ABP WEDDING GUIDE
Welcome!
Thanks for considering Me to document your beautiful day.
creating artful imagery you can feel
elegant, true to color, storytelling imagery
Hi, I’m Abby! I have photographed dozens and dozens of weddings as the lead photographer since I started this business in 2018. I’ve always loved the wedding industry whether that be through the planning aspect, decor, details, and florals, or photography and storytelling. With me, you’re in good hands! I have seen firsthand how rushed wedding days can feel, and how stressful it can be when you’re putting them all together and in a mad dash to find good vendors you can trust. With me as your photographer, whether you just need a friend, some advice from someone who works in the industry, or a vendor recommendation, I’m here to help in any way I can.
My first and foremost goal is to ensure that you have the absolute BEST wedding day and that your photos reflect that! I do not want the planning and taking of the photos to add stress to your plate, but to elevate the experience of getting married to your best friend. I want to create an environment where the two of you can be yourselves, and where the time for photos on your wedding day can maybe even feel like a little escape where you just get to be with each other, laughing, celebrating, and taking it all in.
I typically shoot a mixture of documentary style and carefully curated, posed imagery. The last thing you want on your wedding day is to feel like everything was rushed and planned down to the minute. So for some parts of the day, I will be less involved, allowing you to slow down and enjoy the moment while I capture the beautiful, intimate, and unposed moments that happen naturally. I do, however, adore having time set aside for posed portraits. When we build your timeline, we will customize it to suit your specific wishes. During the time set aside for posed portraits, my approach is to create a space my clients feel comfortable in and can be themselves in. You can expect me to use a mixture of silly prompts and poses to help my clients and their wedding parties loosen up and have fun. I don’t want the time set aside for photos to take away from the joyous, unforgettable memories of the day—I want it to be part of them.
THE i n v e s t m e n t
Starting at $3,000…
Each of my wedding packages include timeline building assistance, all high-resolution edits, an online gallery with a shareable link, a print release, and sneak peeks delivered within 72 hours.
Diamond- 10 hr
For the couples who may have a large wedding party, or are switching locations on their wedding day, but still want a stress free day, this package is perfect. The “Diamond” typically allows for coverage from getting ready until send-off. Ten hours and a second shooter allows for all of those special moments to be captured without rushing. This package really gives my couples time to slow down and enjoy each other’s company, all while getting the most incredible posed and candid moments of the day. With this amount of time to dedicate toward your photos, the imagery I create will more naturally radiate true feeling and artistic design.
$4,800
10 hours of wedding coverage
2 photographers
1,200+ high resolution digital images
sneak peek within 72 hours
online gallery
complimentary 60 minute engagement session
timeline building
print release
phone consultations as needed
A custom USB + twenty five 4x6 prints
wedding album
Sapphire- 8 hr
For the couples who want a relaxing day, with coverage from the tail end of “getting ready” until open dancing at the reception, the “Sapphire” is perfect, and my most popular. This package is ideal for weddings happening at one single location. This package gives my couples time to take it slow and enjoy each other’s company, all while getting the most incredible posed and candid moments of the day. At least 8 hours is recommended for weddings with large wedding parties, so if that’s you, this may be your package!
$3,700
8 hours of wedding coverage
2 photographers
800+ high resolution digital images
sneak peek within 72 hours
online gallery
complimentary 30 minute engagement session
timeline building
print release
phone consultations as needed
A custom USB + ten 4x6 prints
Emerald- 6 hr
For smaller weddings, I recommend the “Emerald.” This package is ideal for couples who do not want many “getting ready photos” or detail shots, or who have a small wedding party (total of 6 or less). This package is for weddings happening at one single location. With this package, my main focus is on the couple. To avoid stress and rushing, this package either limits reception coverage or “getting ready” coverage. If you have a small wedding party and want the main photography focus of the day to be on you and your honey, the wedding party, ceremony, and family photos, this package may be best for you!
$3,000
6 hours of wedding coverage
1 photographer
500+ high resolution digital images
sneak peek within 72 hours
online gallery
50% off an engagement session
timeline building
print release
phone consultations as needed
If you don’t see a package that suits your needs, don’t hesitate to reach out. We can build a package that has just the right amount of coverage for your day!
add ons…
wedding album - starting at $300
USB | loaded and shipped - $30
print packages and products
custom USB box with foil embossing - $60
second photographer - $75/hour (must be added on for a minimum of 6 hours)
Travel fees may apply to wedding locations outside of a 90 mile radius, and engagement session locations outside of a 30 mile radius.
MICRO WEDDINGS + ELOPEMENTS
micro-weddings and elopements…
starting at $750 per hour
no wedding party
under 3 hours of coverage
no reception coverage
50 guests or less
photography focused solely on capturing the bride + groom, family, and the ceremony
If this sounds like your wedding day, this is the package for you!
