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What Is A Post-wedding Session, And Why Should I Have One?

on Your Wedding Day, You Don’t Get A Lot Of Time To Be With Each Other.
it’s A Lot Of Getting Ready, Greeting People, And Having Fun With Your Guest!
for Some Couples Who Know They Want Couple Photos But Know The Day Won’t Allow For Very Many.

they Have What Is Called A Post Wedding Session!
here Is One Example Of A Post-wedding Session And Why My Couple Personally Opted For One!

when Planning Melissa & John’s Intimate Ceremony, I Knew Couple Photos Were Super Important. Unfortunately For Us, The Weather Decided It Did Not Want To Cooperate.

this Usually Isn’t A Problem, But John & Melissa’s Ceremony Was Held In The Courthouse, And They Had A Special Family Dinner Afterward.

we Didn’t Have Many Options For Photos, And The Couple Didn’t Want To Risk Getting Rained On And Ruining Melissa’s Hair And Makeup Before Dinner.

we Decided To Do A Quick 10-minute Session In Downtown Beaumont, Then Head To Their Family Dinner For The Evening.

after They Returned Home From Vacation, We Set Up A Post-wedding Session In Downtown Beaumont!

her Dress Is From untamed Petals (they Are Currently Out Of Stock In The Black Dress, But I Linked Their White Dress)
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documentary Photography Can Be The Perfect Option Because You Never Have To Feel Like You Are Performing For The Camera.

my Approach To Photography Allows You To Explore Your Thoughts And Feelings About The Person You Love Without Feeling Self-conscious About What Pictures Might Be Taken. This Allows You To Live Your Wedding Day!

the Look And The Feel Will Be Evident In Your Photos Because You Won’t Be Put In Awkward Poses That You Would Never Do As A Couple!  As A Documentary Photographer, I Want To Capture Natural Moments As They Happen- Without Staging Or Interfering With Your Natural Emotions.

documentary Wedding Photography Is Personal To The Couple

the Best Thing About Documentary Photography Is That It Can Be Personal And Introspective. You Can Look Back At Your Photos Years From Now And Remember The Exact Feeling You Were Experiencing When The Photograph Was Taken. That Cannot Be Replicated With Any Other Type Of Photography.

documentary Photography Often Appeals To People Who Describe Themselves As “introverts” Because You Don’t Need To Be The Center Of Attention. You Will Probably Be Happier Staying In The Background And Observing The Action Unfold!

documentary Wedding Photography Is Timeless

one Of The Best Things About Documentary Wedding Photography Is Its Timelessness. Your Photos Will Never Look Dated, No Matter How Many Trends Come And Go.this Is Because Documentary Wedding Photography Is About Capturing Real Moments- The Emotions And Feelings Of Your Wedding Day. You Will Want To Show Your Children And Grandchildren These Photos!

documentary Does Not Mean I Don’t Do Formal Wedding Photos!

part Of My Job As A Wedding Photographer Is Documenting All The Important Aspects Of A Wedding Day. This Includes Formal Family Photos. So Tell Your Mom Not To Freak Out. I Definitely Do Those!

however, I Work Really Closely With My Couples To Create A Wedding Timeline To Do Those Photos Quickly And Efficiently. We Review Every Combination Of Photos You Want (and Some You Might Not Have Thought Of!).

i Take Into Account Travel Time, Weather Conditions, And Any Other Things I Know Have A Habit Of Coming Up On A Wedding Day (like What Happens When That Groomsman Goes Missing!)

then, We’ll Move On To Doing Couples Photos Of Just The Two Of You.  Hopefully, These Photos Will Be Taken In A Location That Is Special To You. I’ll Work With You To Ensure They Reflect Your Personality As A Couple.


documentary Wedding Photography In Texas

documentary Photography Is An Excellent Choice For Couples Who Want A Natural, Unstaged Look For Their Wedding Photos.

if This Sounds Like You, I Want To Discuss Being Your Wedding Photographer. 
i Am A Documentary Wedding Photographer Based In Beaumont, Texas.
but I Am Available For Travel! get In Touch and Tell Me About Your Wedding Day Plans.

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are You Planning Your Wedding And Wondering If You Need A Second Photographer?

this Is One Of The Biggest Questions Asked When A Couple Is Choosing Their Package.

this May Be An Unpopular Opinion, But Usually, I’m Going To Say No, It Isn’t Necessary, But It Can Be An Excellent Addition!

i Have Shot Multiple Weddings, And It’s Nice To Have A Second Shooter, But I Am More Than Comfortable Working On My Own And Have Only Found It Necessary A Handful Of Times!

of Course, There Are A Few Circumstances Where I Will Tell You, Yes, You Need A Second Photographer, But Most Of The Time, It’s Just A Nice Add-on!

let’s Start With When I Think Adding A Second Photographer Is Necessary:

you And Your Fiance Are Getting Ready At Two Separate Locations.

if The Two Of You Are Not Getting Ready At The Same Location, Usually One Is At The Venue And The Other At A Hotel, Airbnb, Or Home. In This Situation, I Highly Recommend A Second Photographer Who Can Hang Out With The Guys While I Work With The Bride And Her Girls!


when You Have A Larger Wedding With A Higher Guest Count 120+

you Have Planned This Big Beautiful Wedding, Invited All Your Family And Friends, And The Guest Count Is Above 120, You Will Want To Consider A Second Photographer.
you Have Meticulously Planned Events And Want Every Moment, Big And Small, Captured. This Is A Time When I Would Also Highly Recommend A Second Photographer!

