We're Shelby + Daniel, a husband and wife duo that provides photo and video for weddings and creative brands. After being in the wedding industry for 7+ years, we’ve seen the good, the bad AND the ugly. In this podcast we’re spilling our horror stories an
Family photos on wedding day are usually a hot mess, but they don't have to be.Let us set the scene for you. Typically family photos happen right after your ceremony, and if you aren't prepared it usually turns into a bit of a circus. Your uncle left and went to the bar, your grandma can't stop talking to you long enough to get a photo, your cousins aren't sure if they're included and your portraits get cut short because of the delay.We aren't heroes, but we can rescue you from the family photo chaos we see way too often.In this episode we're covering 4 of our most helpful tips to ensure your wedding family photo time is a positive experience and not a negative one. We talk about having a detailed shot list, creating a timeline for photos, directing your family where to go after the ceremony, and different ways to get photos with people outside your family.With proper planning, family photos can be less of a hot mess!Episode 12 show notes: https://vibycreative.com/podcast/2022/9/6/episode-12 Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
We have shot over 10 weddings this year and if there's one thing we know it's that little details that get overlooked in planning often lead to a lot of stress on the wedding day.The goal is for you to wake up as a bride or groom and have no worries. You want to feel confident that everything is ready to go! To save you the stress of wondering what you should do before your big day rolls around, we're giving you a list of tasks to make sure you knock out before your wedding day!We talk about..Having items for your detail shots ready to goMaking sure everyone's clothes fit properlyPlanning your meals ahead of time (trust us, you don't want to be hangry)Writing vows before your wedding dayand so much more!!Don't miss this episode to ensure you have every box checked before wedding day so you can enjoy it without the stress!Episode 10 show notes: https://vibycreative.com/podcast/2022/9/6/episode11 Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
CELL PHONES + WEDDINGS = A BIG DISASTERIt's no secret that we're all glued to our cell phones these days, but there is one place you should refrain from scrolling, texting and taking photos… weddings.We've shot 100+ weddings in our day, and we've seen countless times where guests are crowding the aisle to get their low resolution version of the shot the couple paid thousands of dollars for.In this episode we break down our biggest frustrations when it comes to cell phones at ceremonies AND offer ways to ensure your wedding ceremony is unplugged (like, actually unplugged).We're extremely passionate about this topic, so rest assured you'll be entertained.Episode 10 show notes: https://vibycreative.com/podcast/2022/3/15/episode10 Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
To do a first look or to not do a first look? THAT is the question we're asking (and answering) on this episode.There are pros and cons to doing a first look with your partner. Usually, couples are all for it or totally against it. As wedding photographers, we know this can be a pretty tough decision to make so we do our best to walk you through what the wedding day is like with or without a first look.If you are on the fence about what to choose, we recorded this episode JUST FOR YOU!Episode 9 show notes: https://vibycreative.com/podcast/2022/3/8/episode9Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
If you're a photographer or videographer in the wedding industry, you NEED to know your camera inside and out. We've seen our fair share of vendors who simply do not understand their cameras and are potentially hurting their couples because of it. Our good friend Manual Daniel shares a lot of technical insights in this episode. We also jump in and tell some horror stories of other vendors who are simply just being lazy when it comes to learning about their camera.We actually had a wedding where a photographer shot in JPG vs RAW… if you're a photographer we hope you just threw up in your mouth a little bit. If you're not a photographer, hang with us. You may nod off a bit, but we do our best to explain the ins and outs of photography if you don't know a lot about it. It's time that photographers and videographers get to know their cameras and stop missing moments.Photographers and videographers, your camera is a tool and if you aren't using it correctly you are doing a disservice to your clients.Episode 8 shownotes: vibycreative.com/podcast/episode8Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
This may be our most valuable episode yet for couples in the wedding planning process. We know Pinterest says DIY is the way to go, but there are some things to consider when deciding what to outsource. Whatever your budget is, this info is beyond useful for couples in the midst of wedding planning. Don't miss this episode if you want our BEST advice when it comes to hiring vendors.Episode 7 shownotes: https://vibycreative.com/podcast/episode7Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
There are just some outfits you don't wear when you're a guest at a wedding. In episode 6 we are airing out our BIGGEST pet peeves when it comes to working in the wedding industry (and trust us, we have quite a few). If you want a good laugh and a dose of wedding vendor honesty, this is the episode for you. Episode 6 Shownotes: https://vibycreative.com/podcast/2022/1/31/episode6 Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
Calling all photographers… There is a right way and a wrong way to work alongside videographers. Listen to this episode if you want to hear us air out some frustrations we have about photographers who aren't considerate of other vendors. We're not just critiquing in this episode though, we are giving advice on how wedding vendors can work as a TEAM on the wedding day to serve the bride and groom best!Episode 5 shownotes: vibycreative.com/podcast/episode5 Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
WARNING: This episode gets spicy. It's not a secret that the pandemic put a wrench in everyone's plans. But the times of using 2020 as an excuse for delivering galleries + films late and providing services that aren't up to par are OVER. We're breaking down how the pandemic affected wedding vendors, and how we think wedding vendors should respond in 2022. Trust us, you don't want to skip this one.Episode 4 Shownotes: vibycreative.com/podcast/episode4Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
Have you ever wondered what could happen if you didn't get to know your couple before the wedding day? Well… you could mix up the groom for his twin brother (we definitely did that). It's time to expose ourselves. We are NOT perfect, and we still learn from mistakes after being in the wedding industry for 5+ years. Tune in to learn about the importance of getting to know your couple BEFORE the wedding day + our top tips on how to do it well!Episode 3 Shownotes: https://vibycreative.com/podcast/episode3Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
Are you struggling to find the best wedding vendors for your special day? Well, you're in luck! Today we're diving into our top tips when booking vendors. By being mindful of referrals, reviews, and rendezvous (it's an alliteration joke, you gotta listen to the podcast), you will be set up for success as a couple in the midst of wedding planning! But this episode isn't just for couples… We're also giving practical advice on how vendors can respond to client inquiries WELL. Grab a piece of paper and pen, you're gonna want to take notes on this episode!Episode 2 Shownotes: https://vibycreative.com/podcast/episode2 Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
Lately, we have noticed wedding vendors might be missing the mark by caring more about their Instagram feed than they do serving their couples. In this episode, we aren't holding anything back. Get ready to hear about notorious (unnamed) vendors who have taken the focus off the couple in unprofessional ways, get the scoop on all the mistakes we've made since shooting weddings, and learn about how you can improve as a wedding vendor. This is our first ever episode of the podcast because we could NOT wait to let you in on these stories. You don't want to miss this one!Episode 1 Shownotes: vibycreative.com/podcast/episode1 Viby Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibycreative/
What started as just shooting weddings on the side to pay bills, ended up in a full-fledged photo + video company that exists today as Viby Creative. The #1 question we get asked as a husband and wife video and photo team is “What is the worst experience you've ever had at a wedding?!”. What better way to answer than with an entire podcast dedicated to bringing you behind the scenes of the wedding industry. In this quick trailer, you will get to hear about how Unveiled with Viby came to life!