BEFORE THE WEDDING
Do I need a photographer or videographer at my wedding?
You don’t necessarily need one, but we believe photos and videos are sentimental reminders that last a lifetime. Feel free to browse our portfolio to see what a photographer or videographer captures on a wedding day.
What should I look for in a wedding photographer or videographer?
Your wedding photography/videography team preserves your memories for a lifetime and works closely with you throughout your wedding. Therefore, it’s important to take your time when choosing a suitable team.
We pride ourselves in our strong teamwork and making our couples feel at ease. Our hard work, passion and experience will hopefully make you choose SoWedding. Our portfolio will give you an idea of what we can do!
When should I book a consultation?
We’re very flexible and happy to accommodate meetings. Simply send us an email and we can schedule a date.
How far in advance should we book?
The sooner the better. We recommend you book right after the proposal!
What does the whole photoshoot decision making process look like?
1. Research – Explore our website to decide what type of shoot you’d like (engagement, save-the-date, etc.), then schedule a meeting with us to discuss ideas, expectations, and budget.
2. Brainstorming – We gather all ideas and develop a clear vision together. Sharing your inspiration at this stage helps create a personalized experience.
3. The Shoot – We take care of everything on the day so you can relax and enjoy the moment.
4. Delivery – We pride ourselves on quick turnaround times. Your edited photos will be delivered through an online gallery once ready.
What makes your wedding photos and videos look so good?
50% is you, the awesome couple; 50% is our experience and teamwork!
What’s the best wedding venue?
Some of our favorite weddings happen in backyards, some in golf courses. Everyone has their own dream wedding in mind. We would be happy to share stories of some of the spots we’ve fallen in love with over the ten years we’ve been shooting here. Send us an email!
Do I need to pay a deposit to reserve my wedding day?
We ask for a 20% non-refundable deposit to book the day (full payment is due a week before the wedding or latest on the wedding day).
Do you shoot outside of Vancouver, BC?
YES WE DO! We love destination weddings. In fact, we’ve done weddings in Ireland, Hawaii, Mexico, Seattle and beyond. Check out our destination wedding portfolio here
VIDEOGRAPHY
What is a Same Day Edit (SDE)?
The SDE is one of our specialties. We produce the SDE from footage of the wedding shot earlier in the day and magic elves work tirelessly to edit it into a song length cinematic highlight video in time for your reception. We love doing SDEs because it’s so rewarding for us when we see everyone’s eyes light up as they watch themselves in a magical highlight reel. The couple also gets the video the same night.
What is the difference between the Cinematic Highlight Video, Feature Edit, Save-the-Date, Ceremony and Reception Edits?
A Cinematic Highlight Video is a 3-5 minute, song length video, much like the Same Day Edit. It’s also a recap of the day, incorporating more of the ceremony and reception speeches if it fits. A Cinematic Highlight Video is usually ready after a month.
Want more? Our Feature Edit is a more thorough, lengthy version of the cinematic highlight video. It is usually 8 to 15 minutes long, depending on the couple’s preference.
Looking to spice up your Save the Date invitations? We have just the thing. A Save the Date video is shot after the proposal and allows you to send a video along with your invitations to showcase how goofy and in love you are!
Looking for full coverage of your ceremony and reception? Our Ceremony and Reception Edit are comprehensive, uncut footage of your ceremony and reception so you won’t miss a thing.
Who chooses the music?
We usually ask couples for song preferences, but we’re also happy to suggest music based on our experience.
WEDDING DAY
How many team members will cover my wedding?
Our standard photography team includes a primary and secondary photographer. Our video team includes a primary and secondary videographer.
What is typically covered on the wedding day?
Preparation, ceremony, photo sessions with loved ones, reception, and any unique moments that make your day special.
How many hours do you usually cover?
We typically cover 8–12 hours, but shorter coverage options are available.
Do you have experience shooting different wedding traditions?
Yes! As a perk of living in Vancouver, we’ve been part of many diverse wedding traditions from around the world. It’s one of our favorite things about living here.
What equipment do you use? Do you have backups?
We use a range of professional DSLRs and always carry backup equipment (1D4, D3s, D800, 5D3, 5D2, L primes, and etc.)
Do we need to provide meals for your team?
Meals are always appreciated, especially for full-day coverage.
AFTER THE WEDDING
Can we get our photos printed?
Yes! We offer premium flush-mount albums and canvas prints made with high-quality materials.
After you approve your album design, printing typically takes 2–3 months.
Will I get to keep all the raw video footage from my wedding day?
Yes. You can provide an external hard drive (500GB or larger), or purchase one directly from us.
How can we pay?
We accept cash, E-Transfer, cheque or bank draft.
