Start with what matters
Before making a photograph list, think about how you want the day to feel. An unhurried morning, time with a grandparent or a room full of friends may matter more than a particular pose. Share those priorities with your photographer early, so the plan follows your life rather than the other way around.
Leave a little breathing room
Travel, greetings and small delays all take time. A generous schedule gives your photographer room to notice what happens between the formal moments. Keep group photographs organised, choose a nearby portrait spot and leave space to return to your guests.
Look beyond the highlights
When exploring a photographer’s work, ask to see a complete wedding story. Notice how they handle quiet rooms, changing light, larger groups and the evening. A few striking portraits can catch your eye; a complete sequence helps you understand how the whole day might be remembered.
FOLLOW YOUR CURIOSITY