Is it normal for photo proofs to have the assistant and light in them?
Hi! Hope this post is allowed. We just received the proofing gallery for our engagement session, and I’m a bit weary about the state of the photos. 60% of the shots still have the lighting stand and the photographer's assistant visible in the frame. They are also completely uncropped.
I know these are just "proofs," but is it standard practice to send them out before doing a basic crop and/or or at least removing the assistant/light? It’s making it a bit hard for us to visualize the final product. Should I expect these to be cleaned up only after we make our final selections? Between poor communication and these shots, we are getting nervous about the wedding day experience. But perhaps I am overthinking it?
P.S. Also, is a couple usually expected to be prepared with poses? We are awkward turtles, so we were hopeful that that the photographer would provide guidance but when we asked they kept pulling out their phone for Pinterest inspo.