On your wedding day, you will want to remember every single moment. From the time you start getting ready to the time you walk down the aisle, every detail is important. This is why it is essential to have a photographer there to capture it all! But how long should you have a photographer at your wedding?


Most photographers recommend that you have them there for at least 8 hours. This gives them enough time to get all of the important shots, like when you are getting ready, walking down the aisle, saying your vows, and having your first dance. They will also be able to get plenty of candid shots of you and your guests enjoying themselves.

However, if you want more than just the basics, you may want to consider having your photographer there for even longer. For instance, if you are having a destiantion wedding, you may want to have your photographer there for an entire weekend so they can capture all of the pre-wedding activities, like the rehearsal dinner and welcome party.


Having a photographer at your wedding is one of the best ways to ensure that you will have beautiful memories to look back on for years to come. When deciding how long to have them there, think about what moments are most important to you and make sure those are captured!

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