Question 1

How long will group photos actually take on the day?

Accepted Answer

A full group of everyone usually takes about ten minutes, and smaller family groupings are done in a minute or two. I keep things moving so you're straight back to the party.

Question 2

What's the best time to do family photos?

Accepted Answer

Straight after the ceremony or during the drinks reception works best, everyone's already gathered in one place. It means less chasing people down later on.

Question 3

Who helps round everyone up for the family photos?

Accepted Answer

I'll usually ask an usher or a helpful family member to grab the right people for me. It keeps things moving without me shouting names across a lawn.

Question 4

What if my mum wants a big family photo but I'd rather skip it?

Accepted Answer

We can do both. Give me your must-have list and we'll knock those out quickly, then get back to enjoying the day without it taking over.

Question 5

Will guests be stood around waiting while you do group shots?

Accepted Answer

No, that's exactly what I try to avoid. There's no fifty-combination shot list, just the key groupings done briskly so nobody's stood about bored.

Question 6

Do I need to prepare a shot list for family groups?

Accepted Answer

Only if you want particular combinations, tell me who matters most and I'll make sure we get them. Otherwise I'll capture plenty of natural group moments as the day unfolds anyway.

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