SAMPLE TIMELINE
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Reception Details
12:00-12:30
If the reception is in the same location as the ceremony( or very close to), I will use this time to shoot the reception decor UNTOUCHED. If the ceremony and reception are in different locations, I recommend having a cocktail hour outside of the main reception area if possible so that I can grab some great shots of your reception before the night begins and guests start laying down purses and coats on their seats!
Bridal Details 12:30-1:30
Every bride loves having those beautiful shots of her bridal details. It’ s an important part of the story and I love having some time to shoot the dress, shoes, jewelry, invitations, etc. These shots allow me to get warmed up for the rest of the big day. I normally like to allow at least 45 minutes for this part of the day. While I’ m shooting details, I’ m also capturing some shots of the bride and her girls getting ready! If the groom is getting ready nearby, I will sneak away to photograph the boys close to 40 minutes before the Ceremonysince it always takes them less time to get dressed!
After the details have been photographed, it’ s time for the bride to get into her dress! This is a big moment! I usually ask the mother of the bride and all of the bridesmaids to be dressed by the time the bride is ready to get into her dress. This ensures that everyone will look nice in those images. After the bride is in her gown, she can put on her jewelry, veil, shoes, etc. and I will shoot some additional bridal portraits!
1:30-2:00 Bridal Prep