let’s Jump Into When It’s Nice To Have A Second Photographer, But It Isn’t Necessary…

more Coverage

disclaimer: It’s Important To Note That More Coverage Doesn’t Necessarily Mean More Images. Your Wedding Will Pass In The Blink Of An Eye!
i Cannot Stress This Enough. This Is A Day You Spend Months And Months Planning, Then You Blink, And It’s Gone.

instead Of Quantity, Think Quality. Imagine All The Different Moments And Memories Two Photographers Can Capture. Especially If You Have A Long Day And/or A Tight Timeline And Multiple Things Are Happening Simultaneously!

some Events Are Planned And Should Be Photographed. Toasts, Cake Cutting, And First Dances. But What About Those Unplanned Moments? Mom Is Crying As You Dance With Your Dad. You Looking On At Your New Husband As He Dances With His Mom. You Have Toasts, And Your Husband Reaches Under The Table For Your Hand, Giving It A Little Squeeze.

those Are Moments You Don’t Want To Miss, So In This Case, I’ll Say Two Photographers Are Better Than One When It Comes To Coverage!

different Perspectives/angles

weddings, Like Movies, Are Best Shot With More Than One Camera And From Different Angles. This Allows The Photographer To Capture All Those In-between Moments And Emotions! Which, In Turn, Lets The Viewer In On The Whole Story!

time Constraints

a Second Photographer Allows For Flexibility In The Timeline, Which Allows For A Less Hectic Shooting Schedule. The Second Photographer Can Gather All The Family For The Formal Photos And Get Everyone Lined Up So That They Run Smoothly!

i Also Like To Get My Second Photographer To Knock Out Groomsmen’s Photos After The Guys Get Ready. This Saves Time Later On!
one Photographer May Head To The Reception After The Ceremony To Start On Detailed Coverage. The Other Photographer May Stay At The Ceremony To Finish Formal Family Photos!

with Good Timeline Planning, This Could Be Done With One Photographer, But If You Are Short On Time And Ready To Get To Partying, A Second Photographer Does Come In Handy!

something To Consider When Deciding If You Need A Second Photographer

a Second Photographer May Not Be Ideal If You Have A Smaller Wedding. Two Photographers Working At Intimate Weddings Or Smaller Venues May Lead To A Photography Team Being On Top Of Each Other. You Likely Won’t Need Two Photographers If You Have A Smaller Guest Count (up To 75 Guests). This Can Lead To Many Repetitive Shots And Not Enough Workspace!

whether You Decide On One Or Two Photographers, I Will Capture A Complete Intricate Storyline Of Your Wedding Day. Not Having A Second Photographer Doesn’t Mean You Have To Sacrifice The Quality. If You’re Still Unsure About It, Let Me Know. We’ll Discuss It!
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1.)know Your Style 
create A Mood Board On Pinterest. Find Wedding Photos You Like, Colors, Textures, And Styles. This Will Help Guide You In Finding What Style You Connect With. After You Put This Collection Together, Start Breaking Down What You Like About Them... The Editing, Composition, How The Photographer Captures Feelings, Posed Photos, Candids, Documentary Style, Etc.! 

2.) Ask To See A Few Complete Galleries.
look Beyond Instagram And Facebook Highlights. Ask To View A Few Of Their Full Wedding Galleries. You Want To Make Sure You Connect With How They Capture An Entire Wedding Day!

3.) Book Your Engagement Session With The Photographer You Want To Book!
this Allows You To Meet And Connect With Your Photographer Before Your Wedding. The Day Of Is Extremely Chaotic And Doesn't Give You Any Time To Sit Down And Connect. You Will Be Able To Gauge How They Work And If The Chemistry Is There! 
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every Bride Should Have A Bridal Session! 

reagan's Beautiful Houston Texas Wedding Is Fast Approaching. I Knew She Was Stressed And Needed To Let Loose. What Better Way Than Put On Your Wedding Dress And Get Dolled Up For Photos? 

we Decided To Spend The Evening At The Water Way In The Woodlands, She Brought A Friend And We Just Walked The Area With No Pressure And Had Fun Chit-chatting And Taking Photos! 

so Why Do Bridals?

1. They Are A Complete Run-through! 
you Can See Your Whole Look For Your Wedding Day Come Together And Make Any Necessary Adjustments. This Makes Your Wedding Day Much Smoother And Faster For You, Your Hair Stylist, And Your Makeup Artist! 

2. I Will Definitely Get Photos Of You On Your Wedding Day, But, Let's Not Kid Ourselves, The Day Can Get Hectic And It Doesn't Leave Much Time For Photos Much Less Bridal Portraits.
scheduling Bridals Is A Great Way To Make Sure We Get A Lot Of Pictures Of You In Your Beautiful Dress Without Feeling Rushed! 

3. Your Bridal Portraits Can Be Put On Display At The Reception! 

4. Let's Not Kid Ourselves, Wedding Planning Can Get Stressful. Especially When You Are Only A Few Weeks Out. I Always Encourage My Bride To Bring Some Friends To Hype Her Up And Have Some Fun Without Any Pressures Of Things Being Perfect! This Is The Perfect Way To Relax And Unwind Before Your Wedding! 

so If You're Ever Wondering If You Should Take Advantage Of The Bridal Session, The Answer Will Always Be Yes! 

another Little Bonus:
sometimes My Brides Do Only A Few Shots In Their Actual Dress For Fear Of Messing Anything Up, And They Do Most Of The Photos In Their Reception Outfit Or Another Fun Dress! 






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