It's me ya'll

I love getting the opportunity to work with you before your big day. Think of it as a prep to get you ready for your wedding photos, especially if you haven't had your picture taken since senior year. It's a great way to get to know each other on a more personal level as well. 

Lighting is everything! Getting ready in a dark basement will look much different than in a bright natural room. Girls can be a bit messy during this particular timeframe (which is expected and totally fine!) I usually arrive towards the end of getting ready. Once everyone is basically finished, I would try to clean up some clutter if possible. Not only will this look better in photos, but it will also reduce stress while you prepare for your special day.

Example: 

Grooms ring 

All of brides' rings

Brides' bouquet

 Final invite

 Jewelry

 Vow books or letters

 Veil

 Watches

 Shoes

  any other sentimental keepsakes

This is the most important piece to your timeline. I have a sample down below to compare each. Basically, the main difference will be the timing of family & wedding party photos. 

During this timeframe the sun is usually at its harshest. If it's cloudy, perfect! We can explore any location. However, if it's pure sun, we will search for a shaded location. This approach helps reduce eye squinting and unwanted shadows, ensuring that we can capture the best moments.

Having a nice wide aisle is preferred, if possible. This gives more room for better angles without blocking the view from guests during your special day. 

Remember to walk slowwwww and take it all in!!!!

During this time, it's best if vendors eat when you eat this way we can get right back to shooting, ensuring we maximize our time together. I've had venues serve us last and this is usually when speeches start or when I want to step out for sunset photos.  

Please speak with your DJ ahead of time for lighting purposes! During your first dance I would prefer amber or subtle lighting. We don't need purple and blue strobe lights taking over the color of your face. Once the first dances are over, please crank that sh*t up to any color!!! 

We will most likely go out when your guest is being served dinner, depending on weather. These are the ones you'll most likely hang on your wall. If you got a veil, this is the perfect time to show it off. And if it rains, I suggest using a clear umbrella to keep the charm of your wedding photography intact.

12:00-1:00 Bridesmaids getting ready

1:00-1:30 Groomsmen getting ready

 1:30-2:00 First Look

2:00-3:00 Wedding Party portraits 

3:00-3:30 Family photos

3:30-4:00 Ceremony Prep 

4:00-4:30 Ceremony, where all the love comes together. 

4:30-5:30 Social Hour for guests to mingle and enjoy before the festivities continue

 5:45 Grand Entrance 

6:00-7:30 Dinner, Speeches, and golden hour

7:30-8:00 First Dance

12:00-1:00 Bridesmaids getting ready

1:00-1:30 Groomsmen getting ready

1:30-2:00 Groomsmen photos 

2:00-3:00 Bridesmaids photos 

3:00-3:30 Family photos without significant others

 3:30-4:00 Ceremony prep 

 4:00-4:30 Ceremony

4:30-5:30 Social hour for guests to mingle and enjoy drinks while the couple finishes photos. Whole wedding party photos about 15 minutes, followed by both families that should take about 30 minutes (couple gets about 15 mins to join) 

5:45 Grand entrance. 

6:00-7:30 Dinner, speeches, and golden hour 

7:30-8:00 First dance