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Timeline example with first look

1:30-2:00pm

Getting ready with the guys!

Get your ties and jackets ready, we will take some fun and casual photos. My husband and second shooter David will be there to capture the guys getting ready.
TIP: Make sure all of the details are aside in a box ready for the detail shots!

7 hours of coverage

2:00-2:30pm

DUDE PHOTOS COMMENCE

Whisky shots? We will take 30 minutes to get some photos with the groomsmen. David will lead the way! 

1:30-2:00PM

Getting ready with the ladies!

Bump the y2k girl bands!! This is when I'll take some time to capture all those little details of the morning. Shoes, makeup, etc.
TIP: Have all of your special details all set aside in a box so it's ready for me :) 
ANOTHER TIP: Plan to have all of your hair and makeup done by this time, and ask your hair and makeup crew to do a quick touch up for photos.

2:00-2:10pm

BRide GETS into HER dress!

Eek! This is where the excitement really starts to build! We'll take about ten minutes to capture all those special moments. 

2:10-2:30pm

PHOTO TIME WITH YOUR GIRLS!

I have a confession.. these are my fave! We always have so much fun. I'll walk you guys through posing and make it effortless. I always look forward to this part. 

2:35-2:50pm

Time for the first look!

Both myself and David will make sure to get all the angles to capture your true authentic joy!

2:50-3:10pm

Wedding Party Group Portraits

Let's have some fun and take those photos that you will be posting on their Facebook page each year for their birthday LOL. In all seriousness, these friends are the ones that stood by you on this special day, and it's super important to make sure we capture some group shots.

3:10-3:40PM

Couples Photos

Now is all about you and your partner. Everyone else is getting ready for the ceremony. I'll make sure to be your guide and get those shots that you'll be treasuring forever!

3:40-4:00pm

Catch your Breath

Take a 20 minute break to chill before your big moment! This also gives me time to photograph all of your guests arriving at the ceremony location. And some time to photograph the decor.

4:00-4:30pm

Time to get married!

Finally! The moment we have all been anticipating! 

4:30-4:40pm

Make it official!

After the ceremony, you'll walk over to sign! This usually takes a few minutes longer than we think so make sure to add that time in. 

4:45-5:15PM

Family Portraits

The best way to make sure all of your most important guests get a photo with you, AND that is goes quickly and smoothly is to ask them to stay in their seats after the ceramony. From there my husband / second shooter will call them to have their photos taken with you at a location close by. 

5:20-6:00pm

Join the cocktail party!

Eat, drink, and connect with all of your guests! I'll be there capturing it all as it unfolds. This is another huge plus to a first look timeline because you get some extra time to hang out with your guests!

6:00pm

Grand Entrance!

This is when the Emcee annouces you both as a married couple! Everyone cheers and its a great way to start off dinner.

6:00-7:00pm

Dinner & Toasts

Durring this time is when David and I take a 20 minute break to have dinner as well. After that we will take some photos durring the speaches. This is usually the time I ask to borrow your rings to take some detailed ring shots as well.

7:00-7:15pm

mmm... Cake

LET THEM HAVE CAKE! Bonus points if you make a mess! 

7:15-7:30pm

games

LET THEM HAVE CAKE! Bonus points if you make a mess! 

7:30-7:45pm

First Dances

I WILL be grabbing the tissues stuffed in my pockets for these ones. You and your partner first, and then if you like you can also have the parents dances right after. 
FUN FACT: My husband had a "last dance' with his best man...the bromance is real.

7:45-8:00pm

Golden Hour Portraits

This really depends on the time of year, feel free to ask me what time would work best, I consider myself a sunset connoisseur at this point! LOL We take a quick 15-20 mins to sneak away and get those dreamy, glowy shots.

8:00-8:30pm

Party on!

I'll be here singing along to all the classics with you, taking the action shots of the night.
TIP: To get the party started ask your DJ to make an announcement that the photographers are on the dance floor looking for some great shots. This usually gets people excited to get moving!

