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Website: www.erinleighweddings.com Email: inspired@photographybyerinleigh.com Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest /photographybyerinleigh Phone Number: 570.529.1603
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Contents WELCOME
W H AT T O E X P E C T ?
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FAQ & BOOKING
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WELCOME MY MISSION A LITTLE ABOUT ME CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
CONTACT POINTS WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT? SAMPLE TIMELINE
INVESTMENT CLIENT TESTIMONIAL COLLECTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS CLIENT TESTIMONIAL BOOKING INFO
Welcome YOU MAY BE AN ERIN LEIGH COUPLE IF •
You get super excited thinking about your wedding photos (and would even consider changing your date to have your dream photographer)!
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You are madly in love with each other and not afraid for the world to see it.
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You radiate happiness and joy.
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You can’t help laughing with each other because you’re best friends.
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You are an easy-going, stylish couple with creative minds, who trust my eye and are looking for photographs with a modern yet timeless style.
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my Mission My goal is to take care of as many things as I can throughout the planning process and wedding day so that you have less to do, less to worry about, and less to stress over. Hakuna Matata.
N O M O R E AW K WA R D P O S I N G ... JUST NATURAL, RELAXED &STRESS-FREE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY!
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A BIT ABOUT ME
hey there I’M ERIN LEIGH WEBER Before letting me cover your wedding ceremony, you should probably know a little about me.
I grew up in a tiny town a few hours north of Harrisburg. After high school, I was a Marine wife for 6 years and gave birth to Nicolas Ryder during a deployment in 2006. Pictures I sent were the only available connection, so I spent a lot of time taking baby photos and burning through a LOT of film to experiment and play - and I loved every minute of it! My first digital camera was purchased after that deployment and I was hooked on photographry from there on out. I started learning everything I could about the craft. 3 years later in 2009 I officially launched my business. Fast forward through a divorce and more time refining both my technical skills and business practices... I met David on a beach while we were both on vacation, did the long distance thing for a few years, then moved to this area in 2013, at which point my primary focus turned to weddings. David and I were married in 2017 in the grove behind the state capitol with 18 immediate family members present, and then spent 3 weeks in Bali... So that’s pretty much the highlights of how I became a photographer and got to where I am today.
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“Her work is AMAZING and she is so funny and kind, she makes you feel so comfortable it’s like she’s part of the family! The photos she took of our special day are the most amazing memories that we will be able to look back on for a lifetime! Matt & Megan
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what to expect? CONTACT POINTS BEFORE THE WEDDING DAY There are going to be a lot of last minute things right before the wedding that you can’t do in advance, as well as some unexpected details that will no doubt need sorted out. My plan is to have everything taken care of a couple of months before the wedding so it’s one less thing on your mind. Here’s the general timing of what happens before the wedding day for your photography.
6-12 MONTHS Engagement Session
4 MONTHS Online Questionnaire
If you opt to take advantage of having an
This is an online questionnaire that I’ll email
engagement session, it’s best for it to take
to you that will gather the key info I’ll need
place 6 - 12 months before your wedding so
in order to create your timeline and family
that you get the images back and have time
shot list. It can be done whenever is conve-
to print anything you’d like to use them for
nient for you, and makes it more efficient
(save the dates, decor, signature book, etc).
when we get together for your details appt.
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3 MONTHS Details Appointment
1 MONTH Cheat Sheet
After your questionnaire is complete, we can
Your family and bridal party will most like-
schedule your details appointment, where we
ly start asking where they need to be and
will get together and go over everything in
when. This cheat sheet tells them just that
depth - your timeline, the family groups that
and includes each parent, sibling, and brid-
you want, as well as any products you may
al party member.
want. Final copy will be emailed afterwards.
eryone or pass out at the rehearsal dinner.
