wedding guide
don’t worry!
You’re probably overwhelmed with all of the wedding information out there, but you’re not alone!
I am here to help you document one of the biggest days of your life so you have beautiful memories for years to come.
The information in this wedding guide is meant to help you with all of your photography-related questions, so you can relax and get excited about your big day.
I am here for you
EVERY STEP OF THE WAY!
engagement session ideas
where you first met
Whether your first meeting was a discussion at the library, or fumbling for the door at the local coffee shop, or being a personal shopping bag carrier. Going back to your beginnings is a marvelous memory.
a romantic beachfront
In the morning, afternoon or any time of day, the sea meets an endless sky for a feeling of forever.
downtown urban session
Fun and funky pictures in alleyways or in undiscovered locations of your area make for a more intimate view of the city.
the proposal location
After all, what better way to capture an engagement than the place it all started.
wedding day what to expect
Getting everything ready and gathering all the details before the wedding day can help make everything go smoothly. Rest assured, I will have everything I need in place. but if you have any special requests when it comes to detail photos you would like, please make sure to make note and to let me know prior to the big day.
Below are just a few of the day layout expectations.
Rings, Dress, Shoes, and other details
Ideal time allotment - 30 minutes to 1 hour
Ideal time of the day - Morning or early afternoon
Ideal location - Bridal suite or Hotel suite
Preparation
Ideal time allotment - 1 hour
Ideal time of the day - Morning or early afternoon
Idea location - Bridal suite or Hotel suite
Individual Portraits
Ideal time allotment - 30 minutes
Ideal time of the day - Morning or early afternoon
Ideal location - Bridal suite, Hotel suite, Venue Lobby
First Look and Daytime Couples Session
Ideal time allotment - 45 minutes to 1 hour
Ideal time of the day - Morning or Early afternoon
Ideal location - Venue garden or empty venue hallway (shaded areas with natural light)
Wedding Party and Family Photos
Ideal time allotment - 1 - 1.5 hours
Ideal time of the day - Morning or Afternoon
Ideal location - Venue lobby, Venue garden, Off-site location
Ceremony Detail and Venue
Ideal time allotment - 30 minutes
Ideal location - Ceremony and Reception site
Ideal time of day - Morning or afternoon
Couples Session
Ideal time allotment - 30-45 minutes
Ideal time of the day - Late afternoon (sunset)
Ideal location - Venue or Off-site location