your big day


Yay!


I'm ecstatic for you! This guide is packed with helpful tips

that is aimed to assist you throughout the entire process of

your wedding planning. My goal is to be so much more than

your photographer. I'd love for you to consider me your

friend because we'll be spending a lot of time together on

your wedding day! Over the years, I've picked up a few

tricks that will help me ensure that your images are simply

stunning since you deserve nothing less. Allow me to give

you the lowdown on what you may expect.


-Charmone


Example timeline

This is just an example timeline that can be chopped and changed to your needs with a few tips and tricks with weddings that I've learned from 2019 up to now.


12:00 - 12:50


GROOM & PARTY


Please make sure the gents are ready and dressed when I arrive. I

usually start with the groom's details shot put all the details together in a

box for me to grab quickly instead of searching for them. This includes

his tie, jacket, aftershave, shoes, socks, shoulder bouquet and belt.

I then will photograph the groom and his men, be dressed before I arrive

Sigar and whiskey Photos are always fun, we all know how creative the men can be.

Be sure your getting-ready location has natural light and enough space

13:00 - 14:20


BRIDE & PARTY


Have fewer people in your room while you get ready. Inform

your hair and makeup artists when to be finished. Be sure your

getting-ready location has natural light and enough space.

14:30 - 15:30


CEREMONY & CONFETTI


Please ask the MC to announce that no phones are allowed during the

ceremony (the reason for this is, with my personal wedding, all my

photos had Oom Faan in the back with his camera phone in the aisle).

A group photo after the ceremony is always a good idea.

Please let me know roughly how long your ceremony will be, your officiant will know exactly.

16:00 - 17:00


FAMILY & BRIDAL PARTY


Set up a family photo list and ask the MC to announce who is next. Every family

situation is different. Please prepare a list of family combinations

that you want to be photographed. Ask a friend or family member

beforehand to help coordinate the photos and get them together.


15:30 - 16:00


CANAPES & DECOR


Whew! The stressful part is over, and you can't think straight. Grab a bite to eat, mingle,

and greet. I will quickly slip away to do some decor & location shots, and I'll be

back right before you do a champagne tower/cake cutting

17:00 - 18:30

COUPLE PHOTOS (SUNSET)


I always recommend doing the couple shoot at sunset.

Send me all your inspo so we can create your perfect day

18:30


COUPLE ENTER RECEPTION


Please let me know if you have anything planned

for your entrance such as confetti, sparkles, champagne etc.

18:30 - 21:00


RECEPTION COVERAGE


Please be sure that there is a chair for me to just put my things

 down and for my feet to take a break during dinner.

Here are the usual reception events:

  • grand entrance
  • toasts
  • first dance
  • parent dances
  • bouquet toss
  • garter toss
  • cake cutting

extra things out of the ordinary


  • Exchange your engagement shoot for a Friday get together with friends and having a few photos of everyone before the wedding, as well as a mini couple flash shoot
  • Doing a ribbon wrapping ceremony - where everyone dear and near has the opportunity to come forward and wrap the bridal couple's hands with ribbons
  • Planting a tree after the ceremony at the venue - giving back to nature
  • Skipping the Bouquet toss and giving it to the mother of the bride
  • Disappearing during your reception to get a champagne shot.
  • Have personalised wash-off tattoos for your guests during reception
  • Dress change during reception


extra things out of the ordinary


  • Exchange your engagement shoot for a Friday get together with friends and having a few photos of everyone before the wedding, as well as a mini couple flash shoot
  • Doing a ribbon wrapping ceremony - where everyone dear and near has the opportunity to come forward and wrap the bridal couple's hands with ribbons
  • Planting a tree after the ceremony at the venue - giving back to nature
  • Skipping the Bouquet toss and giving it to the mother of the bride
  • Disappearing during your reception to get a champagne shot.
  • Have personalised wash-off tattoos for your guests during reception
  • Dress change during reception


I can't wait to capture your wedding!


Thank you for trusting me.


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