The Ultimate Wedding
A G U I D E T O T H E U L T I M AT E W E D D I N G P H O T O G R A P H Y E X P E R I E N C E B R O U G H T T O Y O U B Y J O E L L E WA T T S T U D I O S
Why
Joelle Watt Studios
She sat across from me with tears streaming down her face... “I didn’t understand that I could feel that day again.... and you knew... We look at our images and it is so emotional! We feel it all over again....” And that is what the bottom line is. We could talk to you about the fact that we have been in the wedding photography business for over ten years. We could tell you that we have encountered and conquered almost any crazy wedding scenario that you could imagine (along with a car popping out of gear during the outdoor ceremony and miss hitting the wedding party by mere feet, only to plummet into the beautiful vineyard). We could tell you that we have shot well over 200 weddings. Or we could mention that our time schedule is so seamless that when following it, you won’t believe how perfectly your day can flow. We could mention countless points, but the very most important, bottom line fact is, that we get it. We know that your day is but one incredibly important, heart tugging, incredibly beautiful and emotional day in your life. And that is what we specialize in...the importance, the beauty and the emotion. Our images transport your mind, body and soul back to your special day. Ready for more? Read on....
T
iming is Everything!
Joelle has developed a “formula” for using the time of your wedding to it’s greatest potential. This involves careful planning and a foolproof timeline schedule that will optimize the potential for crazy amazing images on your wedding day. The following pages are filled with detailed timing for flow, so that you can see where and when everything takes place on your special day. Read on and please feel free to print out the pages. They will serve as “worksheets” in organizing your wedding day.
Who knew that your photographer could also be your wedding coordinator?
W hat
does your love look like?
By answering these questions,
Joelle can gain a significant grasp on your style, your love and your expectations for your ultimate day.
1.
Where did you meet?
2.
How you long did you date before you got engaged?
3.
What did you do for your first date?
4.
Was it love at first sight?
5.
Where was your first kiss?
6.
When did you KNOW you wanted to spend the rest of your life together?
7.
What is your favorite thing to do together?
8.
How would those closest to you describe your relationship?
9.
How would you describe your relationship?
10. Where is your favorite place to be together? 11
ONE WORD.
Describe your relationship.
12. What to you each do for a living? 13. Where do you live? 1 4 . W h e r e d o y o u p l a n o n l i v i n g ? 15. What is your favorite kind of music? 16. How do you like to dress everyday? 17
For special dates?
Describe to us your perfect date.
18. Describe to us the most romantic place you could visit & why. 19. What is your favorite thing about each other? 20. Tell us 3 random things about each of you. 21. What is your favorite smell? 22. What is your favorite car? 23. Where would be your dream honeymoon location? 24. How did you hear about us?
Over the years, we have developed a timeline that is a great resource in planning out your day, as well as how long to expect your treasured images will take. Together, these are also tips to make your wedding run smoothly: Gown, hair, shoes and make-�‑up shots: 15 minutes Bride stepping into gown: 15 minutes As soon as the bride is dressed, I start the pictures with images of the bride alone. I love the look of a bride who has just stepped into her gown, feeling the most beautiful that she has in her life. Those first few moments are so special.
Bride: 20 minutes alone Bride and Bridesmaids & Group Shots: Average 2 minutes per Bridesmaid: Approx. 25 minutes Bride Bride Bride Bride Bride Bride
and family images: 15 minutes and Mom and Dad Mom and Dad and Siblings Siblings and parents
There MAY be extra time before the ceremony, but this works best timewise, due to the fact that guests do start arriving a little early. We like to get the shooting done before this occurs so that the bride remains unseen until her entrance. Groom: 15 minutes alone Groom and Groomsmen & Group shots: Average 2 minutes per Groomsmen Approx. 20 minutes Groom Groom Groom Groom Groom Groom
and Family images: 15 minutes and Mom and Dad Mom and Dad and Siblings Siblings and parents
We need to finish the Groom and Groomsmen images at least 40 minutes before the ceremony IF the groomsmen are also the ushers.
Ceremony: * * * * *
Can I use flash? Can I move about inconspiculously? Where in the ceremony is the kiss? Are there any other special events during the ceremony? Where in the ceremony is the *kiss*?