Great to email to ev-
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WHAT MAKES ME
different? It’s really NOT just about pictures on your wedding day, guys! The majority of your wedding photographer’s work involves the prep, planning, and all the post wedding tasks such as culling, editing and album design. The experience you have throughout that entire process whenever you have contact with your photographer plays a HUGE part in whether you are calm or stressed from it. I strive to provide the BEST experience for you throughout every part of the wedding process! My pisces personality fits this profession as a wedding photographer well for so many reasons. There are a few key traits explained on the investment page, but in order to attempt condensing why I feel I’m an ideal wedding photographer and business owner, and why I would be a great fit for your celebration, here is a bullet list of qualities I pride myself on:
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Experience
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Calm under pressure
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Efficiency
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Understanding of Light
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Flexibility
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Detail Oriented
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Ability to put people at ease
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Creative
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Clear communication
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Well-Prepared
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Organized
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Friendly and Personable
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sample
TIMELINE 12:30 PM Details
Every bride loves having those beautiful shots of her bridal details. It’s an important part of the story and I love having some time to shoot the dress, shoes, jewelry, invitations, etc. These shots allow me to get warmed up for the rest of the big day. While I’m shooting details, I’m also capturing some shots of the bride and her girls getting ready!
01:15 PM Bridal Prep
After the details have been photographed, it’s time for the bride to get into her dress!
I usually ask the mother of the bride and
all of the bridesmaids to be dressed by the time the bride is ready to get into her dress. After the bride is in her gown, she can put on her jewelry, veil, shoes, etc. and I will shoot some bridal portraits, along with dad’s first look before the day really gets going.
02:00 PM First Look & Portraits
This is one of my favorite parts of the wedding day! After the bride and groom have their First Look, I will begin taking romantic portraits while the excitement is still present! I will also take some individual portraits of the bride and of the groom. As we finish up with these portraits, the bridal party can start making their way to us for Bridal Party Portraits!
02:50 PM Bridal Party
Now it’s time for Bridal Party shots! I buffer in extra time throughout the day just in case we have some unexpected things that hold us up! I take shots of the guys and girls both separately & together! I also take a photo of the bride with each of her bridesmaids and the groom with each of his groomsmen. After bridal party portraits are complete (@ 30 minutes before ceremony begins), the bride will go into hiding so that early guests don’t sneak a peek, and the ushers will begin their duties.
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04:40 PM Families
Family formals typically take place immediately following the ceremony. The groups will have already been decided upon before the wedding so we can work through these quickly and get everyone to cocktail hour.
05:00 PM Just Married
Usually by this time of day, the light will be a bit softer than before and give a romantic glow!
I love having just five ex-
tra minutes with the bride and groom to take a few “Just Married” portraits right after family formals!
Then, I’ll head to the
reception area to get all set up while you join Cocktail Hour!
05:30 PM Reception
This is when the bridal party lines up for introductions and the party begins!! By this part of the day, my timeline isn’t as strict. I kick into ‘documentary mode’ and focus on the reception events! Right around sunset, I will whisk you away for about 10 minutes of quiet alone time and sunset portraits!
08:30 PM The Exit
These are always a favorite!
I am typically at the reception for around 2.5 hours. This works well to cover the ‘formalities’, and plenty of dancing. After that, it starts looking repetitive and people get tipsy (but you are welcome to add more time if you’d like)! For sparkler send-offs, the best time to do this is usually a few hours in, right before I’m scheduled to leave. A lot of people may have left already when couples wait until the very end for the formal exit, so sometimes these shots only have a few people and everyone is looking tired, making it not the most picturesque send-off.
* 8 hours is a good amount of time for a wedding in one location. * 10 hours is good for multiple locations or if you love extra detail & dancing photos.
