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What are you actually paying a wedding photographer to do? So much more than just taking photos of your walk down the aisle! Here’s all that’s involved in preparing for and capturing a wedding.

Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and hiring wedding vendors to bring your day to life is a large part of the planning process. You may have heard or read somewhere to verify your vendors are insured, but it’s easy to assume that your happy, smiling florist, photographer, or baker has insurance. Verifying that your vendors are legit, insured, and tax-paying businesses is a small step to avoid potential catastrophe down the road.

Group wedding photos can be a challenge. The goal is to get them taken as quickly as possible so that your guests don’t have to sit at the reception waiting for you to arrive. While there are a lot of variables that can create chaos, there are certainly some things you can do to expedite the family portrait process.

The best bridesmaid gifts are useful on your big day and beyond. Give your best friends something they can hang on to and that will always remind them of the friendship you share and your awesome wedding day. You don’t have to give every bridesmaid the same item! If each lady has different interests and personalities, give each one a different gift that they will most enjoy.

While having a sit-down dinner at your wedding reception is traditional, you definitely don’t have to go that route! Some couples prefer a more informal dining experience, while others just want to keep their guests entertained and ensure everyone has a good time. No matter your goals for your reception, here are a few alternatives to the traditional sit-down wedding meal.

Do not make the mistake of hiring a friend/ family member. If you have a close friend or family member who is just getting into photography or has a professional camera, it can be tempting to accept their offer to shoot your wedding day for free (or much cheaper than a professional photographer would). But letting a non-professional photograph your wedding can result in low-quality or even terrible images, meaning you end up with no good photos of one of the most important days of your life.

Most people don’t enjoy public speaking, and one of the things you may be most nervous about on your wedding day is giving a groom’s speech. You want to express your joy and gratitude, but you don’t want to bore everyone to tears. Have no fear! QC Wed Me has put together some tips to help you write a groom’s speech that everyone will remember with a smile.