A short video to answer the FAQ: How much time should I leave for portraits on my wedding day?
Keep in mind, I’m speaking on behalf of myself. If your have hired another photographer, please make sure to speak with them about what they suggest but I simply wanted to give those of you who are currently planning your timeline some food for thought on what to keep in mind when planning for “how much time to leave for your portraits”! Let’s face it you’ve invested ALOT of money in your the perfect photographer for you and I think I’m speaking for every photographer when I say, we want you to have awesome images and most importantly we want you to have a stress free, fun, and enjoyable experience. By thinking ahead and keeping the following in mind, we can ensure that we have enough time and that you get the images you’ve always dreamed of!
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If you are already married, please leave a comment below on advice to give to future brides on something you wish YOU KNEW when planning!
I know that for my wedding the photographs were the most important thing to me. The day goes SO fast and when it is all said and done, you don’t remember so much of it until you get your photos back. I would say to any couple getting ready to get married, really enjoy your portrait time. You are choosing the people to be in your portraits because they are the most important to you (family, friends, wedding party) and allow yourself to enjoy that few minutes with them. Don’t be afraid to show your emotions with them or to them (whether it be laughing or crying) In the end, it doesn’t matter what pose you are in with them, if the raw emotion is there, that is what the camera will capture, and it will make the photos so much more important to you. You don’t want to have the same pictures of your wedding that your sister, cousin or friend had at theirs. Allow the photos to be uniquely yours.