A first look is when you see each other privately before the ceremony.

Benefits of a first look include:

A quiet, emotional moment just for the two of you

More flexibility in your timeline

More portraits in natural daylight

Less pressure and nerves before the ceremony

More time together on your wedding day

There’s no “right” choice, only what feels best for you.

A flatlay is a styled photograph of your wedding details arranged artfully and sometimes playfully photographed from above. These are also often referred as your detail photos.These images tell the story of your day and preserve meaningful items you may never see together again.

Flatlay or detail items can be a variety of things but typically include: your rings, shoes, invitation sweet, any other jewelry. But that is not limited couples have included cologne and perfume, cuff links, bow ties, veils, extra florals from your florist, and bouquet.

If you have items that are sentimental to you and want to give them a moment of extra attention feel free to include them. Like I said before there are no rules to your wedding day. I am to make it as unique as you are!

I always love photographing details but I also understand as this sometimes doesn’t fit in to a day or isn’t important to the couple. Thats totally okay this is again your day, we can skip things that do not align with your vision

Is a short period just before sunset when light is soft, warm, and often an ideal for portraits.

An additional photographer who captures alternative angles, guest reactions, and moments happening simultaneously.

It can be a great way to make a timeline a little less hectic by having things shot at the same time. I often love to have a second shooter photograph guests while I grab family photos.

While these roles often sound interchangeable, they serve very different purposes. Understanding who does what helps ensure you have the right support in place.

Wedding Planner
A wedding planner is involved throughout the planning process, helping with design, logistics, timelines, and vendor coordination from early on. They support decision-making, manage moving parts, and advocate for your priorities leading up to—and on—the wedding day. Their role is both strategic and hands-on, allowing you to stay focused on the experience rather than the details.

Wedding Coordinator (or Day-Of Coordinator)
A coordinator typically steps in closer to the wedding date, often in the final weeks. They take over the finalized plan, confirm timelines, and ensure everything runs smoothly on the day itself. Coordinators focus on execution rather than planning, making sure vendors arrive on time, events stay on schedule, and transitions feel seamless.

Venue Coordinator
A venue coordinator represents the venue, not the couple. Their role is to manage the venue’s operations, policies, and staff. While they may assist with basic logistics related to the space, they do not oversee your full timeline, coordinate outside vendors, or manage personal details. Many couples assume this role replaces a planner or coordinator, but it does not.

Why This Matters
Having a planner or coordinator who works for you ensures that someone is focused on your experience, your timeline, and your priorities, rather than just the venue’s needs.