Yay. The vibes are vibing and the stars are aligning. We’re officially making some magic together. Next up, you’ll receive a custom online booking proposal where you can review your coverage details, full inclusions, contract, and a customizable payment schedule, then submit your retainer to officially lock in your wedding date with us!

Once everything is signed and secured, the fun really begins. We’ll kick things off with our Story of Us questionnaire so we can get to know you, your story, and what matters most to you. From there, you’ll receive our Trusted Vendors Guide, filled with incredible creatives we’ve personally worked alongside for years. From wedding pet attendants and DJs to coffee carts, beauty teams, and more, you’ll have a trusted starting point for building your dream team.

From here on out, you’re fully booked, fully supported, officially part of the 12:52 family, and we are so dang excited to be part of it all!

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Save the Date - Cue The Confetti

Next up, your engagement session, where our approach really shines. We’re known for making even the most self-proclaimed “awkward” couples feel comfortable, confident, and completely themselves in front of the camera. If one of you avoids photos, never knows how to pose, or worries it’ll feel stiff or forced, this is where we come in.

We guide you the entire time with clear direction and natural movement. No weird pauses. No guessing what to do. No “what do I do with my hands?” Just a perfect blend of artful portraits and candid moments that feel like you. We love tying in favorite activities, meaningful locations, and your pets, and we always have additional ideas ready.

One thing that makes our approach different is the option to split your gifted engagement session into two shorter sessions across different seasons or locations. This additional time together and flexibility helps our couples head into their wedding day feeling calm, confident, and fully prepared.

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An Engagement Session You’ll Actually Enjoy

As the big day approaches, we’ll reach out to build a custom wedding timeline that actually works for you. This isn’t about cramming your day into a rigid schedule or turning it into a checklist. It’s about creating flow, leaving room to breathe, and making space for the moments that matter most.

Along the way, we design a full suggested photo timeline and create your family and wedding party photo combinations for you, so nothing is left to guesswork. Whether you have a planner or we’re helping lead the charge, we bring the structure, strategy, and calm guidance that takes things off your plate. With more than 600 weddings documented, we know how to keep your day running smoothly.

We handle the logistics. You focus on the love, the laughs, and being fully in the moment with your partner, your people, and your dog of honor, of course!

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Timeline Talk
 - Because Winging It Is Not the Move

It’s here. The day you’ve been counting down to, dreaming about, and pouring your heart into. The one where you marry your favorite person and celebrate with the people who matter most. It’s going to be unforgettable, and you don’t need to think about a thing. You get to be fully present, soak it all in, and let us take care of the rest.

You’ve planned thoughtfully and trusted the right people to be by your side. Now you get to experience it.

From the moment we arrive, we’re focused on one thing: being exactly where we need to be, when we need to be there. We’ll guide when guidance is needed, step back when it’s not, and make sure nothing feels rushed or forced. You get to stay present with your love, your people, and the day itself while we document the moments as they happen. The big ones, the quiet ones, and everything in between.

The day may fly by, but we’ll be right there, capturing it honestly so you can relive it again and again.

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It's Wedding Day!!!
 This is it. The day. The love. Everything.

After the big day, you’ll be soaking in the love and replaying every moment together. That’s where we step in, with the first glimpses of your day ready to be felt all over again. We’ll start by sending a small collection of fast favorites, your Sneak Peeks, so you can enjoy a few meaningful moments while everything else is carefully underway behind the scenes.

Next comes your Highlights. This is a much larger, curated preview delivered at he halfway point of our process, giving you a very detailed full-day snapshot of core moments while the rest of your gallery continues to take shape.

When your full gallery is ready, you’ll experience it through our signature Countdown-style delivery, released in waves so you can take everything in without the scroll overwhelm. Since we don’t cap the number of images we deliver, this gives every moment the space it deserves. When the final image is uploaded, your full wedding story is officially yours to revisit, share, and cherish - Forever.

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Just Married - Files Loading, Hearts Full

This part is equal parts celebration and gratitude. We’ve laughed with you, celebrated with you, and documented one of the most meaningful days of your lives. We’re so thankful you trusted us with it.

But this isn’t a goodbye. As a 12:52 Couple, you’re officially part of our forever fam. That means lifetime perks, special session savings, and an open door whenever life brings a new chapter worth documenting. A new pup. A first home. An anniversary. A “let’s do this again” just because.

Tucked into all of this is a little thank-you from us to you. A (surprise!) gifted anniversary session, ready whenever the timing feels right. However you use it, it’s our way of celebrating what you’ve built and what’s still ahead.

This may be the final step of your wedding experience with us, but it’s only the beginning of all the memories still waiting to be made. We can’t wait to see where life and your love take you next!

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Gallery Drop + Adventures Ahead