A Custom Wedding Proposal for Emma & Colin
November 1, 2025 in Richmond, Virginia
Hello Emma & Colin!
I'm so happy for you both, and delighted to be putting together this guide for you. Kerri has shared some about the two of you with me already and it makes me all the more excited to get to know you both. Congrats on your engagement, you two.
This proposal will serve more as a guide and introduction than a typical 'investment proposal'. And that's purposeful. I want you to feel informed and connected to whoever you choose right from the beginning. That's why there is so much information here. It may be a little overwhelming at first, and that is normal and expected. This provides an initial foundation and then we'll continue building that relationship together on a call soon.
You've seen some of what I've captured for other couples already, but I've linked a few full galleries at the bottom of this page for you to look through on your own time too. If these resonate with you, then we can schedule a video or phone call to get to know each other better and talk through how you would like your wedding captured, an even more importantly how you would like to experience it. Capturing beautiful images is the simple part. Creating an environment where you feel relaxed enough to be fully present and fully yourselves is what makes the difference between beautiful photos and treasured heirlooms that are a reflection of who you are. And I believe you deserve both.
Photography
for those who value excellent experiences
I blend a warm approach with boundless creativity, and have mastered the art of creating an environment where a meticulously planned event feels relaxing and the images captured reflect the full gambit of emotions present. I offer my clients the eye of an artist, the practiced experience that comes with a decade of directing people and efficiently managing time so that you can enjoy your day fully, a finely-tuned and tailored planning process, and an ability to create an atmosphere where you feel at relaxed and able to fully be yourselves and enjoy your wedding weekend. Because all of this together is what allows for breathtakingly honest imagery.
PRICING & PACKAGES
Tailored to your wedding vision
Build a custom package by choosing from the a la carte menu, or view your pre-designed packages below. All a la carte items can also be added to a pre-designed package at any time during the planning process, and no price adjustments will be applied throughout the time leading up to your wedding weekend.
Question: how much time do we need?
When deciding how much time you would like in your coverage, the very most important thing to think about is how do you want your day to feel. Some people love a very fast paced day where we fit a lot into a smaller amount of hours. And other much prefer a more relaxed pace where we have a bit more room to deal with anything unexpected the day may bring, moments to slip away for a minute or two, and more portrait time. A second thing to consider would be how late you would like for me and my team to stay. If you would like your exit captured, then you'll usually need about 90-120 extra minutes of time (this of course also depends on how long you plan to dance and celebrate). If you would like for both getting ready captured as well as the exit, we recommend at least 10-11 hours and sometimes our couples need more depending on their reception plans. If you do not want your exit captured, it is much more possible to do 8-9 hours of coverage! If you're still not quite sure what is a good fit for you, let me know and I can put together an example timeline for your day.
01.
The First Collection
8 hours of wedding day coverage
Adelyn Boling + 1 additional photographer for the wedding day
High resolution files via digital download
Linen box with USB drive
Investment 10,095
02.
The Second Collection
9 hours of wedding day coverage
Adelyn Boling + 1 additional photographer for wedding day
Engagement Session
High resolution files via digital download
Investment 11,785.
03.
The Third Collection
Full Day of Wedding Day Coverage, up to 12 hours
2 Hours of Rehearsal Dinner Coverage & Portraits
Adelyn Boling + 1 additional photographer for wedding day
Engagement Session
High resolution files via digital download
Investment 14,165.
A.B. PHOTOGRAPHY
Emma & Colin,
I would love to schedule a phone or video call for us to go through the process together and begin discussing the foundations of your wedding photography - how you'd like the day to feel, the parts of the weekend you are most looking forward to, the people you want to be sure are featured in your body of work, and the images you value most.
To schedule a call, send me an email at hello@abolingphotography.com with a few days and times that work for you. Emma & Colin, I'm thrilled for you two and cannot wait to get to know you both!
FAQS
HOW MANY WEDDINGS DO YOU TAKE ON PER YEAR?
In order to maintain the highest standards for each and every one of my clients, I limit the amount of weddings to eight per year.
WHAT IS THE TYPICAL TURN AROUND TIME?
During peak season (April - October) turn around time will be no more than 9 weeks for a wedding gallery. During the off-season (November - March), our current average is 7 weeks after a wedding. For engagement, bridals, and boudoir, the time is 3 weeks.
WHY FILM?
As a hybrid photographer, I shoot with a mixture of film and digital. Film is beautiful, timeless, and captures the stunning light, details, and elegance of your love story. But there are moments where digital shines and film falls short. On your wedding day, I will choose my medium based on what will most beautifully bring your day to life. Any digital images shot are edited to seamlessly flow with my film images.
WE AREN'T VERY NATURAL IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA. WILL YOU HELP US?
I have no expectations of you being a Vogue model. Being photographed is intimidating to nearly everyone. And it is my job to create an environment where you feel safe and are able to relax and simply enjoy each other and the people around you. I will direct you in a way that allows you to feel your most beautiful while creating emotional, raw images. By allowing time and space, we all relax into enjoying each other and that is where the most meaningful, honest imagery is created. I want you to remember what it was like as you naturally embrace each other, what you're feeling and noticing and experiencing, and we capture that. I want what we create together to come from you, not from me. So I'll create an environment where that is possible and invite you to be present. The rest naturally unfolds.
WHAT ABOUT TRAVEL CONSIDERATIONS?
There will be no travel fee assessed for your wedding or engagement session. Instead, I'd rather you be able to invest in beautiful products such as a handmade album or heirloom prints.
HOW MANY IMAGES DO YOU DELIVER PER HOUR?
You can expect 60 images/hour of coverage. With the desire to provide you a breathtaking gallery that reminds you exactly how your wedding day felt, I will omit images that you may be blinking in, duplicates, or those that do not contribute to your story. I do not offer extensive photoshop work because I believe that authentic is beautiful.
HOW DO WE BOOK?
Studio policy requires a signed contract and 30% retainer in order to reserve a date. The remaining payment is split into two payments. But more details on this and next steps below...