"My parents are paying for your services - does that mean they're in charge of what you do?"
No. While we'll certainly listen to parents' ideas and will try to make all of your family and friends happy, the bottom line is the wedding couple are our clients. We take the time to make sure we know what you want and how you'd like us to work with you, regardless of who is paying. From our point of view, it's your wedding and they're your photos - so our goal is to take care of you.
But we will try to make everyone happy. If a relative asks for a quick photo with a friend, we're glad to oblige. If your mother wants a photo with your grandparents - great! But if you'd like a photo along a fence, and your father doesn't think it's a great idea... you'll get a photo along the fence. You're our client and we'll do everything in our power to make sure your wedding photos are exactly what you hoped for.
But we will try to make everyone happy. If a relative asks for a quick photo with a friend, we're glad to oblige. If your mother wants a photo with your grandparents - great! But if you'd like a photo along a fence, and your father doesn't think it's a great idea... you'll get a photo along the fence. You're our client and we'll do everything in our power to make sure your wedding photos are exactly what you hoped for.