Yay!
You are getting married!
I am so thrilled to be a part of your special day.
Here is a little info for planning your wedding day photos.
Remember, this is your day; you can include whatever you want; this is just a sample list of ideas.
I will be getting all the typical shots of your special day, but please let me know if there are any specific ideas or poses you want. Also, let me know of any special circumstances or surprises that may be planned so I can be prepared.
(List may vary depending on wedding, venue, and timeline)
PRE-CEREMONY
Before the wedding, you may be full of nerves and excitement. This is the perfect time to document candid photos of you and your bridal party and the finer details of your wedding day look.
- The bride and bridal party getting hair and makeup done
- Details and accessories for detail shots
- Stationery suite
- Perfume
- Jewelry
- Shoes
- Wedding rings
- Family heirlooms
- Wedding Rings
- Bouquet
- Wedding dress (close-up)
- Wedding dress (hanging)
- Bridesmaid dresses
- Bridal bouquet
- Bridesmaid bouquets
- Bride putting on the dress (helped by MOH/mother of bride/special friend)
- Bride putting on shoes and jewelry.
- Bridesmaids reacting to the bride in her dress.
- Father of the bride's first look/reaction
- Bridesmaids together
- Bride and bridesmaids together
- Bride and parents
- Bride alone
- Bridal party leaving the house.
- Bride in wedding car
- Groom wedding details
- Shoes
- Tie
- Boutonnieres
- Cologne
- Cufflinks
- Groom suit
- Groomsmen suits
- Groom and groomsmen getting ready.
- Mother of the groom attaching boutonniere
- Groomsmen together
- Groom and groomsmen together
- Groom with parents
- Groom alone
- First look (optional)
CEREMONY
- Ceremony venue
- Exterior
- Interior (before guests arrive)
- Flower arrangements
- Arbor and furniture
- Signage
- Groom and groomsmen arriving
- Guests arriving
- Groom and groomsmen waiting at altar.
- Parents seated.
- Grandparents seated.
- Bride and bridal party arriving in wedding car.
- Bride stepping out of car.
- Bridal party entrance
- Bride walking down the aisle.
- Groom reaction
- Couple standing at altar.
- Wide shot
- Close-ups
- Exchanging of vows
- Exchanging of rings
- Other ceremony participants
- Flower girls/page boys
- Musician
- Guest readings
- First kiss
- Guest reactions
- The signing of the register
- Recessional/walking back down the aisle
- Confetti/rice throwing.
POST-CEREMONY
- Candid photos of newlyweds with guests
- Greeting/embracing guests after ceremony
- Guests mixing and mingling.
- Family photos
- Newlyweds together
- Bride with parents
- Bride with immediate family
- Groom with parents
- Groom with immediate family
- Newlyweds with bride’s family
- Newlyweds with groom’s family
- Newlyweds with bride’s parents
- Newlyweds with groom’s parents
- Newlyweds with both sets of parents.
- Other significant groups of family/friends
- Group photo (all guests)
After family photos have been captured at the venue, you might choose to have a portrait session with your partner only or wedding party at a separate location. These photos are generally a mix of candid and posed shots, including:
- Portraits of bride/groom individually
- Portraits of bride/groom together
- Bride with bridesmaids
- Groom with groomsmen
- Bride with groomsmen
- Groom with bridesmaids
- Wedding party together
RECEPTION
- Venue exterior
- Venue interior (without guests)
- Styling details
- Centerpieces
- Floral arrangements
- Stationery
- Signage
- Place settings
- Guest favors
- Wedding cake
- Bridal table
- Bridal party entrance
- Newlyweds entrance
- Toasts and speeches
- Plated meals
- Signature drinks/cocktails
- Newlyweds sitting at bridal table.
- Newlyweds mingling with guests.
- Guests mingling with each other.
- First dance
- Father daughter dance
- Mother son dance
- Musician/entertainment performing.
- Guests dancing
- Newlyweds dancing with guests.
- Cake cutting
- Bouquet toss
- Newlyweds leaving the reception.
- Special Exit
- Getaway car
I can not wait to document your special day!