8:00pm

Photographer departs

It's time for us to say goodbye! I'll be racing home to edit those sneak peeks for ya!
TIP: If youre looking to do an "exit" photo let me know! We can always add in a staged one before the night actually comes to an end :) 

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Timeline example with NO first look

2:00-2:30pm

Getting ready with the guys!

Get your ties and jackets ready, we will take some fun and casual photos. My husband and second shooter David will be there to capture the guys getting ready.
TIP: Make sure all of the details are aside in a box ready for the detail shots!

6 hours of coverage

2:30-3:00pm

Dude Photos Commence

Whisky shots? We will take 30 minutes to get some photos with the groomsmen. David will lead the way! 

2:00-2:30pm

Getting Ready & Details with the ladies

Bump the y2k girl bands!! This is when I'll take some time to capture all those little details of the morning. Shoes, makeup, etc.
TIP: Have all of your special details all set aside in a box so it's ready for me :)
ANOTHER TIP: Plan to have all of your hair and makeup done by this time, and ask your hair and makeup crew to do a quick touch up for photos.

2:30-2:40 pm

BRide Gets into HER dress!

Eek! This is where the excitement really starts to build! We'll take about ten minutes to capture all those special moments. 

2:40-3:10pm

Photo time with your girls!

I have a confession.. these are my fave! We always have so much fun. I'll walk you guys through posing and make it effortless. I always look forward to this part. 

3:10-3:30pm

Catch your Breath

Take a 20-minute break to chill before your big moment! This also gives me time to photograph all of your guests arriving at the ceremony location. And gives David some time to photograph the decor.

3:30-3:50pm

Time to get married!

Finally! The moment we have all been anticipating! Make sure to speak with your commissioner or officiant to confirm exactly how long your ceremony will take.

3:50-4:00pm

Make it official!

After the ceremony, you'll walk over to sign! This usually takes a few minutes longer than we think so make sure to add that time in. 

4:00-4:20pm

Family Portraits

The best way to make sure all of your most important guests get a photo with you, AND that it goes quickly and smoothly is to ask them to stay in their seats after the ceremony. From there David will call them to have their photos taken with you at a location close by.  

4:20-4:40pm

WEdding Party group photos

Let's have some fun and take those photos that you will be posting on their Facebook page each year for their birthday LOL. In all seriousness, these friends are the ones that stood by you on this special day, and it's super important to make sure we capture some group shots.

4:40-5:15pm

Couples Photos

Now is all about you and your partner. Everyone else is enjoying the cocktail party. I'll make sure to be your guide and get those shots that you'll treasure forever!

5:20pm

Grand Entrance!

This is when the MC announces you both as a married couple! Everyone cheers and it's a great way to start dinner.

5:30-6:30pm

Dinner & Toasts

During this time is when David and I take a 20-minute break to have dinner as well. After that, we will take some photos during the speaches. This is usually the time I ask to borrow your rings to take some detailed ring shots as well.

6:30-6:50pm

games

Most weddings that I shoot have some after-dinner games. If you don't it's still a great idea to add in a chunk of flex-time to help you catch back up to schedule if dinner runs long. 

6:50-7:00pm

mmm... Cake

LET THEM HAVE CAKE! Bonus points if you make a mess! 

7:00-7:15pm

First Dances

I WILL be grabbing the tissues stuffed in my pockets for these. You and your partner first, and then if you like you can also have the parents dances right after.
FUN FACT: My husband had a "last dance' with his best man...the bromance is real.

7:15-7:30pm

Golden Hour Portraits

This really depends on the time of year, feel free to ask me what time would work best, I consider myself a sunset connoisseur at this point! We take a quick 15-20 mins to sneak away and get those dreamy, glowy shots.

7:30-8:00pm

Party on!

I'll be here singing along to all the classics with you, taking the action shots of the night.
TIP: To get the party started ask your DJ to make an announcement that the photographers are on the dance floor looking for some great shots. This usually gets people excited to get moving!

8:00pm

Photographer departs

It's time for us to say goodbye! I'll be racing home to edit those sneak peeks for ya! 
TIP: If youre looking to do an "exit" photo let me know! We can always add in a staged one before the night actually comes to an end :) 

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