If your ceremony and reception are at different venues in NYC, Long Island, or Newark, choose a portrait plan that leaves you time with your guests.
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Choose a spot on your route
A short stop can take much longer once you add unloading, walking, crowds, and gathering the wedding party. Check access and photography requirements before building your timeline around a landmark.
Decide who needs to travel
Take couple portraits at one location and keep family photos at a venue that’s easier for relatives to reach. If a city portrait and a Long Island reception pull you in opposite directions, consider portraits before the ceremony or on a separate day.
Choose a backup you’d enjoy
Ask your coordinator about a nearby courtyard, staircase, or bright indoor space. Pick the backup before the wedding so rain or traffic doesn’t turn into a last-minute decision.
