Current wedding starting points
Shutteris currently publishes wedding photography starting points of ₦400,000, ₦750,000 and ₦1,200,000 across its wedding package levels. Because wedding schedules and coverage requirements differ, confirm the current package inclusions on the Wedding Photography or Pricing page before booking.
What changes the wedding photography budget
The number of ceremonies, coverage hours, locations, travel, team requirements, album or print needs, and the scale of the wedding can affect the final quote. A court wedding, traditional ceremony and full white-wedding day are different production briefs even when they involve the same couple.
Pre-wedding photography is a separate planning decision
Some couples want studio portraits, outdoor images or a combination before the wedding day. Pre-wedding photographs may be used for invitations, decor, announcements or personal keepsakes. Plan the pre-wedding session early enough to allow editing and delivery before the event.
Build a useful wedding brief
Share the wedding date, venues, ceremony types, expected start and finish times, important family groups and any special moments that must be covered. A clear schedule helps the photography team plan movement and priorities.
Think about the final photographs, not just the hours
Consider whether you need a digital gallery, selected retouched portraits, albums, framed photographs or additional printing. Physical products should be discussed early because design, approval and production add time after the wedding.
Book early for important dates
Popular wedding dates can fill ahead of time. Once your venues and schedule are reasonably clear, request availability and confirm the package that matches the coverage you need.
Coverage should follow the wedding schedule
A strong photography plan follows the real sequence of the day. If preparation, ceremonies and reception happen in different places, include realistic travel time between venues. Tell the photographer when key moments are expected so coverage is not based on guesswork.
For traditional weddings, also identify important rites, entrances and family groups. For court weddings, note the appointment time and any portrait plans before or after the ceremony. White weddings may require church, portrait and reception coverage in separate locations.
Make a family-group list before the day
Large weddings can lose time when group photographs are organised spontaneously. Prepare a short list of essential family and bridal-party combinations and appoint someone who knows the guests to help gather people quickly.
This does not replace candid coverage. It simply protects the important formal photographs while allowing the rest of the day to flow naturally.
Confirm photography expectations with both families
Wedding priorities can differ between couples and families. Before the day, agree which ceremonies, elders, groups and traditions must be documented so the photography plan reflects what matters to you. Where cultural or religious moments have access restrictions, explain them in advance. Clear expectations help the photographer respect the programme while still creating portraits, details and candid photographs around the formal parts of the celebration.
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