Welcome!
Hello, and congratulations on your upcoming wedding! 🎉
We’re so happy that you’re considering us to be a part of your big day. In this guide, you’ll find all the information you need to understand how we work as your photographers and videographers, along with tips and insights to help make your day as smooth and stress-free as possible.
We believe that every wedding is unique, and we are committed to capturing your special moments in a way that reflects your story.
Our team works with you every step of the way, ensuring your photos and videos become timeless keepsakes.
At Cloudy Day Weddings, we understand that your wedding is a deeply personal event, and capturing those moments—both in photos and video—is something we don't take lightly. Whether you’re looking for stunning photography, cinematic videography, or a seamless combination of both, we’re here to tell your story the way it deserves to be told. So lets dive in!
Planning your wedding can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Our Cloudy Day Wedding Experience Guide is here to help you every step of the way. Whether you’re newly engaged or finalizing
the details, this guide is designed to make your wedding planning stree-free, thoughtful, and tailored to your unique love story.We created this guide for couples like you—those who want a seamless, authentic wedding day where every special moment is captured beautifully. Inside, you’ll find expert insights, helpful tips, and everything you need to know about how we document your wedding.
So, You're About to Tie The Knot!
Now What?
We’re so excited for you! Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but don’t worry—we’ve got your back. Here are the top 6 things to get you started on your journey to saying "I do!"
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(If you've already done all this, you're a rockstar! skip ahead here)
The Wedding Day Timeline
Once you've got your date, venue, and most of your major vendors figured out, its time to start nailing down your day of timeline! The day of timeline is going to be your next holy grail. Below are some examples of different timeline scenarios.
*When thinking about your day of timeline, start with what time you want the ceremony to begin and build forward and backward from there.
Once you've got your date, venue, and most of your major vendors figured out, its time to start nailing down your day of timeline! The day of timeline is going to be your next holy grail. here are some examples of different timeline scenarios.
when thinking about your day of timeline, start with what time you want the ceremony to begin and build forward and backward from there.
The Details
Because you have most likely spent time carefully picking various details of your wedding, I enjoy photographing them as part of your day's story! Please gather all of your wedding details and have it available for me to shoot when I arrive. After greeting you, I'll begin taking detail photographs while your hair and makeup are being done. I suggest gathering these items in a box ahead of time.
Quick tip: If you want clutter-free images, designate a room or a section of the room as the bag area and keep the majority of your belongings there.
ACCESSORIES:
• Therings
• Other jewelry
• Watch
• Headpieces • Cufflinks
• Perfume
• Cologne
• Pocket square/ Tie/ Bowtie
• Bouquet
• Garters/handkerchief
OTHER:
• VowBooks
• RingBox
• Weddingstationarywith
envelopesi.e.invitations, programs,thankyoucards.
• Flowersa n do rgreenery
• A n yotherspecialdetail
I'd like to capture your excitement and emotion while you prepare. Those priceless moments with your bridesmaids, mother, sister, or anyone else who is assisting you. These photographs usually end up being my favorites. There's something about the jitters leading up to the wedding, the small moments of "this is it," and the often booze-induced chuckles with your best friends.
This part is primarily candids. However, I try to make sure everyone is generally ready before I start photographing them. You probably don't want a photo of yourself with half-done makeup or hair.
Getting Ready
You'll want to ensure that you're getting ready in a way that you'd want to be captured on photos. It's absolutely up to you how you go about doing so. For some brides, having her bridal party wear matching outfits is the way to go. Others would think of it as giving everyone a customised shirt or robe to wear while getting their hair and makeup done. After all, you're not just making memories on your wedding day; you're also preserving them. By the time I enter the room, you should all be looking and feeling fantastic!
Where To Get Ready
After your venue and ceremony area, the getting ready place is the most important space on your wedding day. It's where you'll spend the morning with your wedding party, get ready and have photographs taken. When picking a location for getting ready, look for an open space with plenty of natural light. Consider renting out a lovely Airbnb or boutique hotel room if the space provided by your venue for getting ready does not seem to be a suitable fit.
Let's face it: your wedding is both the best and most stressful day of your life. I usually advise my couples to do a first look since it allows you to have a quiet moment with your partner away from the crowds at the ceremony. You get to take take a break from the hustle and bustle to spend some quality time with each other and soak up the love and excitement.
You want to see that teary and emotional reaction from your partner when you first see each other. However, when you're up in front of a large crowd, it's difficult to concentrate about anything other than the faces staring at you.
What I've discovered is that taking a first look gives you a safe space to be emotional and enjoy the moment. After seeing each other for the first time, you can hug, kiss, twirl, and get a good look at each other without feeling rushed. First look photos give you a moment in your crazy day to tell each other how much you love each other in private.
I'm a sucker for first looks, so it goes without saying that I adore them. But this isn't about me, so if you prefer to stick to the traditional way, that's fine! I never want my couples to feel like I'm pressuring them to have a first look, but I do want you to be informed!
The First Look
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The Wedding Party
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The Ceremony
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Formal Family Portraits
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Sunset Portraits
