The Cinema Timeline
Designed around light, love, and presence.
Every wedding has its own rhythm — but when it comes to film, timing can transform your story. The Cinema Timeline is our philosophy for shaping a day that feels effortless in the moment and looks breathtaking on screen.
It isn’t about rigid scheduling. It’s about protecting space for the two of you, honoring natural light, and ensuring your film flows like a story.
Our Ideal Timeline
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Getting Ready
The quiet anticipation of the morning: hair, makeup, laughter, and the small details that define your day.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Letters & Interviews
Private vow readings or guided reflections, captured separately in a calm setting. These voices become the foundation of your story.
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM | First Look
An intimate reveal, unhurried and private — a rare moment to pause and truly take each other in.
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Portraits
Romantic and natural portraits of the two of you, framed with intention and emotion.
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Wedding Party & Family Portraits
Gatherings with your closest people, finished before the ceremony so you can enjoy cocktail hour later.
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Break & Décor
You relax while we capture your ceremony and reception spaces at their untouched best.
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM | Golden Hour Portraits
Another portrait session in the soft, cinematic light of evening — often the most romantic images of the day.
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Ceremony
Your vows, your emotions, your people — all bathed in golden light as the sun lowers.
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Cocktail Hour
Time with your guests, laughter, and candid moments, while we blend documentary honesty with cinematic framing.
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Reception
From entrances and toasts to dances and late-night celebrations, the energy builds into a cinematic finale.
11:00 PM | The Finale
A sparkler exit, lantern release, private last dance, or vintage car departure — the perfect closing scene for your story.
Why This Works
Light: Every key moment is timed to take advantage of the best natural light.
Presence: You spend real, unrushed time together before the ceremony.
Balance: Family and group portraits are handled early, so you can be fully present during cocktail hour.
Cinematic Flow: Your day unfolds with the rhythm of a film, each chapter building toward the next.
A Timeline, Not a Schedule
The Cinema Timeline isn’t about restricting your day — it’s about elevating it. We collaborate with your planner and photographer to make sure everything flows seamlessly. Think of it as a creative framework designed to make your film, and your day, feel timeless.