There are so many reasons why you might want to wait to see each other until the ceremony. Here's a wedding timeline without a first look.
1:00
Jeff arrives at the Bride and Groom’s getting ready location
2:00
Groom + groomsmen depart for ceremony site & take pre-ceremony group photos
2:15
Bride and bridesmaids depart for ceremony location and take pre-ceremony group photos.
3:00
Ceremony
3:30
Family Portraits
Note: I often do family portraits right after the ceremony because everyone you need will be easy to grab. If you can give your family notice that we’ll be taking pictures immediately after the ceremony, that will also ensure that no one wanders off.
4:00
Bridal Party and Bride & Groom Portraits
Note: Depending on what was taken before the ceremony, this normally takes about an hour total.
5:30
Introduction & First Dance
6:00
Welcome toasts & salads followed by speeches and entrees
7:30
Sunset Portraits
If timing feels right, I'd love to grab you two for photo a few minutes before the sunsets. This is usually the best light of the day!
8:00
Dancing Begins
8:30
Cake cutting and bouquet toss
9:00
Photography Ends
