All Wedding Packages also include:

Now that we know what is included in each wedding package, let's talk more in depth about which one would be the best fit for you!

Why a second photographer on you wedding day can save you *TIME*

Wedding professionals all know how beneficial it is to have a second photographer with you on the wedding day. It is similar to any other professional position having an assistant or second hand to help you - it greatly helps with time. If you are a bride or groom who is currently planning a wedding, you may have come to the realization that TIME is the most valuable asset of a wedding day - there just doesn't seem to be enough of it for all the fun things you want to do with your special day!

Here are some examples of how having two photographers can greatly save time on a wedding day:

When there are two wedding photographers, the lead photographer (me) gets to stay with one partner during the getting ready portion of the day, while the 2nd photographer gets to stay with the other partner. This ensures we don't miss any special moments. (The alternative: If I was the only photographer, I would have to capture one partner's getting ready photos, then run or drive over to the other's location to get theirs. But what if a sweet, candid moment happens after I leave, or if there's not enough time in the timeline to get both done thoroughly?)

Similarly, when one photographer captures the bride's and bridesmaid portraits, the other photographer can capture the groom's and groomsmen portraits. We love efficiency over here!

Why is more coverage important?

It's pretty clear how having a second photographer would result in more photo coverage of the wedding day overall, but why does that matter you ask? A specific example I like to cite is the moment of the bride walking down the aisle. Everyone wants a photograph of this special moment of course, but they ALSO want a photograph of the groom's reaction to the bride walking down the aisle! Since this moment happens simultaneously, it can be tricky to capture both well. If there are two photographers, one can solely focus on the bride while the other solely focuses on the groom. This applies to many more moments too, such as one photographer focusing on the bride during the bouquet toss, while the other focuses on the guests.

It is also common for the two photographers to coordinate what lenses they use for times like the ceremony or toasts, so that one photographer can be on a zoom lens and get close up shots, while the other can get wide shots of the same moment.

A final example I'll give in regards to wedding day coverage is about cocktail hour (the hour following your wedding ceremony). It may not be the most important moment of the day, but people typically still want photos of the appetizers they spent a lot of money on being served, the custom drinks they picked out, and their guests enjoying it all! The problem is that cocktail hour is typically when we take your family portraits and couples portraits, especially if you opted to not do a first look earlier in the day. When it is just me photographing these portraits, I'm therefore unable to get those cute cocktail hour candids.

Overall, two photographers can work together to get different angles, perspectives, and overall more coverage of your big day!

A 2nd photographer can be a lifesaver in the case of an emergency

I know we don't even want to think about it, but it's good to have a backup plan ready in case of an emergency! At the end of the day, cameras and photography equipment are machines that are capable of breaking or malfunctioning. That is why I always bring two cameras with me on a wedding day. But even still, having a second photographer being present and having all their equipment with them can be a lifesaver in the case of an emergency such as a camera malfunctioning, battery dying, SD card failing, and more. I want to emphasize that it has never happened to me before, but you can never be too careful!

More photos taken = more edited photos returned!

It's pretty simple - with all the extra coverage that comes from a second photographer being present during your wedding day, it is a no brainer that you'll receive more edited photos in return. And that's what wedding photography is all about at the end of the day - giving clients those professionally edited photographs of their wedding that they'll treasure for the rest of their lives. Specifically looking at my wedding package options, you'll see that I deliver 500 more edited photos with the Diamond Package vs. the Gold Package.

From Getting Ready to Reception

Nearly every bride or groom that inquires with me wants full wedding day coverage. This makes perfect sense, as you spend so long planning and so much paying for all the little details of the day from your jewelry to your DJ; Of course you'll want it captured to remember forever! Some of the sweetest moments happen during the getting ready stage, like when your mom or maid of honor buttons up your dress. And some of the most FUN moments happen at the end of the night, when all the stress of planning is over and you're finally able to let loose and party with your loved ones! That's why with the Gold Package I offer 8-10 hours of coverage to not miss any moment. Heck, I'll be your personal alarm clock in the morning and tuck you in bed at night.

The Gold and Diamond Packages come with a complimentary 1 hour engagement session, OR choice of one add on below!

To reiterate, you're welcome to add as many of the above options as you'd like to your wedding package. But with the Diamond and Gold Packages, you can opt for either a complimentary 1 hour engagement session, or one of the above add ons for FREE!

If you've already had your engagement photos taken, no worries! That's why I've included these options to add as much value to your wedding package as possible. You could choose between 1 hour of coverage of your rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, or bachelor/bachelorette party, or a 1 hour bridal or newlywed session.

The Silver Package might be a good fit for you if:

my final thoughts

To Summarize -

Overall I strongly believe the Diamond Package gives you the most value. Having two wedding photographers present will greatly help the timeline of the day, give you more coverage, safety, and subsequently more edited photos returned! However, one talented wedding photographer can get the job done of capturing everything you need to have full coverage of the day, and the Gold Package allows for just that. Plus, the Diamond and Gold Packages come with a complimentary 1 hour engagement session, or choice of a similar-valued add on instead, such as 1 hour of rehearsal dinner coverage. If you simply don't have the budget or necessity for full wedding day coverage, the Silver Package might be the best fit for you. However you choose to tie the knot, know that Jennifer Hoehn Photography can accommodate you.