How many hours of photography do I need for my wedding?
How much does a wedding photographer cost?
This might be a common question for many brides! In my almost 8 years of being in business, I have encountered this question many times. Budgeting is often the reason behind this question. I got you, girl! I’ll help you out with simple or complex details such as this one because all of us need a little info right?
Estimating your coverage time can be a little difficult, but it doesn’t have to be. Coverage can vary depending on some factors. Determining factors are guest count, bridal party count, traditions, toasts, first dances, etc., which can be factors that will determine your final timeline.
When we first meet I’ll be able to show you how I work at a wedding. During our meeting together I will put together a customized timeline for your wedding. At our meeting, I will then suggest the most compatible package from the ones listed below.
I have created the following all-inclusive wedding photography packages. Let’s review below all about your wedding photography and how much coverage you need. I will start from the smallest to the biggest one.
Fun Sized
This package is recommended for couples who want all coverage from getting ready to some of the reception and couples who do not want/need that much coverage of the open dance floor. This package works best for 100 guests or fewer weddings, and up to 3 people at the wedding party (bridesmaids and groomsmen). I am including a sample timeline that shows coverage for 6 hours. This sample will have a ceremony at 3 PM.
My fun-sized package ($3500 + tax) includes the following:
6 hours of wedding coverage
2 Photographers
1-hour engagement session
One 8×8 custom cover wedding album
Carefully curated online gallery
Download & Print release
“Let’s Party”
The Let’s Party package is for couples who want a little more. This package is different from the previous one because it includes a bridal session and a larger album. The timeline is the same as the Fun-sized, as they both have 6 hours of coverage.
The Let’s Party package ($4000 + Tax) includes:
6 hours of wedding coverage
2 Photographers1 Hour engagement session
1 Hour Bridal session
One 12×12 custom cover wedding album
Carefully curated online gallery
Download & Print release
Six Hour Wedding Timelines
Fun Sized and Let’s Party!
2:00 Getting Ready*
3:00 Ceremony
3:30 Cocktail Hour / Family and Friends group pictures.
4:15 Start images of the newlyweds
4:30 Reception begins
4:35 Bridal party introductions
4:45 Dinner starts
5:30 Toasts
5:45 First dances – B&G, bride and father, groom and mother
6:00 Open dance floor
6:15 Take the newlyweds for some sunset or twilight images (depending on the time of year the timing may vary)
6:30 Cake cutting
6:40 Open dance floor images
7:30 Cake Cutting
7:40 Bouquet and Garter
7:50 Faux getaway
8:00 End of coverage
*The primary photographer will shoot bridal details, the bride and bridesmaids getting ready, and their portraits. At the same time, the second photographer will take photos of the ceremony details as well as the groom and groomsmen getting ready along with their portraits.
Oh it’s on!
Oh! It’s On! is perfect for couples who want full coverage. It is also a great fit for weddings with over 100 guests and a large wedding party. This package has all you want and need. However, all packages including this one can be customized for your unique wedding.
The Oh! It’s On! package ($4500 + Tax) includes:
8 hours of wedding coverage
2 Photographers (Katy Rox as your primary)
1-hour engagement session
1 Hour bridal session
One 12×12 custom cover wedding album.
Carefully curated online gallery
Download & Print release
Oh! It’s On! Timeline
1:30 Getting Ready *
3:00 Ceremony
3:30 Cocktail Hour / Family and Friends group pictures.
4:15 Start images of the newlyweds
4:30 Reception begins
4:35 Bridal party introductions
4:45 Dinner starts
5:45 Toasts
6:00 First dances – B&G, bride and father, groom and mother
6:20 Open dance floor
6:50 Take the newlyweds for some sunset or twilight images (depending on the time of year the timing may vary)
7:00 Open dance floor images
7:10 Cake cutting
7:40 Bouquet and Garter
7:50 Faux or real getaway
9:30 End of coverage
*The primary photographer will shoot bridal details, the bride and bridesmaids getting ready, and their portraits. At the same time, the second photographer takes photos of the ceremony details and the groom and groomsmen getting ready along with their portraits.
Yes Queen!
Yes, Queen! is perfect for couples who want everything covered. Meant for weddings of 200+ guests, and weddings with a large wedding party as well as ceremonies up to an hour and a half in length. This package has all you want and need.
10 hours of wedding coverage
3 Photographers (Katy Rox as your primary)
2-hour engagement session
2 Hour bridal session
One 12×12 leather cover wedding album for the couple
Two 8×8 custom cover wedding albums for the parents
50 – 5×7 museum quality prints
The Yes Queen timeline
1:00 Getting Ready *
3:00 Ceremony
4:30 Cocktail Hour / Family and Friends group pictures.
5:15 Start images of the newlyweds
5:30 Reception begins
5:35 Bride and Groom alone time
5:50 Bridal party introductions
6:00 Dinner starts
7:00 Toasts
7:30 First dances – B&G, bride and father, groom and mother
7:45 Open dance floor
8:00 Take the newlyweds for some sunset or twilight images (depending on the time of year the timing may vary)
8:15 Open dance floor images
9:00 Cake cutting
10:00 Bouquet and Garter
10:45 Real getaway
11:00 End of Coverage
*The primary photographer will shoot bridal details, the bride and bridesmaids getting ready, and their portraits. At the same time, the second photographer shoots ceremony details as well as the groom and groomsmen getting ready along with their portraits
If you only need coverage on your wedding day without albums or sessions, click here to find out more.