Pick a starting point. You can always add more later.
1
The ceremony
The vows, the looks, the tears, the laughs. I capture it as it happens, staying out of the way but ready for those in-between moments.
15–45 min
2
Hugs & kisses
That rush right after. Friends swarming in, family crying. Some of the most genuine energy of the day.
10–20 min
3
Portraits together
A relaxed 20-30 minutes for photos of the two of you. No stiff posing. We walk, we chat, I capture you being yourselves.
20–30 min
Two hours is not "less than" anything. Some of my favourite weddings have been under two hours. You don't need a big production to have a meaningful celebration.
Want getting ready or reception? Add an hour or two closer to your date once you know what your day looks like.
1
Getting ready
I capture vibes, not stuff. Less dresses hanging up, more feelings. Good for rapport and settling into having a camera around.
20–30 min each
2
First look optional
If getting ready separately, a chance to say hello before the ceremony. Settles nerves. Can flow into early portraits so you don't disappear later.
10–20 min
3
The ceremony
However long, however it looks. Traditional aisle or greeting guests together. 15 minutes or 2 hours. Your call.
varies
4
Hugs & kisses
Post-ceremony chaos. One of the most emotional parts. You get swarmed by your people.
10–20 min
5
Portraits & family
Relaxed couple portraits, family groupings if you want. No rush, no rigid shot list.
30–45 min
6
Reception beginnings
Cocktail mingling, dinner starting, maybe some speeches. We work out together where I wrap up.
1–2 hrs
Six hours gives flexibility without pressure. The arc of the day, the important moments, and time for me to disappear into the background.
Realised you want the dance floor too? Add an extra hour or two anytime before your wedding.
1
Getting ready
Vibes over stuff. A window into each other's mornings. Great for rapport.
20–30 min each
2
First look optional
Private moment before the ceremony. Just you two, or with your crew. Can flow into early portraits.
10–30 min
3
The ceremony
Traditional, alternative, quick, long, legal, symbolic. Whatever it is, I'm documenting the real thing.
varies
4
Hugs & kisses
The emotional surge. Family rushing in. Unscripted gold.
10–20 min
5
Portraits & family
Plenty of time for couples, wedding party, family groupings. Can sneak away for golden hour if timing works.
45–60 min
6
Reception & dinner
Cocktail hour, table settings, room filling up, candid moments. The stuff that makes your wedding yours.
1.5–2 hrs
7
Speeches
The laughs, tears, unexpected moments. Reactions as much as speakers.
30–60 min
8
Dancing
First dance, parent dances, dance floor chaos. I stay until we've captured the energy.
1+ hrs
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Golden hour if timing allows
Sometimes we sneak away for 10 minutes when the light is magic. Not always possible, but when it works, it's beautiful.
10–15 min
Eight hours doesn't mean I'm in your face the whole time. Lots of space to step back and let things happen naturally.
Need even more? Extra hours are always available. Some weddings go longer and that's totally fine.