A P P RO X I M AT E T I M E S W I T H O U T F I R S T L O O K : 12:30 PM
DETAILS & PREP
1:30 PM
BRIDESMAIDS & BRIDE’S FAMILY
2:30 PM
GROOMSMEN & GROOM’S FAMILY (FINISH AT 3:30 TO PREPARE FOR CEREMONY)
4:00 PM
CEREMONY (30 MINS)
4:30 PM
FAMILY FORMALS (20 MINS)
4:50 PM
FULL BRIDAL PARTY (10 MINS)
5:00 PM
BRIDE & GROOM PORTRAITS - FINISH 15 MIN BEFORE RECEPTION
*5:30 OR 6 PM RECEPTION BEGINS 8:30 PM
PHOTOGRAPHER END TIME
*PLEASE consider a 1.5 hr Cocktail "Hour" if you're not doing a 1st look to allow time for portraits! ER IN L EIGH WED D INGS
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Investment Peace of mind is HUGE when it comes to your wedding. It should be a given that your photographer has the right equipment and backups for all gear, liability insurance. and even the common decency not to bail on you with no good reason. It should be a given. Unfortunately, all too often it’s not, and hobbyists view it as a way to make some ‘easy’ side cash. I treat Photography by Erin Leigh as the professional business it is, not as a hobby. I take every precaution and believe there is no such thing as “too careful” when it comes to your precious images! This is why I shoot with 2 cameras, both writing onto 2 cards in each, and then back the images up in 2 locations and online at all times. A good photographer is an investment that you will never regret! Collections can be customized because - let’s face it - “one size fits all” never looks good on anyone!
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Reasons: EXPERIENCE. I’ve photographed over 200 weddings, and at the risk of sounding braggy, I’m pretty dang good at it! I know how much time things take for each part of the wedding day. I know my equipment inside and out and am confident that I can create images that I’m proud of in any lighting situation. There is no substitute for hands-on experience, and there are no redo’s on a wedding day!
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EFFICIENCY. I am obsessed with organization & having systems to help things run smoothly. Whether that be the process before the wedding happens, the order that the family photos are taken in, and having a quick turn around time on your images. I am with you for essentially the entire wedding day and will help keep things moving along
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efficiently and smoothly. EASE & FLEXIBILITY. Life happens and gets crazy - especially when planning a wedding! When things change or come up unexpectedly, I simply adjust accordingly & go with it! By preparing ahead, I’ve given us the flexibility to make changes without stress.
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“We are so happy we chose Erin! She was fantastic. She has a sweet personality and really tries to get to know you as a couple so she knows how to work with you best. She kept me calm and collected during my wedding and sent me updates leading up to it. We got so many amazing pictures. Her style is a perfect mix of artsy and classic. You won’t regret choosing her as your photographer!” Patrick & Lindsay
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ALL-INCLUSIVE WEDDING
Collections
My focus is on the connections & emotions throughout the day. My style is clean, elegant & romantic to provide you with images that withstand the test of time. You’ll receive a sneak peek within days, & your full gallery will be completed within 6 weeks. Payment plans available.
Premier
COLLECTION
full day coverage (up to 12 hours) 2 photographers complimentary engagement session 76-page bridal prep guide custom timeline creation professional editing
COLLECTION
8 hours of wedding coverage 2 photographers complimentary engagement session 76-page bridal prep guide custom timeline creation
8 200
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54 00
online gallery w/ printing rights custom usb flash drive of images 12x12 premium custom album 2 duplicate 10x10 parent albums anniversary session $350 print credit
Two online gallery w/ printing rights custom usb flash drive of images 10x10 premium leather album anniversary session $200 print credit
10 hours of coverage 2 photographers complimentary engagement session 76-page bridal prep guide custom timeline creation professional editing
COLLECTION
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professional editing online gallery w/ printing rights 10x10 linen wedding album $100 print credit
A L A C A RT E Additional Wedding Coverage - $300/hour (both photographers) Additional Portrait Session - $425
* 6% PA sales tax will be added. ** Signed contract & $1000 non-refundable retainer fee is required for booking. *** Travel fees may apply to locations outside of 120 miles of 17057. Ask for details.
