Henry M Production
Photography ~ Videography ~ Planning

Bruce & Robin

Clearwater, Florida

Wedding Day Timeline

November 7, 2026

Your Day

Ceremony
5:00 PM

Photography Coverage Begins

Guests arrive and take their seats as pre-ceremony music sets the mood. Capturing venue details, guest arrivals, and candid moments.

86 guests — no first look
5:30 PM

Ceremony Begins

Bruce and Robin’s ceremony begins. Expected duration is 20–30 minutes.

  • Grayson’s entrance: “Who Let the Dogs Out”
  • Bruce’s entrance: “Best Day of My Life”
  • Robin’s entrance: “Take My Hand”
  • Recessional: “Signed, Sealed, Delivered”
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Sunset at 5:42 PM — golden light during the ceremony

Post-Ceremony Photos
~6:00 PM

Seated Group Photo — All Guests

Immediately after the ceremony. Ask guests to remain seated until the photographer finishes. Coordinate the announcement with the officiant or DJ.

Confirm camera position that captures every face
6:05 PM

Family & Couple Portraits

Family combinations, wedding party, and couple portraits begin immediately after the seated group photo. See the shot list below for the full sequence.

After sunset — prepare lighting and portrait location in advance
Cocktail Hour
6:00 PM

Cocktail Hour

Open bar, grazing table, passed hors d’oeuvres, and photo booth while portraits are in progress.

Reception
7:00 PM

Grand Entrance & First Dance

Guests enter the reception. Bruce and Robin make their grand entrance followed by their first dance.

  • First dance starts with a joke segment of “Just a Friend”
  • Transitions into “I Cross My Heart”
Coordinate the exact music transition with the DJ
7:15 PM

Welcome Toast & Dinner

Bruce and Robin give a welcome toast, followed by dinner service. During dinner, capture table photos of the couple at each table.

Coordinate with caterer so photos don’t interrupt service. Allow couple time to eat.
7:45 PM

Dance Floor Opens

First dance set begins with the floor open to all guests.

Optional: All-guest group photo on the dance floor with Bruce & Robin seated in front. Confirm space and safe positioning first.
8:00 PM

Cake Cutting

Bruce and Robin cut the cake together. Capture the moment and detail shots of the dessert display.

8:30 PM

Open Dancing

The dance floor heats up! First song: “Brick House.” Capturing dancing, guest interactions, and candid reception moments throughout the evening.

9:30 PM

Bar Closes

Last call for drinks. “Closing Time” plays to signal the wind-down.

9:45 PM

Staged Send-Off

A beautiful send-off moment for Bruce and Robin. Capture the couple’s grand exit and the celebration from their guests.

10:00 PM

Photography Coverage Ends

Reception concludes and guest departure begins. Thank you for celebrating with Bruce and Robin!

Portrait Shot List

6:05 PM — Immediately after the seated group photo • After sunset — lighting required

1

All Wedding Guests — Seated

Full group photo with all 86 guests remaining seated after the ceremony. Bruce and Robin at center.

2

Bruce & Robin with Bruce’s Entire Family

Full family portrait on Bruce’s side.

3

Bruce & Robin with Robin’s Entire Family

Full family portrait on Robin’s side.

4

Bruce & Robin with Their Children & Grayson

Intimate family portrait with all of their children and Grayson.

5

Bruce & Robin with Children & Significant Others

Extended family portrait including children’s significant others.

6

Mom, Buddy & Shelly

Individual portrait with Mom, brother Buddy, and sister Shelly.

⚠ Confirm: Is this Bruce’s or Robin’s family?
7

Bruce & Robin with the Wedding Party

Full wedding party group portrait.

8

Bruce & Robin — Couple Portraits

Romantic portraits of the newlyweds together. Multiple poses and locations around the venue.