a wedding DJ posted about feeding wedding vendors on their blog, and it has been going making rounds on twitter in the wedding vendor community – i saw it posted through many of the wedding vendors i follow. i imagine that most clients don’t put too much thought into this and figured i would shed some light on it. as a photographer, i work with brides for up to eight hours, often running around more than the bride herself. i run around sometimes carrying up to three cameras, an array of lenses, and miscellaneous camera equipment. a recent bride abigail even quoted me as being a ninja photographer, and i can see why she must think that. i sometimes finding myself crouching behind tables or running swiftly through narrow staircases up to balconies to get the best angle for a shot. and when aunt betty solicits me for an impromptu photo of her with her son, i’m there in a flash. weddings are hard work and can be exhausting, so a nice meal is always enjoyable.  i want to thank the couples who have generously offered a warm meal to myself and my second shooters. it does not go unnoticed.

recently, one of my brides emailed me:

Hi Heather!

So we did our menu tasting last week and have the following choices for you:

1. Filet Mignon with Mashed Sweet Potatoes
2. Greek Chicken with roasted potatoes
3. Miso Halibut with wild rice
4. Vegetable Strudel

though i never like to take too much time to eat, after 15 minutes of scarfing down a delicious meal, i am completely revitalized and begin shooting with as much energy i had when i start my day. i am so grateful when i get a warm meal as it truly refuels me and allows me to continue giving 100% energy during the remaining portion of a shoot. i would say that nine out of ten events that i shoot provide me with a hot hearty meal. i’d be lying if i told you i didn’t have my fair share of soggy sandwiches with a side of smooshed cookie. the warm meals really do make a difference and are very much appreciated.

while we are on the topic of vendor meals and guest meals, i’d like to bring up an important note. if your wedding coordinator or wedding planner suggests that you feed your photographer in another location such as on another floor, please think about how that will impact the shots you may want taken. i love to be able to hear if an impromptu speech has started so that i can always try to chime in and take photos. before your wedding, please make sure your caterer or wedding coordinator/planner knows what, when, and where your vendors should eat.

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