I can not believe it has been ten years since we met and now we are planning your dream wedding! Know that you are not only hiring a friend to be with you every step of the way in the planning process and long after the wedding, but are hiring a professional in the industry whose emphasis is on curating the most beautiful pieces of art authentic and individualized to your love. Like I said in our Zoom call last night, we create pieces of art from your wedding that will not only proudly hang in your home some day, but people who do not know you would want to hang those images as well.
When hiring Cheryl Cole Photography, you are hiring the whole package. My partner and I work harmoniously in order to capture the smoothest of wedding days and create a cohesive gallery. With countless weddings under our belt together, know that when you hire us, you are actually hiring two professional photographers! I always tell my clients,
“We are the first ones to arrive on the wedding day, and the last to leave the dance floor at night.”
I live and breathe weddings so I am here for you as a wealth of knowledge every step of the way. Upon booking, I want to be your point person with all things wedding: mood boards, venue scouting, colors, creating a timeline of events for the day, coordinating with other vendors, even venting about family members, in order to best serve you. And in your case Maggie, we can grab a coffee at any time to chat about all things weddings! When you book with me, you become one of my "people". You can hit me up for everything and all things weddings.
My partner, Will, has even become the unofficial master of ceremony rehearsals. If you need to know how to time walking down an aisle, he is your man. I am very selective with the number of weddings we photograph each year in order to offer this, and with my past couples, it has made all the difference! Once the wedding weekend has arrived, there are no surprises, miscommunications and my couples can just soak in the joy of getting married.
If this all sounds like a dream to you, let’s make it a reality! Scroll down to see your custom collections. I have provided my White Collection, which is base wedding day coverage as well as one of my most recent destination packages so that you can see what else can be offered if you desire it! All collections can be customized as well so feel free to reach out with any requests. Also, make sure to read through the whole collection, because I added a small gift for you just because I adore you so much!
With all my love,
Cheryl
“Cheryl is a brilliant photographer. This paired with her innate ability to make everyone around her feel special and comfortable produces beautiful moments again and again. One of my favorite parts of her photos is that I was able to see myself in a way I’ve never even seen before: comfortable and confident in front of a camera.”
"I was able to see myself in a Way I've never even seen before"
Cheryl was not afraid to get right in the water with us and do whatever it took to get the perfect shot. Watching her walk chest deep into the water with her camera and get under a waterfall just showed us how far she is willing to go for her clients.
Being photographed by Cheryl is an absolute dream. As someone who hates being in front of the camera, Cheryl makes every bit of that fall away and you can't help but feel beautiful.
She is your biggest hype woman and no matter what, her contagious enthusiasm does not waver.
Working with Cheryl is like working with one of your best friends. She works to get to know you so she can make you feel as comfortable and relaxed as possible while still capturing. your personality in every shot."
"OUR SESSION WITH CHERYL COULD NOT HAVE GONE BETTER.
full day of hybrid wedding photography coverage (10+ hours)
newlywed session (in lieu of an engagement session)
rehearsal ceremony walk through
flat lay detail photography
3 meetings prior to wedding day
partner photographer
online gallery with unlimited downloads of high resolution files
full print rights
crystal USB of entire gallery
*My gift to you, a 12x12 custom wedding album
5800
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*sales tax included on invoice
**travel included in package price
multi day hybrid wedding photography coverage
newlywed session
rehearsal ceremony walk through and photography coverage
flat lay detail photography
3 meetings prior to wedding day
partner photographer
online gallery with unlimited downloads of high resolution files
full print rights
crystal USB of entire gallery
2 8x8 custom parent albums
* my gift to you: 12x12 custom wedding album & a 250 credit to my print shop
8450
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*sales tax included on invoice
**travel included in package price
You can look at a picture for a week and never think of it again. You can also look at a picture for a second and think of it all your life.
JOAN MIRO
"cheryl & Will are so incredibly talented! they captured every emotion"
Lauren & Ethan
"We couldn't have asked for a better photographer"
-maria & francesco
Q: What sets you apart from other photographers?
A: I have years of photography under my belt. Prior to launching my company, I spent years second shooting for brilliant photographers all over the country in order to learn from the best. I only shoot top of the line equipment (as well as my second shooter, who is a professional in his own right) and am comfortable in any and all lighting situations.
