HOW TO BUILD THE BEST TIMELINE TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR WEDDING

TIMELINE GUIDE

Planning a wedding is no easy feat, and it’s so easy to lose yourself in the tiny details and forget what really matters, the lasting memories. Your wedding day is not just a union of two people in love, it’s the union of families coming together to celebrate.

— You poured your heart and soul into perfecting every moment of your special day and your photos will be the keepers of those memories for years to come.

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8 HOUR TIMELINE

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  • For couples who want the essentials beautifully documented — from the ceremony through the most meaningful reception moments.

    • 1:30 PM – Photographer arrival (ceremony details, venue, décor)

    • 2:00 PM – Ceremony begins

    • 2:45 PM – Family portraits

    • 3:15 PM – Bridal Party portraits

    • 3:45 PM – Couple portraits (a private, romantic session)

    • 5:00 PM – Cocktail Hour coverage (candids, décor, atmosphere)

    • 6:00 PM – Grand Entrance

    • 6:15 PM – Dinner begins

    • 7:00 PM – Speeches

    • 7:30 PM – First Dances

    • 7:45 PM – Dance floor opens

    • 8:00 PM – Sunset portraits (golden hour magic)

    • 8:30 PM – Cake cutting

    • 9:30 PM – Dance floor candids / Photographer departure

    This timeline ensures nothing feels rushed, while still capturing the heart of your celebration.

    *Sunset varies according to season:

    Spring-Summer 7:00 pm / Fall-Winter 5:00 pm

 
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10 HOUR TIMELINE

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  • Our most popular option, a balanced flow that begins with getting ready and continues through the energy of the reception.

    • 12:30 PM – Groom prep coverage

    • 1:00 PM – Bride prep coverage (details, finishing touches)

    • 2:00 PM – First Look & Couple portraits (if chosen)

    • 2:30 PM – Bridal Party portraits

    • 3:00 PM – Family portraits

    • 3:30 PM – Buffer / candids before ceremony

    • 4:00 PM – Ceremony begins

    • 5:00 PM – Cocktail Hour coverage (guests, décor, candids)

    • 6:00 PM – Grand Entrance

    • 6:15 PM – Dinner begins

    • 7:00 PM – Speeches

    • 7:30 PM – First Dances

    • 7:45 PM – Dance floor opens

    • 8:00 PM – Sunset portraits (cinematic golden hour)

    • 8:30 PM – Cake cutting

    • 10:30 PM – Dance floor candids / Photographer departure

    This flow allows you to enjoy cocktail hour fully, while we capture the magic unfolding around you.

    *Sunset varies according to season:

    Spring-Summer 7:00 pm / Fall-Winter 5:00 pm

 
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12 HOUR TIMELINE

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  • The full luxury experience, from morning anticipation to the last champagne toast. Every detail, every emotion, every moment preserved.

    • 11:00 AM – Groom prep coverage

    • 11:30 AM – Bride prep coverage (details, flat lays, emotional moments)

    • 1:00 PM – First Look & Couple portraits

    • 1:45 PM – Bridal Party portraits

    • 2:15 PM – Family portraits

    • 2:45 PM – Buffer / candids before ceremony

    • 3:30 PM – Ceremony begins

    • 5:00 PM – Cocktail Hour coverage (guests, décor, candids)

    • 6:00 PM – Grand Entrance

    • 6:15 PM – Dinner begins

    • 7:00 PM – Speeches

    • 7:30 PM – First Dances

    • 7:45 PM – Dance floor opens

    • 8:00 PM – Sunset portraits (golden hour)

    • 8:45 PM – Cake cutting

    • 9:00–10:30 PM – Dance floor candids, guest interactions, reception storytelling

    • 10:30 PM – Night portraits / sparkler exit / creative shots

    • 11:00 PM – Photographer departure

    This timeline tells the complete story of your day, from the quiet, intimate beginnings to the unforgettable finale.

    *Sunset varies according to season:

    Spring-Summer 7:00 pm / Fall-Winter 5:00 pm

 
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