Not having a first look? How much time do you need after the ceremony for photos?
Doing a first look is an increasingly popular part of a wedding day, but they aren't for everyone. Without a first look, we usually do most of the photographs after the wedding ceremony.If you want to go the more traditional route and forego the first look, here are the minimum times you will need to schedule out for photos after the ceremony.
For family formals, you will need 30 to 45 minutes depending on your family size.
You should plan a half hour for bride and groom portraits and 30 to 45 minutes for your bridal party pictures, depending on the number of people in your party.
If you travel to multiple locations, you will have to gather everything together and transport it. It is a good idea to designate a friend or someone to do this for you to save time. Ideally that person is not in photos.
Keep in mind that it can be difficult to keep family, friends, and bridal party members together and all in one place after the ceremony, especially if it is a large party. For that reason, you need to plan some extra bubble time in case someone goes missing.
These are the minimum times. If you have more people in your family and bridal party photos, you may want to add some more time.
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FAQ: How Much Time Do You Need for Photos Without a First Look?
Q: How much time should I schedule for family formal photos after the ceremony? A: Plan for 30 to 45 minutes for family formals, depending on your family size. Larger families with more groupings will need closer to 45 minutes.
Q: How long do bride and groom portraits take after the ceremony? A: You should plan approximately 30 minutes for bride and groom portraits to capture a variety of beautiful images together.
Q: How much time is needed for bridal party photos? A: Allow 30 to 45 minutes for bridal party pictures, depending on the number of people in your wedding party. Larger parties need more time.
Q: What if we're traveling to multiple photo locations? A: If you're traveling to multiple locations, you'll need extra time to gather everything and transport it. It's a good idea to designate a friend (who isn't in the photos) to help coordinate logistics and save time.
Q: Should I add extra buffer time to the photo schedule? A: Yes! It can be difficult to keep family, friends, and bridal party members together after the ceremony, especially with a large group. Plan some extra "bubble time" in case someone goes missing or needs to be rounded up.
Q: Are these time estimates minimums or maximums? A: These are minimum times. If you have more people in your family and bridal party photos, you may want to add additional time to ensure a relaxed, unhurried experience.