Why a second shooter?

Your wedding day unfolds quickly, and some of the most meaningful moments happen simultaneously. With two photographers, nothing is missed. While one focuses on you, the other captures what’s happening around you - the reactions, the anticipation, the in-between moments you don’t always realize were happening.

Getting Ready | Both Stories Matter

The morning of your wedding sets the tone for the entire day.

With one photographer:

• Coverage usually prioritizes one partner

• The other side is rushed or partially missed

With two photographers:

• One documents one of your details, emotions, and final touches

• One documents the other person's moments, energy, and connections

Both stories are told fully and intentionally and intertwine in your gallery in chronological order.

First Look | Emotion From Every Angle

First looks are intimate, emotional, and fleeting.

With two photographers:

• One captures the moment as it unfolds

• The other captures the close up reaction: the tears, smiles, and nervous laughter

These are two completely different perspectives of the same moment, and together they tell the full story.

Ceremony | You and Your Guests

During the ceremony, your guests are experiencing the moment right alongside you and their reactions matter to tell the full story of your day.

While one photographer focuses on:

• You walking down the aisle

• The vows

• The kiss

The second photographer captures:

• Parents wiping tears

• Guests leaning in

• The joy, emotion, and atmosphere of the space

These are the photos couples often say they treasure most because they show how loved they are.

More Perspectives, More Story

Two photographers allow for:

• Wide, scene-setting images

• Tight, emotional close-ups

• Different angles of the same moment

This variety creates a richer, more complete gallery and one that feels cinematic and immersive instead of repetitive.

Cocktail Hour | The Moments You Don’t See

Cocktail hour is one of the most overlooked parts of the day and one of the most meaningful.

While one photographer stays with you for:

• Portraits

• Family photos

The second photographer focuses on:

• Guests reconnecting

• Laughter and hugs

• The atmosphere you worked so hard to create

These photos tell the story of your celebration beyond just the two of you.

Built-In Backup & Peace of Mind

A second shooter also provides:

• Additional coverage if timelines shift

• Flexibility when something runs long

• Backup perspectives and support

Your wedding day happens once and it happens fast. that's why I include a second shooter.

It’s an extra layer of reassurance on a day that is priceless.

A second shooter ensures the moments you felt but didn’t see, the reactions you missed, and the stories unfolding around you are all captured beautifully.

It’s not about more photos.

It’s about a more complete story.