b'Capturing thePhotography tipsCHOOSE A PHOTOGRAPHER LIGHTING AND LOCATIONt Book a professional photographer early. t Lighting is crucial for great photography. Most photographers t Check references, portfolios and prices. prefer natural light when at all possible. When booking venues, t Expect to spend 10-15 percent of your total wedding budget onconsider the natural light available for the ceremony and rooms photography. designated for getting ready.t Find a photographer who meshes best with your personalitiest Time of day matters for the best natural light, a consideration for and vision for the wedding. working photography into the wedding schedule. Noon day t Discuss your photography goals, whether you want a record of the day, traditional poses or artistic concepts.IMPROVE THE ODDS OF GOOD PICSt Provide the photographer with a wedding schedule, shot list and even a helper who can identify the members of the family and others to be in photos.t On the shot list, prioritize what is most important to you.t Keep a clean space in the get-ready areas for photography.t Have all the wedding details assembled and ready for photography: shoes, the dress, special jewelry, garter, gifts toSample photography schedule:your wedding party, mementos, the invitation.45 minutesGetting ready, details photos t Build as much as two hours of time into the wedding schedule30 minutesBride and groom dressed, nal touchesfor portraits and group shots. If doing photography before the1 hourFirst look and bride and groom portraitsceremony, brides will need to be on-site or ready approximately30 minutesWedding Party photosthree hours before the ceremony. 30 minutesFamily portraits'