ABIGAIL BRIER PHOTOGRAPHY
THE PROCESS
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1. INQUIRE
Fill out a contact form with as much detail as possible, and find out if I am available on your date.
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2. CONSULTATION CALL
Let’s move forward with a phone call to discuss wedding day details, packages, and go over any questions you may have. We will get to know each other and make sure I am a good match for your photography dreams!
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3. BOOK with a retainer and a contract
YAY! You have found your photographer, and I am SO excited to work with you. There is a 30% retainer fee and a contract due to book.
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4. Plan + Shoot your engagement session
If your package includes an engagement session, let’s start planning! We will pick a date, and location, and then style it to tell YOUR story beautifully. We’ll shoot, and you’ll recieve all edited images within 2 weeks of your session.
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5. Wedding Day Timeline
About 6 months out from your wedding day, I recommend scheduling a timeline call. We will custom build a wedding photography timeline together that suits your needs and keeps the day organized so you don’t have to stress!
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6. One month out
One final phone call, if needed. We make sure nothing on the timeline has changed, and that we are all on the same page. At this time, I will also collect a family photo list to keep that part of the day as stress free as possible. The final payment is due at this time.
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7. THE WEDDING DAY
We’ve prepared, and it’s FINALLY here! Enjoy your special day while I tell your story through timeless and elegant imagery.
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8. GALLERY DELIVERY
You will receive a sneak peek within 72 hours of wedding day highlights. I will continue editing your gallery of hundreds of beautiful photographs and they will be delivered via online gallery within 6 to 8 weeks of the wedding day.
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9. PRINTS
Don’t forget to print your photos! Seeing your images in physical form is an entirely different experience than seeing them through a screen. For professional prints, I recommend printing through the print lab connected to your gallery. This lab is easy to use, and helps you avoid the hassle of having to upload your images to a new site. If your wedding package includes prints, at this time I will have you favorite the images you’d like printed so I can include them in your USB box.
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10. Album design + Delivery
If your package includes a layflat photo album, we will start designing it now. I’ll have you start by selecting 50 images that you would like included in your album. Next, you’ll choose a cover design, color, and material. I will then begin designing your album. I will send up to two proofs for your approval before I order and ship!
READY TO BOOK?
I can’t wait to meet you! Fill out my contact form with as much detail as possible, and let’s get to chatting about your special day!
frequently asked questions...
What is your booking process?
To book your wedding date with me, fill out a contact form under the “contact me” tab on my website. I will then let you know through email if I am available on your date, and if so we will move forward with any questions you may have, and talk about which package would be best for you. I do like to set up phone calls prior to booking so we can all get to know each other and make sure we are a good fit. Once you are ready to book, a 30% retainer fee + signed contract is due within two weeks of your inquiry to secure your date. After the two weeks with no signed contract or retainer fee, your date will become available for others to book.
When and how do I pay?
Payments are made through my invoicing system and can be paid with a card. I will send all invoices through email. A 30% non-refundable retainer fee is due within 2 weeks of your inquiry to secure your date. The remaining 70% of your package cost is due one month prior to the wedding date.
Can I pay for additional coverage?
You may pay for additional coverage if you decide you need it. Each additional hour is $500. There will be no coverage over the length of 10 hours.
When will I receive a sneak peek + my full gallery?
A sneak peek of 25 or more photos will be sent within 72 hours of your wedding. The full gallery will be delivered via online gallery within 6-8 weeks of the wedding. Your custom USB box, prints, and wedding album (if included in your package) will be shipped within 4 months of your wedding day.
How many times will we meet/talk over video chat prior to the wedding day?
I love to meet through video chat or phone call at least 2 times prior to the wedding: initial consult, timeline + details, and final consult if needed. I will help you build a timeline that leaves plenty of room for photos and will help to make your day run smoothly. I want to form a relationship with you and get to know you so I can document your day just how you dreamt it!
Will my photos be watermarked?
No, your photos will not be watermarked.
Can I remove the engagement session from my package to save money?
The engagement sessions are complimentary, and are essentially a free add on. Not using them will not save you any money, but think of it as a chance to get warmed up in front of my camera! This way you get a feel for how I do things, AND beautiful engagement photos. I love shooting with my couples before the wedding so we can get comfortable with each other.
Do you shoot on dual card slot cameras and have back-up equipment?
I bring two camera bodies to weddings with me, and both do have two SD cards a piece. This ensures that your images are being backed up as I shoot.
“Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.” Genesis 2:24
To become one flesh with your love is so special. I adore weddings. Marriage is such a blessing given to us by God—a symbol of Christ’s love for His church—and weddings are my absolute favorite events to photograph. Whether it be a small wedding on the beach, a traditional ceremony with all of your friends and family, or an elopement with just the two of you, I’d be honored to photograph and celebrate your union.