The Cinematic Questionnaire Templates
A complete set of cinematic, storytelling-driven questionnaires for photographers who want to understand their clients on a deeper level.
Includes four beautifully written intake questionnaires — Couples, Wedding, Elopement, and Family — designed to reveal personality, comfort level, emotional tone, posing preferences, family dynamics, and the tiny details that make each session unique.
Copy/paste directly into your CRM or questionnaire platform.
Made for photographers who want sessions that feel natural, connected, and effortlessly cinematic.
✨ WHAT’S INCLUDED
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4 cinematic questionnaires
(Couples, Wedding, Elopement, Family) -
Storytelling-driven questions
to learn personality, comfort level, connection style, and session energy. -
Aesthetic section headers
for an elevated, editorial feel. -
Upload-a-photo prompts
so you can prep with intention. -
CRM mini-guide
with simple steps for using these in HoneyBook, Dubsado, Studio Ninja, or Google Forms. -
Bonus pre-shoot email template
to set the tone before the session. -
Copy/paste format
ready to drop straight into your workflow.
Sample Questions
From the Couples Questionnaire:
• “What season of your relationship are you in right now?”
• “How do you naturally show affection — through touch, humor, words, or quiet moments?”
From the Wedding Questionnaire:
• “What moments on your wedding day do you never want to forget — even the small, quiet ones?”
• “Are there any family dynamics or emotional sensitivities I should be mindful of?”
From the Elopement Questionnaire:
• “Why did you choose to elope, and what do you want the day to feel like when you look back on it?”
• “Which activities or moments feel most like you — reading vows privately, exploring, slow mornings, or sunset time together?”
From the Family Questionnaire:
• “What season of life is your family in right now?”
• “What tiny everyday moments with your kids do you never want to forget?”
Complete the look:
Cinematic connection tools
Story-driven intake
Emotion-focused questionnaires
FAQ
How do I use these questionnaires?
These are copy-and-paste templates you can drop straight into your CRM (HoneyBook, Dubsado, Studio Ninja, etc.) or Google Forms. Just paste each section into the appropriate question format, customize if needed, and send them to your clients before their session. Their answers help you understand their personalities, comfort levels, and emotional tone so you can pose them with more intention.
Can I customize the questions?
Absolutely. These templates are designed to be a starting point — you can remove, add, or rewrite any part to match your brand voice or workflow. Most photographers personalize the wording a bit, or add questions specific to their niche or location.
Will this help with “awkward” or camera-shy clients?
Yes — that’s exactly what they’re for. These questionnaires uncover comfort levels, relationship dynamics, PDA preferences, personalities, and the “season of life” your clients are in. Once you understand who they are, posing becomes natural, genuine, and true to their energy — instead of forced or stiff.
Do you accept refunds?
Refunds are not accepted because all of the guides and other resources are digital products for which access cannot be revoked. If you are not happy with your product, email me!