frequently asked questions 1 . W H AT I S YO U R S T Y L E O F S H O O T I N G ? My portraits are gently styled without feeling overly posed, creating an artistic, effortless elegance. My clients tell me that my approach to weddings makes them, their families, and their friends feel relaxed and calm. I speak up and give plenty of direction when needed, while still allowing moments to unfold and be captured naturally. 2 . W H AT ’ S YO U R E D I T I N G S T Y L E ? Clean and rich colors. I aim for timeless, understated elegance. Trends come and go, and overly stylized images can quickly become dated. I shoot the feeling of each particular wedding day to capture the essence of my couple and process my imagery with a classic, timeless approach as opposed to succumbing to every new industry trend so that my photographs will still hold their power in 25 years. 3 . C A N I S E E A F U L L W E D D I N G S TA RT T O F I N I S H ? Of course you may! I pride myself on the consistency of my work. I understand all photographers post their best shots on their websites so it’s hard to determine how well he or she will perform throughout the entire wedding day. That is why I encourage all of my potential couples to view full weddings from all photographers they meet with to see how well the photographer performs throughout the day. When you see a wedding photographer who claims to be a natural light photographer, be sure to see examples from dark reception rooms that they’ve done! Feel free to ask me to see full galleries! 4 . H OW M A N Y P H O T O S W I L L I R E C E I V E ? Every wedding and shoot is unique, but you can expect to receive an average of 100 photos per hour of coverage (often times more, and a minimum of 50 photos/hour).
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5. WHEN WILL WE GET OUR WEDDING PHOTOS? Turnaround time for engagement photos is approximately 2-3 weeks. For wedding photos, you will receive sneak peeks within days of the wedding, and you can expect your full gallery to be ready in 4-6 weeks. 6 . H OW FA R I N A DVA N C E S H O U L D W E B O O K ? On average, my couples book me 12-15 months before their wedding day, although I also book a lot of weddings that are only a few months out if I’m still available. My calendar does fill up quickly since I only book one wedding per day, and I cannot hold dates, so I recommend locking me in as soon as you can once you have a date and possibly your venue chosen. 7. D O YO U O F F E R V I D E O A L S O ? I provide photography only. I prefer to do the absolute best job I can and provide the highest quality of work for you, and there is no way that I could do that if I were trying to do two things at the same time. I am solely focused at your wedding on capturing beautiful photos that you will preserve in your album and frame on your walls. I would be more than happy to give you referrals of excellent videographers who share a similar mindset. 8 . D O W E H AV E T O O R D E R P R I N T S T H RO U G H YO U ? No way! Once your images are complete and in your online gallery, you receive an email with a pin number to download them. Use them to your heart’s content! I even suggest an online lab that’s good quality if you’re printing yourself! There is a shopping cart built into your gallery for if you or your guests would like me to handle the printing though.
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“ERIN IS SO EASY TO WORK WITH, VERY RESPONSIVE & SUCH A SWEET, GENUINE PERSON. S H E WA S S U C H A HELPFUL, CALMING PRESENCE DURING OUR WEDDING DAY & MADE THE DAY FLOW S E A M L E S S LY. AS QUICKLY A S T H E DAY W E N T B Y, WE COULDN’T BE HAPPIER W E H AV E S U C H E X C E L L E N T, PERFECT PHOTOS TO REFLECT BACK ON TO RELIVE IT.” Charlie & Bridget
booking
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Interested in having me be your photographer? Yay! At your reveal session, after you see your images, you get brownie points if you save me the awkward “so, um... you wanna book me for the wedding?” question and just speak up to let me know! LOL If you know I just HAVE to be your photographer though, you’re welcome to request a contract right away. In order to be officially locked in with me, a signed contract and a $1000 retainer fee to hold your date are required (both of these things can be done online to make it easy for you). I can’t wait to work with you!
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payment SCHEDULE
$1000 non-refundable retainer fee is required to reserve your date (can be split into 2 payments). Retainer fee is deducted from your total cost. Remaining balance is due 2 months prior to the wedding date. (You can make payments at any time leading up to the wedding, as long as it’s paid in full within 2 months of the wedding), and payment plans are available.
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thanks so Much FOR CONSIDERING PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERIN LEIGH TO DOCUMENT YOUR CELEBRATION!
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