Experience

I'm truly honored to have been chosen as your wedding photographer. Capturing the beauty and joy of your special day is a responsibility I deeply cherish. Thank you for entrusting me with this task. I look forward to creating timeless memories that you'll treasure forever. Here's to a wonderful journey ahead!

Here is a little guide I have put together that can help in the planning process to get the best possible photographs on the day. I always say the two most important things that go into creating beautiful wedding photographs is a great timeline that allows natural moments to unfold and great light - structuring the day as best we can to maximize the best possible use of light for your event.

Usually, I came 2-3 hours prior the ceremony (if you choose the standard package with getting ready photos) or 30 minutes prior ceremony (if you choose Elopement package without getting ready photos). From the moment I arrive to the moment I leave, you are my top priority. Like a silent witness, I will be there to capture your moments with the utmost discretion. I believe that the wedding day should not be a continuous photo shoot, so I leave space for the spouses and their loved ones to enjoy the day in tranquility and serenity. And in the meantime I take many beautiful photographs.

I kindly advise my clients to refrain from sunbathing two days prior to their wedding. Despite my sincere recommendations, I've encountered instances where clients were adamant about tanning before the big day, only to end up with painful sunburns. Unfortunately, Photoshop can't always rectify such situations. Additionally, sunburns lead to swelling, resulting in unwanted puffiness in photographs. Let's ensure you look your best by avoiding excessive sun exposure and considering wardrobe choices that won't leave unwanted marks.

1. Groom's Getting Ready: (approx 30 minutes) Some grooms prefer not to be photographed at this stage of the day for location reasons or otherwise. Please feel free to do whatever feels best for you.

2. Bride's Getting Ready: (approx 1,5 hours) I typically arrive to the bride approximately 2 hours before the ceremony begins, assuming the getting ready and ceremony locations are nearby. By the time I arrive, the bride's makeup and hair should be nearly complete. We'll capture some shots with the finishing touches from the makeup artist, as well as moments in the getting ready attire. Once ready, the bride will don her dress, and we'll proceed with individual portraits, as well as group photos with parents and bridesmaids.

3. Ceremony: (approx 15 minutes to 1,5 hours) The duration of the ceremony will depend on the specific traditions and preferences, but this is typically outlined in advance.

4. Post-Ceremony Congratulations: Allow for 20-30 minutes immediately following the ceremony for guests to offer congratulations and well-wishes.

5. Bridal Party and Family Photos: (approx 10 - 30 minutes) While guests enjoy drinks or an aperitif, we'll use this time to capture formal photos with the bride, groom, bridal party, and both families. This ensures we have memorable shots of everyone while guests are occupied.

6. Bride and groom photoshoot: Approximately 30-45 minutes before sunset, we'll schedule a dedicated photoshoot with just the bride and groom. Usually I suggest to do photoshoot when your guests are already enjoy their dinner. But the timing of this session may vary depending on the month of your wedding to take advantage of the best natural light.

7. Dinner: The duration of the dinner should be confirmed with your caterer, as it can vary based on the meal service and program.

7. Cake Cutting and First Dance: After dinner, we'll capture the special moments of the cake cutting ceremony and the bride and groom's first dance, which typically marks the beginning of the evening's festivities.

Below are some common family photo combinations to consider for the portraits. I typically suggest limiting the number of combinations to ten or fewer to keep the process efficient. However, every family is unique, so feel free to prioritize what's most important to you, and I'll accommodate accordingly. Allocate about 2 minutes for each combination, aiming for a maximum of 20 minutes for this portion of the day.

Before the wedding, it's helpful to communicate with family members about which portraits they consider important. Additionally, if there are any special family dynamics we should be aware of, please inform us in advance. This ensures a smooth and stress-free portrait session. Here are the most common combinations:

Bridal party:

1. Bride and Groom with Bridal party

2. Bride and Groom with Bridesmaids

3. Bride and Groom with Groomsmen

Families:

1. Bride and Groom with Bride's Parents
2. Bride and Groom with Groom's Parents
3. Bride with Parents
4. Groom with Parents
5. Bride and Groom with Both Sets of Parents
6. Bride and Groom with Siblings
7. Bride and Groom with Extended Family (Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins)
8. Bride with Siblings
9. Groom with Siblings
10. Bride and Groom with Immediate Family (Parents and Siblings)

Feel free to customize this list according to your family dynamics, and let me know if there are any specific combinations you'd like to add or adjust!

YOU BOOKED ME AS YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER, SO WHAT'S NEXT

THE WEDDING DAY! What to expect

LIST OF GROUP PHOTOS