www.hartmephotography.com.au

planning guide

Hart me photography

2015-2016

coordinating every last detail of your photo sessions in the midst of planning a wedding is no easy feat.

don’t worry; we are here to help!

the information in this planning guide is meant to help you through all of your photography related questions, so you

can be relaxed and excited on your big day.

if you have more questions, feel free to send over an email if you have more questions, feel free to send over an email to info@hartmephotography.com.au

WELCOME

IF THERE IS ONE

THING I KNOW,

IT IS LOVE AND ALL

ITS ETERNITY.

coordinating every last detail of your photo sessions in the midst of planning a wedding is no easy feat.

don’t worry; we are here to help!

the information in this planning guide is meant to help you through all of your photography related questions, so you

can be relaxed and excited on your big day.

if you have more questions, feel free to send over an email if you have more questions, feel free to send over an email to info@hartmephotography.com.au

WELCOME

IF THERE IS ONE

THING I KNOW,

IT IS LOVE AND ALL

ITS ETERNITY.

everything you need to know about getting the most out of your photos, from the day you get engaged to the day you say “i do.”

In order to keep the session get the most out of your time in front of the

camera, there is a limit of one-two locations per session.

choosing a location:

add more personality to your photos by choosing the location add more personality to your photos by choosing the location

of your engagement session! i love when a couple suggests

having their photos taken in a spot that is sentimental to

them, as it makes everyone more relaxed and allows them to

focus on each other throughout the shoot. is there a spot that

you went on for your first date? a cute local coffee shop

where your first kiss was exchanged?

if you need suggestions, i am here to help! whether you have if you need suggestions, i am here to help! whether you have

pictured a serene field or an urban environment as a back-

drop for your photos, i have plenty of suggestions!

natural, casual, romantic

engagement sessions

wardrobe 101:

wear whatever you feel comfortable in. some clients dress up in their

“sunday best,” while others gravitate toward bold patterns & a more casual

style. my goal is to capture you in your element, so feel free to get creative

with your wardrobe! (limit 1-2 outfits per session.)

outfit ideas:

www.pinterest.comwww.pinterest.com

www.urbanoutfitters.com

www.jcrew.com

what to bring:

if you want to bring a favorite book, heirloom, or other meaningful prop, this

is a great way to make your session totally unique!

scheduling:scheduling:

all sessions are scheduled one to two hours before sunset in order to

capture the day’s most beautiful, natural lighting.

what to wear

style tips:

while it is great to compli-ment your future spouse in photos, by no means do the two of you need to wear matching outfits.

if your other half is more comfortable in solid colors, try choosing something with a little texture.

patterns are a great way to add contrast to your

images. be creative, and let your unique personality let your unique personality

shine through!

tip: wedding magazines and pinterest are great sources for posing

inspiration. of course, we will guide you throughout the shoot!

setting the tone:

finding the right location for your bridal session doesn’t

have to be difficult. when thinking about your bridal session,

here are some things to consider:

do you want your bridal photos to be cohesive with your wedding do you want your bridal photos to be cohesive with your wedding

photos? if so, then your wedding venue is a great option. most

wedding venues allow a 1-2 hour bridal session during the week.

do you want to go for a completely different look than your wedding do you want to go for a completely different look than your wedding

day photos? if so, then there are so many amazing places you can

do your bridal session at. if you have a southern or rustic venue,

then maybe you want to add in a modern or urban feel to your

photos by going downtown. if you like more of a natural setting, we

can always find a local park or field for your session.

modern, elegant, ethereal

BRIDAL sessions

"Happiness

is anyone and

anything at all

that's loved

by you"

what to bring:

in addition to your dress, here are some items you may want to

include: veil, bouquet, hair pieces, jewelry, and lastly, an extra set of eyes (friend, mother, sister).

scheduling:scheduling:

the earlier you the schedule your the earlier you the schedule your session, the more dates are avail-able! the best time for bridal sessions is during the week,

monday - friday. most brides plan to have their sessions right when they receive their dress from their final fittings, about one - two final fittings, about one - two months before your wedding. bridal sessions are scheduled

around 10am to allow for beautiful natural morning sunlight!

“because everymoment counts...”

