Dear Adi & Aaron,
YOU’RE GETTING MARRIED?!?!?!?!? <3333
Thank you so so so much for reaching out and also for chatting on the phone! I sincerely loved talking to you guys and immediately felt so comfortable and stoked to talk with you both! I am so glad you guys found each other and are getting freakin HITCHED because you guys are such a magical match— from our brief call, I can already tell you’re both grounded, down-to-earth, adventurous, FUNNNN, wholehearted, and are so so so connected to your rich community. (I relate so hardcore to your first draft idea of having a friends-only elopement! BUT I think plan B rocks too!!!!) Wedding planning is such a special, personal, and fun season. The two of you share a really special and close relationship and it’s obvious you’re planning a lively and magical day to represent both your love and the love you share for your people. Of course, you want the day to be captured naturally, authentically, and beautifully... without fuss or awkwardness or too much formality.
That’s where I come in!
I am beyond honored that you have chosen me to document your magic. I am seriously so tickled. This is not a template these are my real words hahah! Here’s what you can expect from me on your big day & the days leading up to it
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Expect to feel comfortable and like yourself in front of the camera:
“Nadine was a dream to work with! From the start, she gave us peace of mind and confidence that every moment was going to be perfectly shot. For being people that are camera shy, her personality helped both my husband and I feel comfortable and excited to be in front of the camera. Nadine also really connects with you and makes you feel as though you have been friends for a very long time which is truly such an amazing quality.”
- May & Logan 2022
Your chiiiiilllll wedding day @ 1800 El Pomar in Templeton
You two are fun, adventurous, authentic, and IN LOVE. You also love nature, great food, the Central Coast, and YOUR PEOPLE. Your day will reflect that. I love that you’ve planned an easy-going, special, and personal day to celebrate your love together and your sweet future. I CANNOT get over your attitude and approach to the day. I love how you are committed to doing things in a way that is authentic to you two and not just following the arbitrary script society seems to have written for weddings. As a semi-reluctant wedding industry gal, it’s seriously so refreshing and exciting to hear your plans an hopes for an actually enjoyable, personal day. (Don’t get me wrong, I loveeee what I do and am lucky to work with the people I do choose to work with!!!!) I’m stoked and honored to be a part of this beautiful story and ready to capture your day in a sincere, candid, warm, timeless, and natural way.
I am ready to partner with you guys as your pal / cheerleader / photographer; helping you feel totally natural & cute, authentically capturing the magic that’s already there, and creating warm & joyful photos that truly reflect your day. I envision us having a fun, lighthearted time and me unobtrusively creating a space for you two to just fully soak each other in as you get ready, hang with friends, say your vows, and enjoy the day together. Thank you for sharing your vision & time with me and considering me to spend this day with you. Keep reading for details.
Your Wedding Package
Base Package
Consultations: finalizing timeline, formal shotlist (friends + family), expectations, hopes & dreams (2-3 formal consultations and unlimited texting)
30-120-min Engagement Session (kind of depends on what your vision is and what we end up doing together)
Day of: 7 hours of photo coverage
Day of: no second shooter (option to add on for $50/hour)
Unlimited film + digital images captured
Option to add on Super 8 coverage (unedited footage for $500 or edited short film for $1000)
All images artfully and intentionally edited / polished in a timeless, fresh, cheerful style
Sneak peek of gallery within 48 hours
All edited images delivered via full-res downloadable gallery within 8 weeks of your wedding (there will be hundreds of great photos, about 100 per hour give or take 50)
Images will additionally be delivered on a keepsake, custom USB drive
$3,900 (typically $4,500) (for 6 hours)
What to Expect from Nadine
Before your wedding:
Making it personal — I am invested in you and am excited to get to know you throughout your engagement season through texts, calls, coffee… whatever feels right! <3. I want to enter into your world.
Documenting this season — A complimentary engagement session
Professional Expert Knowledge: I can support you with your timeline, styling, and assisted planning through our consults
Basically: My goal is to get to know you so that on your wedding day, you are perfectly comfortable and excited to be in front of the camera— ready to be yourself and enjoy your day. Your wedding is a huge deal and as the vendor who spends the most time with you, your photographer needs to be someone who can cheer you on, know your needs, and bring a peaceful presence.
On your best day ever:
One-Two professional, poised, confident photographers (myself and a wonderful 2nd shooter)
Unlimited 35mm & 120mm film and digital photos captured (why would I put a limit on your magic?)
Option to add-on dreamy & nostaligic Super 8 footage + video
Photographing both the formal and the candid moments to best tell your original story
Creating intentional space for you to enjoy your day
Cheering you on and reminding you how amazing you are
Reminders of mindfulness and breathing to keep you present on your big day (it’s SO EASY to get swept up in the day and forget to slow down and enjoy)
I provide an “easygoing, grounded, happy” presence (a quote from a Mother of the Bride BTW! I AM VERY PROUD OF THAT)
Collaborating with your amazing vendors with professionalism and proficiency to respect your timeline & carry out your vision
Afterwards:
Sneak peek the day or two after your wedding — so you don’t have to wait to share the beauty of the day with your people
All photos delivered within 8 weeks via high-res, downloadable gallery without watermarks. You own all photos forever and have full printing and sharing rights.
Hundreds of print-worthy photos that authentically & beautifully tell your story (with an emphasis on the candid, connected, tender moments)
A custom engraved USB drive containing all images
Being best friends forever?????
