Let's Get You Married!


Congratulations, you’ve decided to marry your person! And congratulations to me, too, because you’ve chosen me to join you for the ride. Words cannot describe how honored I am to be a part of your love story. I can’t wait to get to know you, to capture your wedding day, and to join you for a reception boogie.

There’s so much to think about between now and then, and I’m sure your heads are already spinning - making decisions about things you didn’t even realize existed. So to make it a little easier, I’ve created this to help guide you through the whole process!

These are all the things that as a photographer I’m thinking about. I’ve made it as comprehensive as possible so that you spend less time worrying about the details and more time getting excited for your wedding!


Think of this as less of a rule book and more of a guide, aimed at preparing you as much as possible so that when The Big Day rolls around, you can kick back and enjoy the champagne and the presence of all your nearest and dearest, of course.

Timelines


Timelines and run sheets make your day flow smoothly, giving your guests, staff, and vendors a general idea of when and where everything will pan out. 


Timelines as with weddings, there is no one-size-fits-all approach so it’s super important to make a timeline that works for you. If you have a wedding planner, they’ll be able to help you create something that aligns with your vision of the 

perfect day. But one thing to remember is that things almost always take longer than you think they will. Allow some time in between events so you have a second to breathe, kiss your partner, and drink some water. 


I am here to help you!

If you need any help at all in putting your timeline together I am here to help! I can work with you to plan it out so everyone is on the same page. We can discuss this in your pre wedding catch up and go over all the details.


Reach out when you’re ready to discuss this and I’ll talk you through why it’s absolutely necessary! 


Getting Ready


The getting ready part of the day has all of the feels crammed into a couple of nervous hours. With all of the action buzzing around the couple, it’s easy to find yourself in a really chaotic, crowded, and cluttered space that inadvertently adds stress to the situation. Considering the right space for this part of the day is more important than most people think, which is why I recommend thinking about this early.


The factors that contribute to me getting good 

photos are also the ones that contribute to a more relaxed day for everyone. 


Here’s what I’ve learned we need:

  • A clutter-free space
  • Good natural light and lots of it!
  • A space that is clear and tidy is key! If at home, don’t forget to get rid of all of the day-to-day clutter like electric fans or socks or dog beds. Fill the space with flowers, your favourite things, and just a couple of your favourite people.
  • Enough time (at least one hour for brides and 45 mins for grooms)
  • While each of you are getting ready, chances are you’ll be filled with nerves. As you won’t have each other for comfort in these moments, consider writing a love letter for your fiance to read before the ceremony. It’ll be a nice little keepsake, make for some incredibly emotion-filled images before the ceremony, and help build the excitement in the lead up to the ‘I-do’s’.
  • Especially for grooms, make sure they know when I am arriving and have them ready for action so we don't use time while they are fluffing around.

TIP: A big window is ideal when taking portraits of people getting their makeup done. (The makeup artist will love the extra light, too!)


TIP: A great way to maximise my time is to put all of the things aside that I need for the detail shots. The ring, the shoes, the cuff links, the love letters - put it all aside so I can arrange them and swap through quickly.

First Looks


First looks are probably hands- down one of the sweetest new wedding traditions, shaking off old school traditions that say you shouldn’t see each other until you’re on opposite ends of the aisle. They kick up the romance a couple notches, 

allowing you two to share a private moment without your guests, and allowing me to capture some of the unfolding awe and excitement between you.


Planning is key to make sure that the location is right and I can be in the right spot to capture the surprise and wonder of the moment. When you’re ready, let’s talk about where you’ll each stand, where I’ll be, and how we can tee everything up so the shot is absolutely perfect.


I’m a big fan of first looks because they ease the pressure of portraits during the ceremony knowing we’ve got a few good ones in the bag. As soon as the ceremony’s over you can loosen the tie, kick off the heels, and get silly with your friends and family.


A first look would happen 30 minutes before your ceremony is due to start. It is a provate, beautiful moment just for you two. And me of course!