HOT TOPIC Wedding worries Our experts solve your problems GRAND DESIGNS I want to preserve my big-day flowers; how could I display them around the house? There are many different ways to display your preservation pieces around your home. Let’s chat frames first; a lot of bride and grooms have displayed their flowers amongst their wedding photos on a wall within their homes. Pictured is Mr and Mrs Hayward’s wedding wall, displaying their flowers preserved in a frame amongst their wedding photos. Whether you opt for a bouquet frame or a date frame, they would both look great as part of a keepsake display. When it comes to resin, the best way to display a block would be next to a photo, ornament or a vase of fresh flowers. Some couples like to place theirs on a side table next to a lamp so it’s always in the spotlight. There are also functional resin options, such as coasters, ring holders and clocks, these can be displayed beautifully around your home and used daily. Emma Cross www.encapsulatedmemories.com A MOMENT IN TIME What questions should we ask a photographer before booking? Your photographer will probably cover most of the information, however, don’t be afraid to ask questions to relieve any concerns you might have. Write a list of everything that you want to ask to ensure you don’t forget anything. Here are some questions to consider asking: How long have you been a wedding photographer for, and can we see some galleries of your recent weddings? It’s good to know how much experience a photographer has and a feel for their style. If you don’t like their approach, you aren’t going to want to book them. Will you be shooting my wedding yourself? You don’t want to make a connection with a photographer only to have a stranger turn up on your wedding day. Some photographers work in teams and may be shooting multiple weddings on the same day. What’s included in your packages, and are the images available copyright free? Be sure you know what is included in each package before you commit, and choose which suits you best. Do you want unlimited images that you can use on social media and for printing? Be clear about what you want from your package, and confirm everything so you don’t have any extra costs later. Don’t forget to ask yourself some questions, such as do you feel a positive connection with this photographer and their work? Are you confident in this photographer, and do you trust them to photograph the happiest day of your life? If you’re going away from meeting a photographer with worries, you may need to get back in touch and ask more questions. Alternatively, it may be worth speaking with another supplier and go with your gut feeling. If you love their work and feel confident, then get them booked up before someone steals your date! Amy Maynard www.aj-photography.org www.aj-photography.org Photo taken by Mrs Hayward. Wedding images from www.bullandarcher.com EXPERT ADVICE 57
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