Most Brides Get Their Wedding Timeline Wrong—Here’s How to Fix It (with real wedding examples)
Design your own wedding day timeline with confidence 🕒✨
If wedding timelines feel overwhelming, confusing, or like they were made for someone else’s wedding… this episode is for you.
In this solo episode of Hitched & Happy, I’m walking you through **exactly how I design wedding day timelines** as a professional wedding photographer who has seen it *all*—from calm, seamless days to timelines that completely fall apart.
We’re talking:
- How to decide if a first look is right for you
- Why your ceremony time matters more than you think
- How to work backwards to build a timeline that actually works
- Real, example-driven timelines from weddings I have captured (not Pinterest fluff)
- How to make your day feel calm, intentional, and efficient—no matter what kind of wedding you’re planning
And because I don’t gatekeep, you can download my **FREE Wedding Day Timeline Guide**, which includes:
* Multiple real sample timelines
* A breakdown of the three-step process we talked about in this podcast
* A timeline cheat sheet so you don't underestimate the amount of time things take
👇 Download it here:
https://jessieraefilms.com/timeline-guide
Whether you’re planning a mountain wedding, a traditional church ceremony, a big celebration, or a small elopement—this episode will help you design a day that feels supported, not rushed.
Follow along on Instagram for more wedding planning advice:
📸 @Jessieraefilms
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
02:10 - Why you need a timeline
03:50 - Ask yourself these questions
06:50 - My three step method to designing a perfect timeline
13:25 - Timeline Walkthrough #1 (First Look)
20:30 - Timeline Walkthrough #2 (No First Look)
26:40 - Summary & Final Tips
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26 Aug 2025
How to Elope in Banff National Park in 10 Steps
Planning an elopement in Banff National Park? 🌲 In this episode, I’m joined by expert Banff elopement photographer Solana Crowe to walk you through the 10 essential steps to make your elopement not only magical but also 100% legal.Whether you’re dreaming of saying “I do” on a mountain peak or beside a turquoise lake, this guide will help you navigate the paperwork, permits, and planning so you can focus on the fun parts of your special day.✨Follow Solana on Instagram: @solanacrowecreationsCheck out her Website: https://www.solanacrowecreations.com (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1l5WkRaZy1hcVBna1hCMDJ0eGZWVW10YkEwUXxBQ3Jtc0tuRnVFTEdPLU9BUHRtbDMzZnprSXdQeDlIYmtiWl9YTDJxdHpqLVdHSGVWV0RoY3FOTWNlS2ZWY0I5amptamVUNERIUDdTd01KWkxUR09VTVNGYXFmMVM3bjd4aUhYNjRrRTVjQnA5a0o4UDgxSFpUYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.solanacrowecreations.com%2F&v=qPdHno7bnY4)Stay Connected:Instagram: @jessieraefilms Website: https://www.jessieraefilms.com (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDl6X3Fad1JQTFhhZEFfMGE1X0JxYXB5eW5sZ3xBQ3Jtc0treWxXU0pELUNIbzVpdmRreS1UZmFwQ1k5RzI3aXhERjhJZEpYRWQ0SEJFd25hbDZfbHNoc3MzNkhRRHZpMm5nMXFod09jSU1vR1pOckRLWDRWbGJHMDc0RVhMSHRCTGtPQmVsNmloLThmb2daajQyOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jessieraefilms.com%2F&v=qPdHno7bnY4)
16 May 2025
12 Questions That Actually Matter When Hiring a Wedding Photographer
Skip the surface-level stuff—this episode dives into the real questions you should be asking your wedding photographer. I team up with Joel from canadianweddingphotographers.com to break down 12 unexpected, tell-all questions that reveal if a photographer is truly the right fit for your day. No tech talk—just honest insights that go beyond the portfolio.
Follow Canadian Wedding Photographers on Instagram: @canadianweddingphotographers (https://www.instagram.com/canadianweddingphotographers/)Check out their website: www.candianweddingphotographers.com
Follow Black & Gold Photography on Instagram: @blackandgoldphotography (https://www.instagram.com/blackandgoldphotography/)Check out their website: www.blackandgoldphotography.com (https://www.blackandgoldphotography.com/)Follow me on Instagram: @jessieraefilms (https://www.instagram.com/jessieraefilms/)Website: jessieraefilms.com
The 12 Questions to Ask your Wedding Photographer Blog Post: https://canadianweddingphotographers.com/blog/real-questions-ask-your-wedding-photographer
4 Sept 2024
Should you Forgo a Wedding & ELOPE? Key Factors to Consider with Solana Crowe
Thinking about skipping the traditional wedding and opting for an elopement instead? In this episode, I’m joined by Solana Crowe, a Banff Elopement Photographer, to discuss everything you need to know before making this decision. We dive into what an elopement truly is, the pros and cons of eloping, and what the entire process looks like for you!
Follow Solana on Instagram: @solanancrowecreations
Check out her website: solanacrowecreations.com
Follow me on Instagram: @jessieraefilms
Website: jessieraefilms.com
28 Jun 2024
Wedding Day HORROR STORIES
Today we are reading wedding day horror stories and I give my advice on how to avoid these situations at your own wedding.
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18 Apr 2024
6 Things That Often Get Overlooked at a Wedding
I talk about the 6 things I see that get overlooked at a wedding as a wedding photographer. As someone who has captured over 100 weddings I have seen a few key details get missed. These are things to keep in mind for your wedding.
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