Overview
A full set of wedding photos that reads like the day felt. No missing arrivals, no gaps between locations, and no surprises when the light changes. You’ll have ceremony, portraits and reception covered in one consistent story.
We’ll lock in timings and addresses early, then cover prep, the ceremony, portraits, the reception, speeches and the first dance. You’ll end up with a complete, easy-to-share record of the day, delivered in an online gallery, with clear pricing below.
We work like the day has a call sheet. We confirm the run sheet and travel time between locations, split for prep when it helps, then shoot with an eye on light changes and the moments that can’t be repeated. When the pace picks up, we keep moving and keep you on time without pulling focus.
Who you are working with
We’re Breakwater Studio, a two-photographer team focused on weddings where the schedule matters. We came up shooting fast-moving days: getting ready in two places, a ceremony that starts on the dot, then straight into portraits and reception. That mix taught us to plan travel and light first, then make space for real moments inside the plan.
People book us when they want coverage across the day without managing the photographer. We confirm details, turn up early, and keep gear and lighting options ready for mixed conditions. We also shoot with the edit in mind, so the gallery feels like one day, not a handful of separate locations stitched together.
The team
You’ll deal with the same two people from planning through delivery, so nothing gets lost between a sales call and the wedding day.
Recent projects
A few examples of full-day coverage where the schedule and lighting changed fast, but the photos still land as one clear story.
Two-location prep to ceremony
Prep was split across two addresses, then straight into a fixed-start ceremony. We covered both sets of details and arrivals, then delivered a gallery that flowed without any missing joins.
Beach portraits in hard light
Portraits were scheduled at midday with wind off the water. We chose sheltered angles, kept hair and dress under control between frames, and shot fast so the run sheet stayed intact.
Dark reception with dancing
The reception ran from speeches into a busy dance floor with mixed lighting. We set consistent flash levels early, kept skin tones steady, and captured the room energy without blur.
“We had a tight schedule and a few locations, and nothing was missed. The gallery feels complete, and the reception photos actually look like the night did.”
Bride and groom, a multi-location wedding day
Run sheet photo plan
A confirmed plan based on your timeline and locations, including travel buffers and the photo moments we’ll anchor to, so the day stays covered when things shift.
PREPARATION PHOTO COVERAGE
Getting-ready coverage that focuses on people and key details, with one photographer able to cover a second location when prep is happening in two places.
CEREMONY AND GROUP PHOTOS
Full ceremony coverage plus formal group shots afterwards. We’ll guide the group list quickly and clearly, so you get the photos and still make it to the next location on time.
Couple portrait set
A focused portrait session that works in harsh sun or shade. We’ll choose angles and locations that flatter the light and keep the time block tight.
RECEPTION, SPEECHES AND DANCING
Coverage from arrivals through speeches and the first dance, with lighting set for dark rooms and dance floors so faces stay clear and the atmosphere stays true.
ONLINE GALLERY DELIVERY
A private online gallery with your edited images, ready to view on phone and desktop, easy to share with family, and simple to download in high resolution.
Pricing
Pick the coverage that matches your run sheet and how many locations you’re moving between. These are full-day options priced for two photographers.
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Next steps
If the coverage and approach in this proposal fits your day, the next step is to lock the date in and start the run sheet plan.
1. Sign to accept the proposal and secure the date. 2. Send your run sheet, venue addresses, and your group photo list. 3. Jump on a quick planning call so we can confirm timings and start points.
CAN YOU COVER BOTH PARTNERS GETTING READY IF WE’RE IN DIFFERENT PLACES?
Yes. We’re a two-photographer team, so we can split across two prep locations when timings overlap. We’ll confirm addresses, parking and start times in the run sheet call so the handover into the ceremony is smooth.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT’S HARSH SUN OR WINDY AT THE BEACH?
We plan portraits around the light you’ve got, not the light you wish you had. In harsh sun we use shade, angles and quick movement. In wind we pick sheltered spots and keep poses simple so hair and outfits stay under control.
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How do you handle dark receptions and dance floors?
We bring lighting that’s built for mixed reception rooms and moving dance floors. We set a consistent base early, then adjust as the room changes, so speeches stay clean and dancing still feels like the night, not a spotlight.
WHEN DO WE GET THE PHOTOS AND HOW ARE THEY DELIVERED?
You’ll get an online gallery with the full edited set. Most galleries go out within about two weeks, depending on the season. We’ll confirm the delivery date at the wedding, once we know the exact finish time and coverage.
Booking and payment
To lock in the date we take a 30% retainer, with the balance due 14 days before the wedding. We’ll send one invoice with both payments and the due dates listed.
What we need from you. We’ll ask for your run sheet, addresses, and key contacts (planner, celebrant, venue) at least 14 days before the day. If timings change on the day, tell us as soon as they’re confirmed.
Coverage and locations. Our coverage runs across preparation, ceremony, portraits, and reception as listed in your package. If the day involves moving between locations, we’ll follow the agreed run sheet and build in travel time with you.
Two prep locations. We can cover both partners getting ready in different places because there are two of us. We’ll confirm who starts where in the run sheet call so nobody is waiting for a camera to arrive.
Light and weather. If it’s harsh sun, wind, or rain, we’ll shift the couple portrait plan to shade, shelter, or an indoor spot nearby. The aim stays the same: clean light, steady timing, and no missed moments.
Dark receptions and dance floors
For dim rooms and mixed lighting we bring our own lighting and use it where it won’t distract from speeches or the dance floor. If a venue has restrictions, we’ll work within them and prioritise key moments.
Delivery. Your photos are delivered in an online gallery within 6 to 8 weeks. The gallery includes high-resolution downloads and web-size copies, and it stays live for 12 months from delivery.
Changes to the plan. If you add hours, add locations, or change the coverage after booking, we’ll confirm the change by email before we do it. Any added time is billed at $450 per hour for the team of two.
Ownership and use. You can download, share, and print your wedding photos for personal use. We keep the copyright and may use selected images in our portfolio unless you ask for a full privacy hold in writing before the wedding.
