Use a list for people who must be assembled.
Formal family photographs benefit from explicit relationship-based combinations, names, sensitive context, and a helper who knows everyone. Those images cannot rely on the photographer guessing the family structure.
Flag events the photographer cannot infer.
A private gift, heirloom, surprise performance, cultural ritual, absent relative, or room access rule deserves a note. Explain why it matters and when it happens rather than prescribing an exact composition.
Do not list ordinary wedding nouns.
An experienced photographer already expects vows, rings, guests, a first kiss, food, and dancing. A long generic list creates false certainty while saying nothing about who matters or how this wedding differs.
Review full galleries to establish trust.
The best evidence is several complete weddings in different conditions. If the photographer consistently sees family, transitions, atmosphere, details, and reception life, the plan can support observation rather than replace it.
