Your wedding photography in Florida is provided by Babette Hill – Nautilus Studio Photography. Our photo packages are also available as a stand-alone service. Please visit our Nautilus Studio Photography site for information on pricing.

Wedding Photography pricing

We scale your wedding photography on photography time. There is no restriction on how many photos we take,  but the amount may be influenced by weather conditions and other circumstances out of our control. You may add photo time in 30-minute increments for photography at the ceremony location. For other locations including getting ready and receptions please contact us for custom pricing.

Exception: Mini photo packages with 30-minute photo shoots may have an image restriction.

Wedding Photography post-work

We always include post-work of your photos and refer to light adjustments especially on days with difficult lighting or non-flashed inside photos where flash is not allowed. Wedding photos should be timeless, therefore we keep your photos as natural as possible and in color. Post-work editing and filters are the photographer’s choice and customers will usually receive the color jpg along with the post-worked image if applicable.

How Do I receive my images?

All our couples receive a link and password from us to access their photos online. From our proof site, you can download your photos and order additional services and professional prints. Your images can also be accessed on any cell phone with our free app. You can take your wedding photos anywhere and show them to family and friends. A copyright release for personal use will be provided once you downloaded the images. You will be able to print and enlarge photos and make photo books or albums at a photo lab of your choice.

Photography time

If you booked a wedding package with us, professional wedding photography is either included or can be added.  The mini photo package with 30 minutes of photo time is only available for proposals, vow renewals, or symbolic weddings. It will cover 15 minutes during the ceremony/proposal and a 15-minute intimate photo session with just the couple. There will be not enough time for group photos, toast, or different locations and poses in proximity.

How much time for wedding photography?

For weddings, there is a one-hour minimum shooting time.  This will cover photo time during the ceremony, some portraiture and group photos, and the couple’s intimate photo session. One-hour wedding photography is perfect for smaller events.

For larger weddings and couples where photography plays an important part, I recommend a 2-hour wedding photography package at the ceremony location to cover all the details.

You may add additional hours to cover the reception, getting ready, first look, trash the dress, or post-wedding photography the next day.

Please contact us if you wish for additional photo time and like to upgrade your photography package.

Florida Climate

Florida has a tropical climate and most of the year it is very humid with extremely high summer temperatures. If you are planning an outdoor or beach wedding you will have to put this into consideration.

Lighting for photography in Florida

Lighting will be very difficult on the beach at noon and afternoon where the sun is standing high. The sun will not only reflect from your white dress but also from the ocean, white sand and everything else around that is white in color. This will produce very unnatural skin colors ranging from very light to greyish tones and will cast a lot of shadows. While it is possible to add warmer tones and battle shadows with reflectors or manually adjust photos during post-processing, it is not an ideal time for photography.  Another factor is that a lot of photos will be with closed eyes or twitching. This can be especially difficult for group photos.  Unless you want all your wedding photos with sunglasses on or opt-out for photos looking in the camera.

Best time for photos

The best time for wedding photography in Florida from April through November will be 1-2 hours before sunset where the light is warmer. Morning weddings are possible if photos are finished by 10:30 am. In the winter months, earlier afternoon weddings are possible because the sun will not be as strong as in summer. The turquoise water on the Florida Gulf Coast will be most pronounced on photos in the mornings and afternoon.

Below find some more tips and tricks and Do’s and Dont’s for your treasured wedding photos.

• For most couples, the wedding photos are the first professional photo shoot together.  It is OK to practice a little ahead of time while having fun.
• All light colors including pastel tones, blues, and beige monochrome colors are great choices for your photos.
• I recommend to all brides to have professional hair and makeup done unless you are a pro yourself.
• It can be windy outdoors especially on the beach, keep that in mind when choosing a hairstyle.
• Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, lipstick or lipgloss, and some facial tissue.
• Grooms should bring a second shirt to exchange if necessary. Yes, you may get sweaty and it doesn’t look so great on photos.
• Let me know any specific wishes you may have or must-have photos.
• You can bring props or signs or anything else that you wish to incorporate in your photos.
• Send me a photo of you together so I have a good idea of who will be in front of the camera.
• While eyeglasses can produce unwanted reflections, if you don’t see well without them keep them on. We don’t want cross-eyed photos. If possible, contact lenses would be a good alternative.
• Be yourself, be in Love and most importantly have fun at your photo session.

• Sunbathing or extended stays in the sun before the wedding can not only get you sunburns but also often create unwanted bikini lines. It is very difficult and time-consuming post work to get rid of sunburns on photos. While professional makeup artists can battle the issue, please keep out of the sun until after the wedding and use a sun blocker.
• Don’t use makeup that does not sweat or waterproof. Make sure you are having a good makeup foundation to prevent ugly lines. Purchase high-end products used by professionals like MAC Cosmetics.
• Don’t choose striped dress shirts or large bold colorful patterns. They look overwhelming on photos and draw extra attention. Black and very dark color suits and dresses will work for daytime weddings but are not ideal for sunset photos.
• Don’t be afraid of the camera. It is just a little machine that will capture a second in time for you to cherish for a lifetime. The person behind it is usually not scary at all, so relax, be yourself, and have fun.
• There is usually nothing on the floor that needs inspecting. So keep your head up and look into your future together.
• Don’t show me only your pretty back’s during the ceremony. Hold your hands and face towards each other.  This way I have your profile and see your faces.
• Don’t hide your emotions, those are the most treasured photos you will have.

I don’t take photos, I create them. I put thought and my heart and soul into my photography. Not every pose will work for every couple. I will assist you with putting you in the right light and thrive to archive most natural photos even if they have to be staged at times. Especially with smaller weddings a lot of more thought has to be put in when creating your memories. There are only so many subjects and things happening to capture. This is when posing is a necessity. However, I love to take my couples along the ocean edge, in the dunes and surrounding areas for photos that are actually with motion. I welcome my couples to just do what they feel like to give them the freedom to be themselves. Group photos don’t have to be boring but a lot will depend on how willing you and your guests are to try new things. Of course, we will do traditional portraiture as well and I try to capture all the little details that are important to you.  I am looking forward to creating your memories.