Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)




Wedding Photography Agreement and Security Deposit

To reserve Mark Nomura Photography to photograph your wedding,
a Wedding Photography Agreement and Security Deposit are required.


Wedding Information Forms

We have several forms that are helpful in planning.
The following are a great way for you to share infomation about your family, friends, and wedding plans:

- Wedding Information Form (pdf / doc)

- Schedule / Timeline (pdf / doc)

- Vendor Information Form (pdf / doc)

Please send the following items if and when available:

- An Invitation

- The Wedding Program

- Maps and Directions

- A List of Requested Formal Family Photos


Please call!

During the planning stages of your wedding, you will have questions about the timing of events and other general questions relating to photography. Please feel free to call us with any questions you may have. It is our pleasure to help with the planning of your event.


Engagement Portrait

Call the studio to schedule your engagement portrait. Allow 1-2 weeks for delivery of prints depending on when selections are returned to the studio. You may schedule to have your portrait taken at the studio or any location of your choice.


A Week Before the Wedding

We'll talk on the phone one last time before your wedding day to confirm where and when we will meet. We'll also talk about any changes that have been made in the schedule since the last time we have talked.


The Day of Your Wedding

I will usually get together with the bride about 2 hours before the ceremony to begin photographing. I will then get together with the guys about an hour before the ceremony.



Photo List

This is simply a list of suggestions...

Please make of list of the most important photographs you would like to have.


Getting Ready with the Bride

Photographs of the bouquet and wedding invitation
The wedding dress
Jewelry and assessories
Candid photographs of bride and girls getting ready
Portrait of bride
Portrait of bride with parents
Portraits of bride with bridemaids
Portrait of bride with flowergirl(s)
Group portrait of bride with her family
Leaving for the ceremony


Meeting the Groom before the Ceremony

Candid photographs of groom and guys getting ready
Portrait of groom
Portrait of groom with parents
Portraits of groom with groomsmen and ushers
Portrait of groom with ring bearer
Group portrait of groom with his family


Before the Ceremony

Candid photographs of bride and girls arriving at the church
Candid photographs of guests arriving
Portrait of ushers and other helpers


The Ceremony

Ceremony processional
Photograph of bride walking down aisle
Photograph of bride being presented to groom
Photographs of the ceremony
Exchanging of rings/vows
Lighting of unity candle
First kiss
Recessional


Formal Photographs

Bride and Groom
Bride and Groom with Father/Reverend Bride and Groom with Bride's Grandparents
Bride and Groom with Bride's Parents
Bride and Groom with Bride's Family
Bride and Groom with Groom's Grandparents
Bride and Groom with Groom's Parents
Bride and Groom with Groom's Family
Bride with Bridesmaids
Groom with Groomsmen
Entire Wedding Party


Location / Park Photographs

Select anywhere you would like to have pictures taken before heading for the reception.


The Reception

Candid photographs before dinner
Photographs of the room
Photographs of the cake
Photographs of flowers and table settings
Annoucing the couple
Best Man / Maid of Honor toasts
Cutting of the cake
Bride and Groom's first dance
Father/daughter dance
Mother/son dance
Photographs of the wedding party dancing
Bouquet and garter toss
Candid photographs of bride and groom visiting guests
Candid photographs of guests enjoying themselves



Proof Prints

Proofs prints are individual prints on photographic paper. Medium format proofs are 4"x5" while digital and 35mm color and black and white proofs are 4"x6". Expect delivery in 3-5 weeks. We will call you when they're ready.

Print Order Form


Your Wedding Album

After you have had time to review your proofs, we will schedule an appoitment to complete the layout for your wedding album. Allow 3-5 weeks for reprints and another 10-12 weeks for delivery of your album.

I have looked at many albums, books, and boxes and consider Asuka Book, Cypress Albums, GraphiStudio, Leather Craftsmen, and Zookbinders to be some of the finest available. If you would like to have your photographs presented in a more personal manner, other options are available. I will do my best to see that you are pleased with the results.