W-Hour minus 1
Everybody need to be showered, made up, hair done, dressed and finally primped.Photographer arrives at brides house for dressing table shots, Bridal portraits, bridesmaids, parents etc.Depending on the time/distance to the venue Photographer, bridesmaids and mum leave house by-
W-Hour minus 30 minutesGroom, best man, ushers etc arrive venue and check with clergy or registrar.Guests arrive. Photographer pictures arrivals and bridesmaids and mum when they arrive.
W-Hour minus 5 minutes
Guests should all be inside - bride arrives, photos in car, exiting car and on path / doorway to venue with supporter. N.B. the registrar will normally want to see the Bride & Groom about 15 minutes prior to a civil service.
Immediately after ceremonyDoorway shots - Bride & Groom, + Best Man + Bridesmaids and page boys + ushers. Then loose all the men.
Photos of family and friends - allow up to 45 minutes but check with your photographer about the timings and allow an extra 15 minutes for some nice portraits of the Bride, Groom etc.
Ceremony + 1 hourLeave for the reception. Allow plenty of time for all the guests to arrive - including getting lost, pubs en route etc.
Reception timings are very difficult to predict but allow plenty of time if you want a greetings line, at least 30 - 45 minutes per 100 guests. Talk to the caterers but don't be pressured into hurrying what should be the most relaxed, enjoyable part of your day.
ENJOY YOUR DAY - you have spent a lot of time and money in the planning and preparation - DO NOT let trivialities spoil it. Remember you have absolutely NO: control over the weather. A good photographer will make every possible effort to keep you dry and comfortable, check that they carry spare studio lighting to work indoors if necessary.
Article by Mike Watts.
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