Wedding average: 60 minutes Receiving Line 40-�‑45 minutes for an average of 200 guests Attendance over 200 allow for 10 minutes per additonal 25 ppl. Additional Time needed:_____________________
Receiving Line options: I have seen different versions of this from wedding to wedding. I will begin the list with my personal favorite to my least. Even with this said, the choice is only up to YOU...it is YOUR wedding after all! The bride and groom release: This is when the bride and groom exit the sanctuary after being announced. A few quick moments are spent alone, and then the bride and groom enter once again, making their way to the very first pew. They begin on the brideʟ’s side and person-â€?‑ ally release all of the guests. The row will stand, and the bride and groom greet each guest as they exit the pew. The bride and groom alternate from the brideʟ’s side, to the groomʟ’s, to the brideʟ’s and so on.... The traditional receiving line: Standing at the rear of the church, the bride and groom greet each guest as they exit the church. This goes much quicker with ONLY the bride and groom in the line. Time is truly added with parents, as well as the wedding party. Greet at the reception: the bride and groom, after dinner, greet each guest at the reception. This greeting DOES add quite a bit of time to your reception “down timeâ€?. At least an 90 minutes is spent with only dinner music playing. After the ceremony pictures: 90 minutes note breakdown included As soon as the wedding is finished, and the receiving line done, we immediately begin the family pictures. Weather permitting, I prefer to start these pictures outside. We begin with the eldest family members in respect to their health and age, then to the youngest family members, and then to all of the in betweeners ! (I usually photograph on average, approx. 10-â€?‑13 different family shots....the more that you choose to have shot WILL increase the time needed between the ceremony and reception. You can expect to add 6 minutes per family member request)
Bride and Groom Formal at the Altar : 10 minutes Bride and Groom and Officiant : 5 minutes Family images: 25 minutes Bride Bride Bride Bride Bride
and and and and and
Groom Groom Groom Groom Groom
-‐‑ Brideʼ’s Mom and Dad -‐‑Brideʼ’s Mom and Dad and siblings -‐‑ Brideʼ’s Mom and Dad and Maternal Grandparents -‐‑ Brideʼ’s Mom and Dad and Paternal Grandparents -‐‑ Brideʼ’s Godparents
Bride Bride Bride Bride Bride
and and and and and
Groom Groom Groom Groom Groom
-‐‑ -‐‑ -‐‑ -‐‑ -‐‑
Groomʼ’s Groomʼ’s Groomʼ’s Groomʼ’s Groomʼ’s
Mom and Dad Mom and Dad and siblings Mom and Dad and Maternal Grandparents Mom and Dad and Paternal Grandparents Godparents
Bride and Groom outside at church: 10 minutes These are the more Formal, looking a the camera shots. Bridal Party images: 20 minutes Bride and Groomsmen : 5 minutes Groom and Bridesmaids: 5 minutes Bride and Groom Together : 20 minutes Reception order: This is the order of the reception that I feel runs most smoothly, and is most considerate of your time. Again, this is your wedding, and these are just my suggestions for you. * Entrance 10 minutes * First dance 10 minutes * Cutting of the cake 5 minutes
(I like these events to be first foremost because ALL of the attention is directly on the couple at this time. The cutting of the cake happening quickly as well, allows for the cake to be sliced in order to be dessert for all of the guests to enjoy)
* Blessing 5 minutes * Toast 15 minutes * Dinner 40 minutes
My suggestion at this point is given with the understanding that the bride & groom as well as the families are served dinner first. 40 minutes is adequate time to eat and to refresh. At this time, I suggest starting the father/daughter, mother/son dances. This serves as “entertainment” during the dinner and keeps your reception alive with events. The attention again will be on the dance floor as everyone is seated and still enjoying dinner.
I nvestment
Can you put a price on memories?