TIP: Wooden hangers look much more appealing in photos than standard,

plastic hangers. consider switching this out before the big day!

wedding day tips:

gather all your details before the day starts so i can photogather all your details before the day starts so i can photo-

graph them quickly! this makes the getting-ready portion of

the day go by much more smoothly, and it allows me to spend

more time focusing on the spontaneous moments when

everyone is together. this list is mainly for the ladies, but

same advice goes for the groomsmen.

here are a few ideas: ring, jewelry, hair pieces, flowers,

shoes, socks, cuff links, socks, letters, pictures, gifts, cultural

items, invitations, programs, printed pieces, and any unique

items you’ve put thought into!

formal, sentimental, fun

your wedding day

crowd management:

it helps to have a designated friend who can proactively gather the groups so i

can focus on creating beautiful photos! usually this person knows the groups

pretty well, they have a loud voice, and they can round people up with ease.

more recommendations:

after the ceremony, have your officiant make an announcement asking family after the ceremony, have your officiant make an announcement asking family

to stay in the ceremony location. have an appointed friend help facilitate the

different groups you would like to have photographed. this means that they

have the list of family members and they are gathering people either with an

extra loud voice or a handheld microphone.

keep your list of groups short. please note that each group shot can take 2-3 keep your list of groups short. please note that each group shot can take 2-3

minutes. we would all love to have photos with every important person at the

wedding, but time is of the essence. less is more in this type of situation, and

you will have the reception to get group shots if necessary.

when these are in place, you are destined for fun and smooth formal portraits!

this also allows for fun and creative wedding party photos afterwards, as well

as romantic bride & groom portraits with beautiful golden hour lighting!the best time to do these formal family portraits is typically right after

the ceremony. this time can be extra chaotic if family members and

friends are not all in the same place.

family photos + group shots

appoint someone to help with family formals after the ceremony.

along with the candid and natural portraits taken throughout the day,

most couples like to also include formal portraits with family & friends.

portraits

planning out a timeline:

we like to document couples as they get ready, so send over your timeline several weeks before the wedding!

consider doing a first-look!a first-look!

it used to be considered it used to be considered taboo, but seeing each other before the ceremony allows you to get extra photos in while there is still daylight. it also helps to calm nerves and gets your reception started on time, as guests won’t have to time, as guests won’t have to wait long for the bride and groom to get their photos taken after the wedding.

while this is not required, it is highly recommended!

“DO what you love, and it will love you back.”

when friends

+ family come

together as one.

your wedding day will go by quickly! book an after-session to give you and

your new spouse an intimate moment to celebrate each other.

what to wear:

most couples like to wear their wedding attire for the after

session to allow for a cohesive story when creating the wed-

ding album, however, there’s no wrong way to do this!

what to bring:

in addition to your dress, here are some items you may want

to include: veil, bouquet, hair accessories, and jewelry.

scheduling:

for optimal lighting, all sessions are booked roughly two hours

before sunset. Keep in mind, this session doesn’t literally

have to be scheduled for the “day after” your wedding!

after sessions

they did.

Folio Boxes

6 Images $60010 Images $100020 Images $1500

Wall Prints

8” X 12” $175111” X 16.5” $35016” X 20” $57520” X 30” $70030” X 40” $1100

Framed Canvas

8” X 12” $27511” X 16.5” $45016” X 20” $67516” X 20” $67520” X 30” $80030” X 40” $1200

All images purchased are also provided on USB as well

Wedding Packages

Bronze: $2775

4 hours of coverageProfessional editing

All images provided on USB

Silver: $2915

6 hours of coverage6 hours of coverageProfessional editing

All images provided on USB

Gold: $3055

8 hours of coverageProfessional editing

All images provided on USB

Platnium: $5000Platnium: $5000

12 hours of coverage Professional editing

All images provided on USB 2 photographers

Custom 30 side album

Price list

For portrait sessions there is a $70 sitting fee.Wedding packages can be tailored to your needs, please

dont hesitate to contact us for a quote x

are they really necessary?

it is one thing to view your digital photos on a computer, but it is something entirely different to see, touch, and flip through pages filled with hand-picked images from your wedding day. you can include your wedding, engagement session, bridal session, and day-after session in your folio box! this is a great way to entertain guests in your new home (folio boxes also

make perfect gifts for the in-laws, hint hint).

the process:the process:

designing your folio box with us is really easy! to keep the process as smooth as possible, you can start off by selecting images that best tell the story of your wedding. from there, i’ll design your spreads and send the mockups over via email. additional edits are charged

accordingly (ask us for more details, if you have questions about your album).

things to keep in mind when making your edits:

please be as specific as possible with your requests. if there is a photo you’d like to be please be as specific as possible with your requests. if there is a photo you’d like to be replaced, please provide a link to the preferred photo from the photo galleries.

the timeline:

there is a two month window to make edits after the initial design is sent over.

folio box sizes:

6 images, 10 images and 20 images - additional images can be purchased seperately

Folio boxes

info@hartmephotography.com.au | 0400810703

thank you from hart me photography!

we know you had unlimited options when it came to choosing a

wedding photographer. it means the world that you have chosen us

to document the most important day of your lives.