Session V

Length: 90-120 Minutes

Attendees: 12 Max

Times are EST

This session focuses on the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. For the ceremony, the agenda includes a list of do's and don'ts, tips on positioning for full coverage, and suggestions for shooting in different lighting situations. During the cocktail hour, the agenda recommends using a second shooter to capture candid but posed shots of all guests and provides guidance on managing the reception room for decor shots. The reception section of the agenda covers key moments like the couple's entrance and first dance, as well as speeches and the Hora dance. The agenda also emphasizes the importance of reading the room and being aware of group dynamics to capture the best possible shots. Overall, this agenda is a useful guide for wedding photographers who want to ensure they capture all the important moments of the big day.

Course Outline

1. Ceremony - Do’s and don’ts

2. How to ensure all-around coverage

3. Day vs night, outdoor vs indoor coverage

4. How to shoot in bad light

5. Quality vs. quantity

6. Cocktail Hour Dynamics and Coverage

7. Pre-Planning Décor Images

8. Reception Coverage Dynamics

9. BG Entrance / First Dance

10. Hora/post first dance pictures

11. Speeches

12. Reading the room/group dynamic

13. When to use your own lights

14. Understanding Artificial Lighting