The Ultimate Wedding Package:
$3,500.00 Includes: Phone or In person consultation to put into action the dreams for your big day 6 full hours of wedding coverage A Second Shooter Online photo gallery for 2 months so that you can share your stunning images with family and friends as a private website Digital Download of ALL your High Resolution Images;余 you can expect approximately 500 edited images Print release to print or share your photos in the way you choose A Personal Custom Video featuring your wedding images ( Joelle carefully & artistically chooses the images for this video) Personal Assistance in preparing your wedding itinerary and timeline for your day Choices to add extra time, engagement sessions, extra time and products. Taxes and add-ons extra Travel fee applies for locations farther than 50 miles from DuBois Please Note: Joelle accepts a very limited amount of weddings per year. Contact for availability.
Extras 10x10 Wedding Album
Custom Designed-Coffee Table Style $1450
Custom Embossed Proof Box
Embossed with Your Names Overflowing with a 4x6 Proof of every Edited Wedding Image Approx. 500 Proofs
$550
Engagement Session
session fee only Phone or In person consult to plan your Dream Engagement Shoot 2-3 Hour On Location Shoot
$295
All Digital Files from Session
Digital Files are delivered via Download with a Print release Boxed 4x6 Proofs from Session $400 Pricing reflects only when booked along with your wedding
16x24 Gallery Wrapped Canvas $375
Who we Are
Joelle Watt of Joelle Watt Studios has been in business in the DuBois area since 2003, and opened her current studio at 38 W. Scribner Ave in April 2012. Joelle, the lead photographer, has traveled nationwide photographing commissioned assignments. In addition, her images have been cited on the aol.com homepage, the Huffington Post, the national wedding blog -“The Bride’s Cafe,” & author photos with Harper Collins & private publishing. Her commissioned work ranges from numerous local to nationally recognized corporations. Recently, Joelle expanded once more with a fine art portraiture line, Essenza. This line focuses on women ages 8-88, capturing the unique essence of a woman at every stage of life. Even more, Joelle has expanded her heart and talent toward her mission of reaching girls & women of all ages, with her very own “Be Your Own Beautiful.” Speaking from life experiences, and incorporating her background in women’s portraiture, Joelle travels nationwide performing seminars at schools, clubs, churches and conferences. Her seminars also feature a live beauty shoot which truly empower women of all ages to find worth and value within themselves. Joelle also regularly teaches workshops across the United States to amateur as well as professional photographers. Most importantly, Joelle is a loving wife to her husband Charlie, and a proud mom to the 3 best kids on the earth :).
What others say...
“Joelle, you and your work have brightened mine numerous times in the past few months. I go to your website frequently to see what new things you have posted and I am never disappointed! Your passion is palpable in the things you create - not just your (amazing!) images but the inspiring meaning behind and within them ---- supporting women in embracing their strength and beauty and magnificence;; encouraging couples and families to savor their many blessings;; celebrating each individual's meaningful place in life --- it is all truly remarkable. ... as someone who has dedicated her talents to making others feel so darn special, you deserve to know that not only are you appreciated but you are also admired.” “LOVE LOVE LOVE ! :)”
“OMG!!! It's beautiful!!!! You are AMAZING!!!!”
“I'm in tears! THANK YOU and I LOVE IT! You sooooo know me already!!!! I am absolutely and utterly speechless and overwhelmed. xoxo!!” “OMG!!! It's beautiful!!!! You are AMAZING!!!!” ""If you are looking for different, your search has stopped here. Joelle represents a style of photography so like no other I've seen. During a shoot, Joelle has the ability to almost "enter the relationship" her self. Whether it be an individual or joint person session, Joelle will catch images that truly describe you and your personality. When a family member looks back at the photos, often you hear them say, "That look is so you. That is the look you always give. I love it." Joelle Watt delivers change from the norm, different, unique, unforgettable, unimaginable images." Photographs are all about remembering moments and having pieces of past moments frozen for you to treasure on walls, in scrap books in frames. Joelle is sensational she evokes feelings and truly captures moments. She's different, which is what i love most about her, because im different & my family is different, each event you want to remember is different. She captures who you are and each detail that is dear and near to your heart. She captured my senior portraits my sisters engagements, my sisters wedding, and i personally had a chance to work along side her. She truly shines in this industry. there is NO ONE else i would recommend. Joelle watt photography is the ONLY way to go! -xoxo "Joelle is amazing. AMAZING! You really see who the people are in her pictures...the pictures tell stories."
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