Wedding Planning Wedding Photography and Videography 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is a 'shot list' in wedding photography?
- A list of cocktails for the reception
- A predetermined list of photos the couple wants captured (Correct answer)
- A schedule for when the photographer takes breaks
- A log of camera settings used during the event
Correct answer: A predetermined list of photos the couple wants captured
A shot list is a document prepared before the wedding that outlines specific photos the couple wants, ensuring nothing important is missed.
Question 2: What is the 'golden hour' preferred by many wedding photographers?
- The first hour of the reception
- The hour immediately after the ceremony ends
- The period shortly after sunrise or before sunset with warm, soft light (Correct answer)
- The time block reserved for formal family portraits
Correct answer: The period shortly after sunrise or before sunset with warm, soft light
The golden hour refers to the roughly one hour after sunrise or before sunset when natural light is warm, diffused, and especially flattering for photography.
Question 3: What does 'second shooter' mean in wedding photography?
- A backup camera body kept in reserve
- An additional photographer hired to capture multiple angles simultaneously (Correct answer)
- A videographer who also takes still photos
- A photography assistant who edits images on-site
Correct answer: An additional photographer hired to capture multiple angles simultaneously
A second shooter is an additional photographer who works alongside the lead photographer to capture different angles and moments at the same time.
Question 4: What is a 'first look' in wedding photography?
- The photographer's initial preview of the venue
- A private moment where the couple sees each other before the ceremony (Correct answer)
- The first photo taken at the reception
- An engagement session preview shared with family
Correct answer: A private moment where the couple sees each other before the ceremony
A first look is a staged, private moment before the ceremony where the couple sees each other for the first time on the wedding day, allowing for intimate portraits and emotional reactions.
Question 5: How long after the wedding should a couple typically expect to receive their edited photos?
- Same day via USB drive
- Within 24 hours via cloud upload
- Typically 4–8 weeks, depending on the photographer's contract (Correct answer)
- Exactly 1 year, as photographers hold images for copyright reasons
Correct answer: Typically 4–8 weeks, depending on the photographer's contract
Most professional wedding photographers deliver fully edited galleries within 4–8 weeks, though turnaround times vary and should be specified in the contract.
Question 6: What is a 'raw file' in the context of wedding photography?
- An unedited, uncompressed image file directly from the camera sensor (Correct answer)
- A low-resolution preview photo sent to the couple
- A black-and-white version of a color photo
- A video clip exported without color grading
Correct answer: An unedited, uncompressed image file directly from the camera sensor
A raw file is an unprocessed image file that retains all data captured by the camera sensor, giving photographers maximum flexibility during editing.
Wedding Planning Wedding Photography and Videography 1
What is a 'shot list' in wedding photography?