Wedding photos - 10 top planning tips for perfect pictures

Capturing the special moments on your wedding day is an important job for any photographer but many people get confused about what they want. Read on to find out how planning the perfect pictures can give you a lifetime of memories.

1. For added peace of mind, make sure you get references about your photographer. It's handy to ask if they will have back-up equipment and an assistant with them on your wedding day.

2. Getting all the little planning details ready for your big day can be a little overwhelming. Take some time out and have some fun with your h2b by having an engagement photo shoot. It's a great chance to get to know your photographer and practise your close-ups before the big day.

3. Don't forget the formal wedding photos when you're planning - candid pictures are great for capturing emotion on the day, but some guests like to know when their picture is being taken so they can prepare! Traditional line-up shots are good for this.

4. Ask your florist if they can set up a little earlier so you can have some pre-ceremony photos - always a winner in the real-life weddings! If your flowers have been delivered a little too early, just pop them in a little water or in a fridge to keep them looking fresh for your actual wedding photos.

5. Ask your photographer to take shots of all the little details, (leave no stone unturned, ladies - you'll want to remember everything!) before guests arrive.

6. Candid wedding photos are usually the most popular. Just forget that the camera is there (looking into each others' eyes, this shouldn't be too hard!) - kiss, cuddle, show the world how much you're in love, and this will come across in the pictures.

7. Images of you and your party getting ready will be a fun addition to your album. A perfect opportunity to see what your groom was up to while you were getting your hair done!

8. Ask your mum to get ready a little ahead of schedule. This way, she can be involved in the 'getting ready' photos, looking her absolute best.

9. Ask your photographer to liaise with the venue about planning for good locations and photo opportunities.

10. Charge your chief bridesmaid with making friends with your photographer to ensure your dream list of wedding photos is completed at the end of the day.

Stacey Clarke is a British photographer based in Negril, Jamaica. She travels all over the island to attend fabulous weddings. Visit staceyclarkephotography.com for more info.

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