session details, tips, and answers
wedding day
I know there are countless things that go into a wedding day and make it completely unique. I also know that the planning and even your wedding day can come with a lot of stress. But it doesn't have to be that way!
My goal is to not only be your photographer but an extra hand to help you through this Experience.
Peruse this page and find tips – from planning to wedding day action items – that will reduce your stress and ultimately elevate your wedding day photos.
the experience
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transportation
dj/bands
cakes/desserts
catering/bar
rentals
hair/makeup
videographers
Gradient & Hue
Elizabeth Earnest Florals
One Wild Flower Designs
Rosemary & Finch Florals
T Villager Designs
florals
paper/invites
planners
a collection of vendors I've worked with and recommend
vendors
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the first look timeline ⟶
the traditional timeline ⟶
Planning a wedding day timeline is highly encouraged. It keeps your vendors in-line and adds a layer of time-security to your day.
As we approach your wedding day, I will reach out via email to discuss your wedding day timeline to ensure that I understand your priorities.
Whether you're wanting to do a first look or go the traditional route, I've gathered two sample timelines to guide your planning:
timeline
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9: Hair and makeup begins
1: Detail photos, finishing touches of getting ready
2:30: Couple Gets Dressed
3:30: Photos of Partner A + Their Wedding Party
4: Photos of Partner B + Their Wedding Party
4:30: Photographers take ceremony and reception details
5:30: Ceremony
6: Ceremony ends and officiant announces family to stick around for photos
6–6:30: Family formals
6:30–6:40: Entire wedding party
6:40–7:15: Newlywed photos
7:30: Couple introduced to reception
7:35: First dance
7:40: Toast(s)
7:45: Dinner served
8:30: Cake cutting
8:35: First Dances
8:45: Open dance floor
10: Send-off
the Small Wed timeline:
9: Hair and makeup begins
1: Detail photos, finishing touches of getting ready
2:30: Couple gets Dressed
3: First Look of almost - weds
3:15: Wedding Party finishes getting ready
3:30–4:30: Wedding party portraits
4:30: Photographers shoot ceremony/reception details
5:30: Ceremony
6:Ceremony ends and officiant announces family to stick around for photos
6–6:30: Family formals
6–7:30: Cocktail Hour
6:30 –7:15: Newlywed photos
7:30: Couple introduced to reception
7:35: First dance
7:40: Toast(s)
7:45:Dinner served
8:30: Cake cutting
8:35: First Family Dances
8:45: Open dance floor
10: Send-off
the first look timeline:
BUDGET TIME TO DO NOTHING BUT ENJOY YOUR DAY
give your family a time that's 15-minutes early
I add 15-minute buffer times at the big events
communicate time details to hair/makeup artists
pick your ceremony time 1st then plan around it
make the most of your timeline by considering these tips
timeline tips
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Partner A with Mom
Partner A with Dad
Couple with Partner A's Parents
Above group + Partner A’s Siblings with Spouses and Kids
Above group + Partner A’s Grandparents Set 1
Above group + Partner A’s Grandparents Set 2
Couple + all sets of Parents
Partner B with Mom
Partner B with Dad
Couple with Partner B’s Parents
Above group + Partner B’s Siblings with Spouses and Kids
Above group + Partner B’s Grandparents Set 1
Above group + Partner B’s Grandparents Set 1
sample family photo list:
Family photos are so important, especially on a day when two families become one! Creating a list of must-have family portraits will ensure I'm not missing any photos of important people.
I encourage you to bring a few printed copies to reference and assigning a family member, friend, or bridesmaid to make sure each person is present for portraits.
family photos
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any sentimental items
BOUQUET + BOUTONNIÈRE
vows + letters
invites + programs + menus
jewelry + accessories
rings
veil
both partner's shoes
suit/tux with tie + pocket square
dress + dress hanger
wedding details that will be photographed
checklist
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6-8 weeks for a full online gallery of digital images.
2 Weeks for prints
4-6 Weeks for albums
06. what is your turn around time for images?
YES! Printing is a huge passion and I love that you want prints from your day. If you want to order in person or have questions about my products I can walk you through step by step.
05. Can we order prints in our online gallery?
YES! I want them to enjoy images we take, too. All you have to do is give them the link to your gallery and they can have any photo they want.
04. Can my family download photos from our gallery?
Sure can! I love using flash during receptions or rain / snow photos.
03. Can you handle flash?
First, it's okay. Weddings are never on time and I will do my best to catch us up in any area we can if we're running more than an hour late.
02. What happens if the day is running late?
That's a - okay, you don't have to stress about the timeline so much. It is truly a guideline that we use, but go with the flow of the day.
01. what if i change my timeline? Ceremony Time?
Have a question? I've got an answer! And if you don't see your question here, please reach out via email: email@youremail.com.
FAQs
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