**Crystal, We're in Love with Your Work! What's the Next Step?**


First off, thank you so much for your kind words! We're absolutely thrilled that you're excited about booking with us. Here's what’s in store for you as we move forward:


**Reserving Your Date:** Once you’ve made the decision that you’re ready to book, you’ll sign your contract electronically and pay a non-refundable retainer. To help us get started, I’ll need some basic information from you, such as your names, address, phone numbers, wedding locations, etc. We’ll also need your package selection, as well as the start and end times for wedding day coverage. Don’t worry if you’re unsure about some details at this stage—it’s totally fine! If you don’t know the exact times or package, we can help you figure that out as the day gets closer. If you're uncertain about which package is the best fit, I recommend starting with the smallest package, which is 6 hours of coverage. This way, your date is locked in, and you can always upgrade your hours later if you'd like. If you’re still unsure about the timing of your wedding day (which is often the case a year out in the planning process), an estimated start and end time is perfectly fine for now.


**Payment Process and Payment Plans:** In order to reserve your date with us, a 50% non-refundable retainer is due at the time of booking. The remaining 50% balance is due one month prior to your wedding date. We understand that wedding planning can be a big financial commitment, and we're all about flexibility. If a payment plan suits you better, we’ve got you covered. Let us know your budget and how you'd like to approach payments, and we’ll tailor a plan that works seamlessly for you. We want to make sure the process is stress-free so you can focus on the joy and excitement of your big day.


**Communication is Key:** Your journey with us is as unique as your love story, and we want to make it as smooth as possible. If you're looking for a specific payment plan or need to work within a particular budget, just speak up! We're here to collaborate and ensure your experience is as wonderful as your day will be. We value open communication and will always be ready to adjust to meet your needs.


**Wedding Detail Worksheet:** 1-2 months prior to your wedding date, I will send you a link to a form that you can fill out online. This form will ask for various pieces of information about your event that are extremely important and helpful to me. By this time, you’ll hopefully have most of your details and timing nailed down. While you don't need to finish the form the exact same day I send it, it is **extremely important** that you fill it out and send it back to us in a timely manner. I understand wedding planning can be stressful, but a wedding day without your information is just as stressful for me, and not something I want to walk into! The form will help me understand the ins and outs of your wedding day—your family list, things that are important to you, or things that aren't. I can't read minds, lol.


**Final Check-in:** Once you’ve filled out your packet and it's complete, I will schedule a 20-minute call with you, typically about two weeks before the wedding. During this call, we'll go over everything—confirm my start time and location are correct, and discuss any last-minute details I should be aware of. This helps ensure everything is set for your big day!


**We're Here for You:** Your celebration is as important to us as it is to you, and we are dedicated to making your day even more magical. From the first consultation to the final images, we will be with you every step of the way. We can't wait to capture your precious moments and bring your vision to life.


Let’s create something truly magical together!