Wedding Coverage Details
My wedding coverage is completely customizable for each couple. No matter what collection you choose, I will cover it with the same love and attention that you put into every detail of your special day. I love what I do, and it will show in your photos.
Once you know some of the details of your day, we will work with you to arrange a schedule. You can then share this with your family and wedding party to let them know the timeline for photos taken on the wedding day. However, based on the subjective nature of the event...things can change in a moment, someone is late, a flat tire a forgotten something. I once drove back to the brides home some 30 minutes away to bring her veil to the ceremony when no one else could...and arrived just in time for her to attach it and walk up the isle. So, we understand things happen, and are prepared to be there for you and capture this wonderful event in your lives as it happens. The schedule is to make sure I have enough time to get not only the standard shots you will want in your collection such as the ceremony and bridal portraits, but also bridal party photos, group and family shots, artistic portraits of the bride and groom etc... The day goes by so quickly, and arranging when and where these photos will be taken, and how long I have to take them is crucial to actually attaining them. To assist you is scheduling your coverage I have listed a timelines based on our my past experience.
Once you know some of the details of your day, we will work with you to arrange a schedule. You can then share this with your family and wedding party to let them know the timeline for photos taken on the wedding day. However, based on the subjective nature of the event...things can change in a moment, someone is late, a flat tire a forgotten something. I once drove back to the brides home some 30 minutes away to bring her veil to the ceremony when no one else could...and arrived just in time for her to attach it and walk up the isle. So, we understand things happen, and are prepared to be there for you and capture this wonderful event in your lives as it happens. The schedule is to make sure I have enough time to get not only the standard shots you will want in your collection such as the ceremony and bridal portraits, but also bridal party photos, group and family shots, artistic portraits of the bride and groom etc... The day goes by so quickly, and arranging when and where these photos will be taken, and how long I have to take them is crucial to actually attaining them. To assist you is scheduling your coverage I have listed a timelines based on our my past experience.
Engagement Session {1.5-2 hours}
Engagement Sessions are a great way to capture some beautiful keepsake photos before your wedding day. It is included with our largest package and available as an add on with the others. Your photo session will be fun and can even be themed planned out right down to the clothes you will wear. If booked far enough in advance you can use the photos to create many items for your wedding like Reception Signature Books, Save the Dates etc... Our Reception Signature Book is a special book that holds approximately 40 of your photos along side quotes that ad meaning to your photos. Guests will be able to sign your book or leave you great fun little messages.
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Bridal Portrait sessions
_A bridal session is a portrait session of a couple in their bridal
attire on a day other than their wedding day. These types of sessions
can take place before or after the wedding. The concept may be a
little nontraditional, but it can also be the perfect solution for
couples struggling with how photography will play a role in their big
day. In addition to that, we LOVE to shoot them! The bride only session is included as standard with all of our packages, you may choose to have it as a Couple's session instead. This will give you a beautiful collection of wedding photography to cherish for a lifetime.
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Getting Ready {1-2 hours}
Getting ready coverage begins with details of the bride at her home or ceremony location. This is
usually early morning. We capture the dress, shoes, makeup and hair
prep etc...all the many details that will surround you on this day, as long as these items are available. If you are wanting artistic photos of the ring, shoes, dress... I can make arrangements to come a day early and shoot these. As you prepare for your big day, I don't usually manipulate the situation, change or rearrange anything as I like to capture photos as life really was, but I promise, the photos will be discrete, and care given to what is posted in your online gallery. I
also look for candid moments that express the joy and excitement of the
beginning of the day you have anticipated for months. When the bride is
fully dressed I will shoot some portraits, if time allows before heading to the ceremony. < This is where the schedule comes in handy :)
First Look {1 .5 Hours} Optional
My First Look sessions are one hour to one and one-half hours long and begin with meeting up with the groom at a designated location. They can include bride and groom only, or add the bridal party and family formals.
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Preceremony {45 minutes prior to Ceremony}
We will use a few moments prior to the Ceremony start time to capture guests arriving, bridal party etc...we also us this time to set up and prepare for the bride to make her entrance.
Ceremony
Lexilu uses two photographers to shoot the many angles of the ceremony. We not only get the bride walking up the aisle but also the grooms reaction. If you have chosen a First Look Session, you will find that this is still a very poignant moment. We capture all types of ceremonies, mindful of any restrictions, we are always respectful and provide fly on the wall coverage.
Post Ceremony- Time determined by group size {1.5 hrs}
1. If you have chosen to take us up on the First Look coverage, then your formal photos will begin with the Bridal Party and the Family. It will be relaxed and fun, but must be planned out and organized so that you get to your reception on time. We don't like keeping guests waiting either, and with good planning we make sure everyone is happy.
2. If you opt out of the First Look session we will begin with a 30 min private session with just the bride and groom, then return for photos with the family and bridal party. Again, we must have good organization and cooperation on the part of all involved to make this a fun time as it will be fast paced.
3. You may also choose to do strictly Photo-journalistic coverage. This is without the traditional family group photos. Instead we shoot the Bride and Groom, unless done in a First Look session, and then add the bridal party, then some minimal shots of parents of the bride and groom.
2. If you opt out of the First Look session we will begin with a 30 min private session with just the bride and groom, then return for photos with the family and bridal party. Again, we must have good organization and cooperation on the part of all involved to make this a fun time as it will be fast paced.
3. You may also choose to do strictly Photo-journalistic coverage. This is without the traditional family group photos. Instead we shoot the Bride and Groom, unless done in a First Look session, and then add the bridal party, then some minimal shots of parents of the bride and groom.
RECEPTION
We will get to the reception about the same time as the bride and groom so we need just a few minutes to get into position for your grand entrance. Then we get you at your table, first meal, the dances, the cake and some of the celebration of the evening.
the Editing process
_Following your big day we get right to work protecting and editing your
photos. The length of time it takes to edit depends not only on the
amount of photos we shot, but also on the extent of editing. Photos
requiring more extensive complexion work will take longer.
I edit each and every photo shot, less duplicates, with professional editing software and take a lot of time making sure that you look your best when your photos are presented online, without over photoshopping. I do this personally, for each of my clients, in addition to shooting other clients. This process takes longer but once the photos in your Collection are online they are ready for immediate use, whether download or printing/sharing. Additional photos from your shoot will be edited for online presentation, and can be chosen for editing.
In the end you will receive a beautiful collection of images of your day presented in a private online gallery. Some of our favorite shots may also make it onto our website. You can then choose any option for purchasing prints. We offer downloads of original sized files or purchase the entire collection on dvd and make your own prints. You can share your gallery with family and friends, who can also purchase their own prints.
Contact us today for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.
Luanne and the crew at Lexilu Photography Studio
I edit each and every photo shot, less duplicates, with professional editing software and take a lot of time making sure that you look your best when your photos are presented online, without over photoshopping. I do this personally, for each of my clients, in addition to shooting other clients. This process takes longer but once the photos in your Collection are online they are ready for immediate use, whether download or printing/sharing. Additional photos from your shoot will be edited for online presentation, and can be chosen for editing.
In the end you will receive a beautiful collection of images of your day presented in a private online gallery. Some of our favorite shots may also make it onto our website. You can then choose any option for purchasing prints. We offer downloads of original sized files or purchase the entire collection on dvd and make your own prints. You can share your gallery with family and friends, who can also purchase their own prints.
Contact us today for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.
Luanne and the crew at Lexilu Photography Studio