For Photographers
Stop Texting.Start Organizing.Get Paid to Look Good.
Wedding photography workflow software that saves you 3+ hours per wedding. Timeline builds itself. Crew briefed in one tap.
Trusted by 2,000+ wedding photographers.
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50K+
Weddings planned
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Sound Familiar?
Texting clients back and forth about ceremony time
Family formals taking 45 minutes instead of 15
Second shooter asking where to be and when
Googling how long a Hindu wedding ceremony lasts
Vela Photo fixes all of that. Timeline builds itself. Family gets notified. Crew gets briefed. You look like a hero.
Everything You Need
Powerful features designed for wedding photographers
Timeline Builder
Timeline calculates backwards from ceremony time. Your arrival, first look, everything scheduled automatically.
Family Notifications
Send personalized schedules to family members. Uncle Joe gets a text with his photo time. No more hunting people down.
Shot List
Check off shots from your phone on wedding day. See what is done, what is left. No missed family groups.
Engagement Planner
Travel policy, location library, fee calculator. Manage engagement shoots in one place.
Client Portal
Couples fill out intake forms. Timeline builds itself. You get the credit.
Mood Board
Couples upload inspiration. You view and comment. No more Pinterest links in email threads.
Video Module
Video questionnaire, packages, brief export. Coordinate with videographers seamlessly.
Mobile
Full timeline with tappable addresses and phone numbers. Your crew taps to navigate, taps to call.
How Much Time Will You Save?
Most photographers save 3+ hours per wedding. Slide to your weddings per year.
90 hours saved per year
That is 11 full work days back.
Vela vs Other Tools
| Feature | Vela | HoneyBook | Dubsado | Manual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timeline builder | — | — | — | |
| Family formals | — | — | — | |
| Shot list export | — | — | — | |
| Faith traditions | — | — | — | |
| One-tap crew brief | — | — | — | |
| Price (starts) | $19/mo | $19/mo | $20/mo | Free |
Loved by Photographers
See why wedding photographers are switching to Vela Photo
“What used to take 3 hours now takes 20 minutes. Vela transformed my workflow.”
“One tap and my second shooter, videographer, and assistant all have the timeline. Game-changer.”
“Hindu, Jewish, Christian weddings. Vela handles all the cultural traditions beautifully.”
“Finally, a tool built BY photographers FOR photographers. The timeline calculator just works.”
“Family formals in 15 minutes. The aunt actually asked the couple where they found me.”
Simple Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to set up?
Most photographers are up and running in under 5 minutes. Create your first wedding, invite your couple, and the timeline builds itself as they fill out the form.
Does it work with different faith traditions?
Yes. Vela supports 15+ faith traditions including Jewish, Hindu, Catholic, Muslim, and more. Ceremony durations are automatically set based on tradition.
Can my clients access the timeline?
Yes. When you invite a couple, they get a secure portal to view the timeline, add to the mood board, and fill out questionnaires. No more back and forth texts.
What if I shoot more than 10 weddings a year?
We offer Standard ($19/mo) and Studio ($39/mo) tiers. Enterprise plans are available for unlimited weddings.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Start a 14-day free trial with no credit card required. Cancel anytime.
Can I export the timeline for my crew?
Yes. Export a mobile-friendly timeline with tappable addresses and phone numbers. Your second shooter, videographer, and assistant get everything in one tap.