the client welcome guide
a note FROM AMANDA
It's my hope that this guide will serve as a warm welcome — and provide you with the information, tools and resources you need to get the most out of our time together.
"INSTANT CLASSICS. Our friends and family cannot stop talking about Amanda. Her team went above and beyond for us, and we'll love these images forever."
JULIE & KEVIN
first things first,
I'm so grateful you're here.
There's something innately intoxicating about being around people on one of the happiest days of their lives. I leave each wedding with a heart overflowing with joy and sense of purpose. Weddings are the perfect blend of the two things that inspire me most: beautiful, intentional design and heartfelt, authentic moments. There's no greater honor than that of preserving your family's legacy for future generations, and I'm honored to document this moment for you. I can't wait to work together!
I'm fueled by a desire to preserve the best humanity has to offer: our love for one another. I draw my inspiration from classic literature, sprawling wildflower fields, thoughtful design and architecture, and my travels across the world, particularly Europe.
A carefully crafted, collaborative process is the heartbeat of my work. I strive to form relationships with both my clients and their creative teams, ensuring a cohesive and consistent approach to every project.
When I'm not working, you can most likely find me nose-deep in a Jane Austen novel, spending time outdoors with my family, or planning my next escape to the French countryside.
Owner, CREATIVE, PRINCIPLE PHOTOGRAPHER
Since I believe business is personal — here's a short introduction. I look forward to partnering with you in bringing your vision to life.
hello@AMANDAWOSEPHOTOGRAPHY.com
@AMANDAWOSE
Meet Amanda Wose
These are our daughters! Caroline is the oldest at nine years old. She loves Taylor Swift and the color lavender, and is convinced she's going to be a rockstar someday. Her pink guitar is her current obsession! Ellie is our feisty middle child, with a deep love for animals and reading. These two are each others' best friends and we adore watching them grow!
Adam and I also welcomed a son, Henry, in November 2022! He completes our family perfectly. We live in southern Maryland, just outside DC, and love to spend time on the water when the weather allows.
meet THE FAMILY: ADAM, CAROLINE, ELEANOR, & HENRY
While I love to chat with clients and their creative teams over text and DM, the best way to contact me is via email! This ensures important messages do not fall through the cracks or go unattended. I do my best to respond promptly to all messages, but please allow up to 48 hours for a response - especially over weekends, which are reserved for weddings and family time.
office hours
Monday thru Thursday, 10am to 4pm EST
contact information
hello@amandawosephotography.com
410.610.0174
Office Hours and Communication Policy
Tools and Resources
HONEYBOOK
Honeybook is the client management system that I use to keep track of your project. This is where you'll find your client portal, manage your contract and invoice, and view meeting makers for upcoming appointments and sessions with me.
PIC-TIME
Pic-Time is my gallery hosting service, from which you'll receive your final images once they're ready. Please be sure to download and save your images to a safe location immediately, such as an external hard drive and/or a cloud-based service.
LET'S START PLANNING
Guide to the Best Portrait Locations in DC, Maryland, and Virginia
Ready to start thinking about your engagement session? Me too! Here's a list of some of my favorite tried-and-true local portrait locations. This list is constantly evolving and I'm always up to working somewhere new or personal to you!
check out the list
Your remaining contract balance is due 30 days prior to your wedding date for local weddings, and 90 days prior for destination weddings. Honeybook will send you automated reminders via email as payment due dates approach, or you may set up automatic payments if preferred. Please check your contract for any applicable late fee policies.
Payment Schedule and Late Fee Policy
DO YOU HAVE A RECOMMENDED VENDOR LIST?
Absolutely! I have an expansive list of trusted industry friends and would be happy to make specific recommendations for you. Reach out directly and I'll connect you! This is especially important if you're considering hiring a videographer. It's crucial to ensure your photo/video teams can work together seamlessly.
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IF WE WANT TO ADD MORE COVERAGE?
DO YOU OFFER WEDDING ALBUMS?
This is quite common, especially as the wedding plans finalize! Many clients choose to add on welcome dinner coverage or additional hours of wedding day coverage. Please reach out directly to confirm availability and to add this your proposal.
Yes! While I love a digital gallery, there's nothing like a physical heirloom to ensure your wedding is truly preserved for future generations. If your collection does not already include an album, you'll have an opportunity to purchase one at the time of gallery delivery.
Client Checklist
ENGAGEMENT SESSION PLANNING
Click the link below to schedule a phone consultation so that we can finalize the details of your engagement session!
REVIEW THE DRAFT TIMELINE
Be sure to share the draft wedding timeline provided with your proposal as you continue to book the remainder of your creative team! This will ensure a stress-free, photo-friendly wedding day for you and your loved ones.
KEEP IN TOUCH ON SOCIAL
I'd love to connect with you and your partner on Instagram, if you're active there! My username is @amandawose. Feel free to give me a follow and I'll follow you back!
Schedule Your Engagement Session Consultation
here's to a new chapter
Thank you for trusting me to bring your vision to life. I am so looking forward to working together!
cheers, amanda