While spending the weekend at a private, cultural ceremony, I was delighted to have photographer Theresa Choi on site. Theresa was a pleasure to work with, as well as a great talent.
Prior to this wedding, the couple directed me to her webpage, where I found a great reference for tips on creating a Photography Timeline. Mapping out and timing your photos is an important factor on your special day. We would like to thank Theresa Choi for allowing us to share her advice. Please feel free to take a look at Theresa Choi Photography and additional blogs at www.theresachoi.com!
PREPARATION
I would recommend planning for about one hour of photography coverage (this is where I take photos of details such as dress, bouquet, shoes, invitation, etc., hair & make up being completed if done on-site, bride getting into the dress, and some bridal portraits)
I would recommend planning for about one hour of photography coverage (this is where I take photos of details such as dress, bouquet, shoes, invitation, etc., hair & make up being completed if done on-site, bride getting into the dress, and some bridal portraits)
FIRST LOOK/WEDDING PARTY/BRIDE & GROOM PORTRAITS
I would HIGHLY recommend doing a first look and planning for at least one hour for these portraits (1.5 hours would be even better!) Doing so would allow me to create the best collection of portraits from your wedding day, in addition to the rest of the photos throughout the day. This is a very efficient use of time for photography and it significantly reduces stress for everyone involved, which is reflected in the photos! *In the event that you wish not to do a first look, I would recommend having 1-1.5 hours after the ceremony for portraits of the bride/groom and wedding party only (family photos require additional time, please see below)
I would HIGHLY recommend doing a first look and planning for at least one hour for these portraits (1.5 hours would be even better!) Doing so would allow me to create the best collection of portraits from your wedding day, in addition to the rest of the photos throughout the day. This is a very efficient use of time for photography and it significantly reduces stress for everyone involved, which is reflected in the photos! *In the event that you wish not to do a first look, I would recommend having 1-1.5 hours after the ceremony for portraits of the bride/groom and wedding party only (family photos require additional time, please see below)
30 MINUTES BEFORE CEREMONY
We should finish all of the portraits by this time so that the bride and her bridesmaids can hide from the guests as they arrive for the ceremony.
We should finish all of the portraits by this time so that the bride and her bridesmaids can hide from the guests as they arrive for the ceremony.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER CEREMONY (USUALLY COCKTAIL HOUR)
It usually takes about 30 minutes for family portraits. If time allows, then additional bride/groom portraits can be taken. Photographer(s) would use the last 15-30 minutes of the cocktail hour for reception room detail shots and preparing for the introduction of the bride/groom and the wedding party into the reception room.
It usually takes about 30 minutes for family portraits. If time allows, then additional bride/groom portraits can be taken. Photographer(s) would use the last 15-30 minutes of the cocktail hour for reception room detail shots and preparing for the introduction of the bride/groom and the wedding party into the reception room.
RECEPTION
Unless there is a special exit planned at the end of the reception that you would like documented, it is not imperative for the photographer(s) to stay until the very end. As long as all of the key events of the reception are covered (first dance, cake cutting, some of open dance, etc.), most of the open dance photos end up looking very similar. I am only bringing this to attention in the event that you wish to strictly follow the coverage hours stated in your contract without purchasing additional hours. It may be a good idea to have the photographer(s) arrive early to cover the preparation/portraits and leave before the very end of the reception in order to cover a wide range of events.
Unless there is a special exit planned at the end of the reception that you would like documented, it is not imperative for the photographer(s) to stay until the very end. As long as all of the key events of the reception are covered (first dance, cake cutting, some of open dance, etc.), most of the open dance photos end up looking very similar. I am only bringing this to attention in the event that you wish to strictly follow the coverage hours stated in your contract without purchasing additional hours. It may be a good idea to have the photographer(s) arrive early to cover the preparation/portraits and leave before the very end of the reception in order to cover a wide range of events.
DINNER
It works best for the photographer(s) to be provided with dinner while the bride/groom are eating. That way, I/we can be ready to capture the next set of events during the reception! Plus, most people do not like to be photographed while eating, nor is it flattering!
It works best for the photographer(s) to be provided with dinner while the bride/groom are eating. That way, I/we can be ready to capture the next set of events during the reception! Plus, most people do not like to be photographed while eating, nor is it flattering!
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