Your wedding date is quickly approaching and one question that often gets asked is, “How long will we need for certain photos and wedding events?” Here is a helpful guide to Wedding Day Photography Event Time Frames when deciding how many hours you want to book your photographer to capture the main events. It is also a good idea to consult with your planner as they might have suggestions that pertain to your specific location or wedding day.

 

Bridal details and getting ready photographs – 1-1.5 hours

Getting in Gown – 30 minutes

Groom getting ready – 30 minutes

Groomsmen Photos – 15 minutes

Bridesmaid Photos – 15 minutes

First Look & Portraits – 30 minutes

Ceremony Details – 20 minutes

Ceremony – 30 minutes

Family Photos – 30 minutes

Full Wedding Party Photos – 15 minutes

Romantic Couple Portraits – 30-45 minutes

Cocktail hour – 20 minutes

Reception photos (preferably before guests are let in) – 20 minutes

Grand Entrance – 5 minutes

First Dance – 3 minutes

Dinner – 45 minutes (usually photographers take dinner break during this time)

Toasts – 15 minutes

Formal Dances – 5-10 minutes

Open Dancing – 30 minutes

Grand Exit – 15 minutes

Don’t forget to stop by www.amycaptureslove.com/wedding-contact and let me know if you are interested in hearing more about how I can help you capture your special day and help make all of the photography decisions easy ones!