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2 hours is actually surprisingly short, whilst it is certainly possible to cover a wedding ceremony, a few group shots and the essential couple shots it's worth writing a timeline for your day to ensure that 2 hours will actually be enough time.

Know how long wedding photos will take. For the best results, photographers agree that wedding party portraits take about 30 minutes, family portraits take about 30 minutes (if you're sticking with only photographing close family), and couple portraits take between 45 minutes to an hour.

Decide whether or not you'd like to do a first look. As a general rule of thumb, plan for 30 minutes for wedding party, family, and couple portraits, EACH. Whather they happen pre- or post-ceremony, most photographers will need about an hour and a half.

A first look normally takes anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes. That time fits in the wedding timeline one to two hours before guests start arriving. You want to make sure that your wedding ceremony happens at the right time so you have enough time for everything.

IDEAL LOCATION - Venue, Gardens, Lobby ext. ADVICE - Wedding Party Photos should be around 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the size of your party.

I recommend about 30 minutes to 1 hour for getting ready photos and bride/groom portraits. As mentioned, bridal party and family photos can be added onto this if you want all your portraits done before the ceremony for a more hands off and fun loving wedding experience.

Allow 30 minutes post-ceremony for photos of you and your groom. If you did have a first look, you'll still want 15-20 minutes post-ceremony for just the two of you. Save photos of very large groups (like classmates, coworkers, and large extended family groups) for the reception.