Help with photo spots

ok, borrowing some wisdom from the married people. Our situation-getting married Nov 16 @ 3. Sunset is at 4:35. By the time we get out of church, we will not have light to take pictures outside. And since there is a reception before ours, we can't get into the Milleridge until 6:30. Where can we take pictures??? Did anyone else have this problem? We know of EAB (won't be decorated for the holidays yet) and Westbury gardens ($$$$). We called virtually every mansion and museum in the area and either they don't have indoor pictures or some other reason we can't. Help, help, help!

I wouldnt accept that for an answer...Ask to speak with the owner or manager.. if he is explain to him that you WANT to know where to take photo's!! be persistant!!
How about some of the hotels in the area that have nice lobbys..or atriums...My father is a prof phot. i will ask him tonight and if he knows of any i will post for you,, good luck

Matt - what about pictures at the church. We spent time after the receiving line taking additional pictures at the alter. Maybe there are areas outside that could be lit for pictures, or there may be stairs, balconies, etc. that would lend themslelves for pictures.

I notice that the church is in Garden City. Do you know anyone who's a member at the Garden City Country Club? They have a pretty lobby with a fireplace. It may even be worth a call to see if they would allow you to rent the space for a reasonable amount.

What about 'fun' shots - I'm thinking of those photos you see where the bride and groom are on a fire truck, at a carnival, at a marina - think about unusual options. Maybe a mock reception at McDonalds or White Castle? Might make for a fun picture! Can you find a Jaguar or Rolls Royce dealership that would let you pose with a car?

Try driving the route the limo will take from the church to the reception site - see what catches your eye. You might find some fun options that way too.

Good luck!