1.

Get to know your bride and groom.

2.

Scout your location if pictures do not suffice.

3.

Set expectations for the couple.

4.

Always have two cameras

5.

Create a shot list and make sure your assistant has it available at all times.

6.

Don't forget the accessories on wedding day!

7.

Check your camera settings before you start shooting

Kyara Lombre

Owner & Author

Lead Photographer and Videographer for Lab House Studios, LLC. Screenwriter and active member of  Women in Film, Washington, DC Chapter. Visit my full  bio here

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Brittany Johnson

Filmmaker & Writer

University of Maryland Graduate student studying journalism and documentary film making. Writing stories that help feed imaginations.