Feed Me, Seymour!
Sometimes people ask me if they should count their photographer as part of the meal plan. ABSOLUTELY! A fed photographer is a happy photographer, and feeding your photographer will make your wedding day smoother.A wedding typically lasts 10 to 12 hours. If we take getting ready photos and are there all day, we try to eat a big breakfast before we get there, but that only lasts so long. Wedding photographers are often running around like crazy all day trying to cover the whole wedding, and don’t have time to snack or take a break. We’ve literally been known to run to the bathroom to cram down a sandwich or pretzels that we packed in three minutes and then get back to it. All that said, it is important that your photographer gets a small break to eat during the day. This is preferably done during the reception when everyone else is eating. This works out better for everyone, because no one wants to have photos of themselves eating.We do prefer if you provide a meal for us so we don’t have to leave and find a local food place, or worry about spoiled food that’s been sitting in the car all day. Most weddings arrange for the photographer to eat what everyone else is eating. This is ideal because it also gives us a plate to photograph for your album. Some wedding venues provide vendor meals, so it may be worth asking about those.Finally, it is important to feed your photographer because it is hard to stay creative on an empty stomach. Think about if you didn’t get a lunch break at work – it makes it hard to focus the rest of the day because you’re so hungry. It is also very embarrassing for the photographer when they pass out during a reception. Feeding your photographer is an investment in better wedding photographs.Please let us know arrangements ahead of time so we know the plan. Thank you!Ready to plan your big day? I'm with you every step of the way, but I need to know you're looking. Drop me a line today and let's chat!
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FAQ: Should You Feed Your Wedding Photographer?
Q: Should I include my photographer in the meal count? A: Absolutely! A fed photographer is a happy photographer. Weddings typically last 10-12 hours, and providing a meal ensures your photographer stays energized and creative throughout your entire day.
Q: When is the best time for my photographer to eat? A: The ideal time is during the reception when everyone else is eating. This works out perfectly because no one wants photos of themselves eating anyway, and it gives your photographer a much-needed break.
Q: What kind of meal should I provide for my photographer? A: Most couples arrange for the photographer to eat the same meal as guests, which is ideal. Some venues also offer vendor meals, so it's worth asking about those options. Providing a meal on-site is better than having your photographer leave to find food or eat something that's been sitting in a hot car.
Q: Why is feeding my photographer important for my photos? A: It's hard to stay creative on an empty stomach. Just like you'd struggle to focus at work without a lunch break, a hungry photographer may have difficulty maintaining their creative energy. Feeding your photographer is an investment in better wedding photographs.
Q: Should I let my photographer know the meal plan ahead of time? A: Yes! Please communicate the meal arrangements in advance so your photographer knows the plan and can prepare accordingly. This helps ensure the day runs smoothly for everyone.
