful detail is captured, thus optimizing your wedding photography coverage.

4. Hire the Right People

A really good photographer can do a lot in a short amount of time. However, a really good planner can execute a timeline to perfection. Think: So, the very best thing you can do to maximize your wedding photography coverage is hire the right people! Your dream team will make sure every important moment is captured and that your day runs smoothly.

Looking for a killer planner to help you plan a dream wedding who’s based out of Missouri? I highly recommend Kate & Company, Plan It Terra, Hillary J. Events, or Signed Sealed Delivered Events to plan the St. Louis or Missouri wedding of your dreams.

Need More Help?

Still have questions or want to learn more about maximizing your wedding photography coverage? Reach out via my website—I’d love to help you figure out the perfect plan for your big day! And if you found this helpful, be sure to share it with any engaged couples you know—it might just make their planning a whole lot easier.

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I hope wedding planning tips help make your wedding day EVEN more perfect!

Love,
Emily