Well the wedding season has started and some photographers have already been busy. Me? my 1st wedding is on 23rd May so I am officially in ramp-up phase. Wedding information sheets have been issued and returned to ensure I have all the correct details, wedding party names, numbers, special guests etc. I do like to ensure I can speak to the best man, bridesmaids and parents using their first names as it makes everyone more friendly and relaxed - and that makes better photographs. The wedding photography plan is generated from the wedding information sheet and I have issued it to the bride and groom and the wedding planner (if applicable) so all are aware of what I am planning for the day. I like to avoid surprises so for me planning ahead is so important and also I need to delight the client so I need to know and agree what shots they expect and equally don't want. Lets hope everything happens as planned but if things change, so be it, I will be ready camera in hand.