YOUR

Wedding Guide

CHAPTER THREE

Family Portraits and Group Shots

Group Photos

If you want a group photo with all your loved ones, we can take it right after the ceremony when everyone is gathered together. We'll need plenty of space, so an outdoor location is ideal.

I'll work with the celebrant to direct everyone to the group photo spot. Enlisting a "loud" friend can also help gather everyone together. Though not necessary, a step ladder and loudspeaker can come in handy if we need to get everyone's attention and provide directions.

Your wedding day is an incredible opportunity to capture precious moments with your loved ones. To make sure we get all the shots you want, I kindly request that you provide me with a list of the specific photo groups you have in mind ahead of time. Depending on the size of your family, this can take anywhere from 20 minutes to 1 hour.

To help everything run smoothly, I reccommend assigning one of your trusted friends or family members to assist in gathering the different groups.

Family Photos

FAMILY ONE

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Parents

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Siblings

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Immediate Family

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Extended Family

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Grandparents

Example of family photos for you and your partner may be:

FAMILY TWO

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Parents

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Siblings

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Immediate Family

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Extended Family

  • Partner 1 & Partner 2 + Partner 1 Grandparents

How Long Do Family Photos Take?

This usually depends on how big your family is, how many groups you’ll be separating your family into, and how easy it is to coordinate everyone during the session. I reccommend 2-3 minutes per group.

Generally, for a family of:

  • 20 (6-8 groups): it will take around 10–20min

  • 30 (9-12 groups): it will take around 20–30min

  • 40 (13-16 groups): it will take around 30–40 min

  • 50+ (17-25 groups): it will take around 40min–1hr

If there are any sensitive or challenging family dynamics that I should be mindful of, please feel free to share with me. My goal is to create a comfortable and stress-free environment for everyone on your special day.