I normally agree a time with my couples that they would like me to arrive at the venue and where they would like me first. usually with bride to do getting ready shots.

However I will always arrive at least an hour before that, this is when I will find somewhere at the venue to store my equipment, familiarise myself with the ceremony location and get some exterior and detail shots.

Once I have shots of the bride I will usually leave her and find the groom to get pictures with his groomsmen and detail shots of the rings.. (same situation in a Bride/Bride, Groom/Groom wedding scenario).

After that I will return to the Bride and get some final shots before she sets off towards the ceremony.

I will then position myself at the front of the isle, introduce myself to the officiant if I've not done so already. I will then take candid shots of the guests being seated, the groomsmen and the Groom as he waits his wife to be! ( I love the nervous look on the grooms face) 

As the ceremony begins and the Bridesmaids arrive I photograph them walking down the isle. Then when the bride arrives I will be stood at the front near the groom photographing her procession to the front. When she arrives I will move aside usually to the left of the officiant ( groom side).

During the ceremony I will take photographs of the couples reactions from different viewpoints. I photograph the ring exchange ** a tip to guarantee a great shot is to hold the ring between your thumb and first finger and slowly place it on the finger when its fully on hold it in position for a few seconds ** this gives the photographer time to get a good shot.

Then when you are announced as Husband and wife and kiss each other,  another tip is to hold the kiss for a few seconds.

Once that's done I will position myself at the far end of the aisle and take photos as you walk towards me and you guests and family congratulate you on your marriage.

The sweet trolley and hog roast is a photographers diet!

This is a common question and something you will need to check with your photographer about, I have now added food and soft drinks to my contract. Its a long day and if I am to do my best work to provide you with great photos I need energy. I don't expect to sit with your family and friends, I often sit in the bar area of the venue