If you are thinking, do I really need to have a list for my wedding photos, then the answer is a big, fat yes! Having your ideas and dream photos planned out, for the wedding party and the photographer to know about, is one of the most helpful things. Not only does it help your photographer to capture specific images that you want, but you will not be left with any regret thinking that you wish you had got a certain image; you can’t go back and do the day again unfortunately.
Your photographer is likely to have their own style of doing things, however, a list of wedding photography tips will often include talking to your photographer about exactly what you want. Having photos of the flowers and the table settings is great, but you don’t want to have those in favour of missing out with some shots with friends and family. So a list for your photos if a must have. With that in mind, here are some ideas, but feel free to make it as specific and personal to you and your partner.
Before the Big Day
Many people will opt to have an engagement shoot before the wedding. The photos can be used for invites, and they can also be a good way to get to know your wedding photographer and their style of doing things. If you’ve got some unofficial photographers for the big day (friends, siblings, parents etc) let them know about this photo editor online so they can tweak their images for a professional look.
Wedding Day: Pre-Ceremony Wedding Photo Checklist
From the start of the wedding day until the finish, it is nice to have some memories of all of the fun that you will have had getting ready. From your shoes, the rings, the dress, bridesmaids, makeup, and hair, there are a lot of fun images to capture. Some of the best ones can be when parents see their son or daughter for the first time, all dressed up in their suit or dress. They are great pictures to capture, as long as they are done in a candid way. Heading off to the venue is a great chance for photos too, with shots of the car and small dress details, as well as flowers, being taken.
Wedding Day: Wedding Ceremony Photo Checklist
If you are having a wedding in a church, then some places may not allow photos during the ceremony. So that is something to check out beforehand. You could always check in advance to see what their policy is, and go back after the ceremony to get a few images.
Wedding Day: Post-Ceremony Wedding Photo Checklist
Many couples will set aside some time after the ceremony, but before the reception, to take photos. This can take around an hour, depending on the shots that you want to get. When you know who you want in all of them, it can help the day to run much more smoothly. That is why having a list ready to go ahead of time, can make it go better. Getting the best man and bridesmaids to help out with this, can be a great help to round people up.