On top of that, you get full access to me! I have a very hands on approach to each of my clients. I am your ultimate hype woman, who genuinely loves wedding photography which means, I live, sleep and breathe wedding photography, so even though I am "just" the photographer, I can help you with any questions you may have about planning your wedding or styling your wedding. This is especially ideal for those who may not be familiar with New Orleans or who are overwhelmed with planning a destination wedding.
The last thing that makes me unique (and I go into more detail on my website) is my love of film photography. What sets apart normal wedding photographers from the highest tier photographer is our love of film. Photographers who make the investment monetarily and in their time to learn film understand not just the elements of taking a picture but the knowledge of composition, use of light, setting up a scene, letting a scene breathe and so much more. Instead of just rapidly clicking away, we are creating custom pieces of art for you to enjoy for generations to come.
Q: Will we get the print release to our photos after our wedding?
A: Yes! Upon receiving your images, you will also get a full print release.
Q: How many photographers will be there at our wedding?
A: My partner, Will & I, will be the two exclusive photographers at the wedding. A third shooter can be included upon request/cost.
Q: What does "multi day wedding coverage" cover?
A: This is a classic option for destination weddings where there are a lot of people traveling in for the event! This covers welcome party, rehearsal dinner, wedding day and day after events that may be offered for guests. Also throughout these days any individual portrait sessions that are desired are included, bridal session, boudoir session, parent portrait sessions, generational portrait sessions, you name it. I offer this because it helps tell the story of the entire wedding celebration instead just the day of.
Q: Will my photos be posted publicly on your site or social media?
A: I respect the privacy of each of my clients. I will ask each of them if it is okay to blog or post or submit their shoot to a publication and have them sign a waver. It does not bother me at all if they would prefer to keep their images private.
Q: Will you Photoshop my images to hide any unwanted spots, wrinkles, etc?
A: This is my favorite. I manually edit each and every one of your images in a way that will make you look your best, but no one will ever be able to tell you were photoshopped. During one of our first meetings, I ask "What are you self-conscious of?" I take that information and cater your posing and editing to that so you feel your most beautiful
Q: Do you have a list of preferred vendors to use?
A: Depending on the city we are working in, yes I have a list of preferred vendors, but I love making connections and working with new people! If you need recommendations, I am here to help! Also I am able to formulate a list of questions for you to ask other vendors.
Q: Your A La Carte section seems like a dream, but it is just not in my budget! What should I do?
A: I include this section because of a past client who wanted to celebrate their wedding long before and long after their wedding day with photographs. She actually added a fund on her wedding registry website in order for friends and family to gift money towards a Bridal Session, Boudoir Session (though she reworded it), Rehearsal Dinner Coverage (mother of the groom) and gifting wedding albums. I have also had bridesmaids reach out about paying for a custom "bridesmaid" album and bachelorette party coverage.
Q: Do I have to order prints through you?
A: You do not have to, but I highly recommend using professional print shops through me to print your photographs. This ensures the highest quality product. I offer after the wedding, a discount for going through me with my chosen vendors to help keep the price down. Wedding photographers have accounts with print shops that are exclusive to professionals in the industry we go through in order to ensure our photographs are represented correctly.
Q: What equipment do you use?
A: Exclusively Canon mirrorless, red ring glass, 5d Mark 4s and Hasselblad vintage 500 cm cameras. My partner and I shoot dual cameras at all times giving the largest variety of art for your galleries and seamless transitions into various environments.
Q: Do you photograph destination weddings?
A: Yes! I have gotten to the point this past year where I photograph more weddings across the country instead of in the south, but I have a soft spot for my home in Jackson, MS and New Orleans. Now that boarders are reopening I am including outside of the United States. For 2022, I will be shooting in Lake Como, Scotland, Mexico and all over the United States.
Q: How do we reserve our wedding date?
A: A 30% nonrefundable deposit & signed contract is required in order to get your wedding on the calendar and hold the date. The next installment is at the half way point, and then the remaining balance is paid 2 weeks prior to the wedding date.
Brittany if you have any questions at all, you know how to reach out! Or if your parents have any questions, please share my contact information and I would love to chat with them. Once we have finalized a collection and price I will send over the invoice. Your contract will be sent over within the next ten minutes. I look forward to hearing from you and am beyond thrilled to potentially be capturing your special time!
Sincerely,
Cheryl