Wedding Day Photography Timeline

Getting Ready (2 Hours Before Ceremony)

📍 Location: Bridal Suite / Groom’s Room

• Bridal Details (30 min)

  • Dress, shoes, rings, invitations, bouquet, jewelry

  • Flat-lay styling of accessories

  • Candid shots of bride and bridesmaids getting ready

• Groom’s Details & Getting Ready (20 min)

  • Cufflinks, tie, boutonniere, shoes, watch

  • Groom getting ready with groomsmen

• Bride Getting Dressed (30 min)

  • Bridesmaids and mother helping with the dress

  • Final touches (veil, jewelry, shoes)

  • First look with bridesmaids & dad

• Solo Portraits (20 min)

  • Bridal portraits (window light, elegant poses)

  • Groom solo portraits (confident & relaxed poses)

First Look & Pre-Ceremony Portraits (1 Hour 30 Minutes Before Ceremony)

📍 Location: Private Outdoor/Indoor Setting

• First Look (15 min)

  • Emotional reactions captured

  • Couple’s candid moments together

• Couple’s Portraits (30 min)

  • Romantic and natural poses

  • Movement shots (walking, twirling, forehead touches)

• Wedding Party Portraits (30 min)

  • Bridesmaids & groomsmen separately

  • Full wedding party together

  • Fun, relaxed group shots

• Family Portraits (15 min)

  • Immediate family with couple

  • Parents, siblings, and grandparents

Ceremony Coverage (30-60 Minutes)

📍 Location: Ceremony Venue

• Ceremony Décor & Guests Arriving (15 min)

  • Ceremony setup details (altar, florals, seating)

  • Guests arriving & candid moments

• Ceremony Moments (30-45 min)

  • Processional (bridesmaids, flower girl, bride walking down the aisle)

  • Groom’s reaction

  • Vows, ring exchange, first kiss

  • Recessional (bride & groom walking back as newlyweds)

Post-Ceremony Portraits (30-45 Minutes)

📍 Location: Ceremony or Reception Venue

• Just Married Couple Portraits (15 min)

  • Sunset lighting (if applicable)

  • Fun, intimate moments together

• Extended Family Portraits (15-20 min)

  • Larger family group shots

  • Candid moments of hugs & celebrations

Cocktail Hour & Reception Details (30 Minutes)

📍 Location: Reception Venue

• Reception Décor & Venue Setup (15 min)

  • Tablescapes, florals, cake, signage

  • Guestbook & seating arrangements

• Candid Cocktail Hour Moments (15 min)

  • Guests mingling & enjoying drinks

  • Bride & groom interactions with guests

Grand Entrance & Reception (2-3 Hours)

📍 Location: Reception Venue

• Grand Entrance (5-10 min)

  • Couple’s entrance & reactions

  • Fun bridal party introductions

• First Dance (5-10 min)

  • Romantic dance & candid reactions

• Dinner & Toasts (45 min - 1 hour)

  • Guests dining & interactions

  • Speeches & laughter moments

• Parent Dances & Special Moments (20 min)

  • Father-daughter & mother-son dances

  • Any cultural or special traditions

• Cake Cutting & Bouquet Toss (15 min)

  • Couple cutting the cake & feeding each other

  • Bouquet & garter toss moments

• Dance Floor Party (45 min - 1 hour)

  • Guests having fun & dancing

  • Fun moments with the couple

Grand Exit (10-15 Minutes)

📍 Location: Venue Exit

• Send-Off Moments (10 min)

  • Sparkler exit, confetti toss, or bubble send-off

  • Final hugs & goodbyes with guests

Notes for the Couple:

✔️ Adjust timing based on your ceremony start time
✔️ Golden hour portraits are best 1 hour before sunset
✔️ Allocate extra time for travel if needed

This timeline ensures a stress-free wedding day with every special moment captured beautifully!