Getting your photographer to capture each part of your big day is very important, so make sure you provide this must-have list of wedding photography to ensure you get a wedding album to treasure!
Bride and maids
You’ll all look the most beautiful you’ve ever looked, so make sure you get a shot with your best girls.
Groom and groomsmen
A photo of the groom and his merry men is always a nice shot (pre drinks!) – don’t they all scrub up well?
Bride and groom with parents
Get a photo of you both with his parents, our parents, and then with both sets – definitely one for the family canvas!
Gorgeous gardens
If your venue has lovely surroundings and feature gardens, make the most of them with pretty couple shots.
Fun shots
Whether you’re having a photo booth or not, leave some props around the dancefloor and get fun photos like this!
The happy couple
An obvious choice, but get a mixture of both staged and candid shots of you and your new hubby.
Bride and mum
Often brides forget to have a photo with just their mum, which is a big regret. Make sure you pop it on your shot list.
Group shot
A shot of all the guests can be a logistical nightmare, but it is a really nice photo to have after the big day.
Outside the venue
Most photos show glimpses of the venue, but try to get a picture of the exterior in full.
The pageboy/flowergirl
They grow up so fast, so getting a photo of just the flowergirl or pageboy is a must – get it out again on their 18th birthday!
Furry friends
They’re an important part of your life, so don’t leave your pets out! If they’ll let you, a pet bow tie is fun and so cute!
Personal touches
The little details can take hours of your time to create, so make sure your hard work is captured on the day.
Tears and smiles
The emotion of your day can be full of happy extremes, from laughter to tears of joy. Capture it all!
Table details
Seeing the table details all come together is a proud moment for many DIY brides. Get a photo to remember how it looked.
Canapés and drinks
It may seem like an odd one, but canapés are often served when the happy couple are being photographed, so you may miss them!
Flowers
Flowers can be an expensive part of your wedding, and they only last for a matter of days. Make sure your blooms get captured.
Reception room
The reception spaces always look so beautiful – before the guests trash it! Get a pre-guest photo when it’s still in shape.
The speeches
Full of laughs, tears and emotion, the speeches are a moment to remember from your day, so get them snapped!
The first dance
Your first dance as husband and wife can sometimes feel a bit cringy at the time, but it’s a cute shot you’ll back on fondly.
The rings
Before they’re on your fingers for life, get a photo of the wedding rings together.
Cutting the cake
Cakes can be quite pricey but are a great centrepiece. Don’t forget to get the traditional ‘cutting the cake’ shot for the album.
Sweetie table
With all the colours included in a sweetie table, it makes for a great photo – before they get scoffed!
Fireworks
Firework displays are always going to be a talking point of your day and they look spectacular in photos, too.
The dress
A picture of the dress before the bride puts it on is a popular shot with photographers. We love it when they’re on a personalised hanger!
Signing the register
Signing your commitment as husband and wife makes for a poignant shot.
Accessories
In years to come you might not remember what bracelet you wore, or what shoes you bought, so get them all together in one shot.
The kiss
The moment that gets the biggest cheer is always ‘the kiss’ – one to treasure forever.
Hair and make-up
Watch your look transform in a series of photos having your hair and make-up done.
Decorations
Don’t forget to look up! If you have hanging details like pom poms or bunting, get some colourful snaps.
Garden games
If you’re lucky enough to have a sunny day and you have given your guests games to play, get photos of them enjoying themselves.
The groom as you walk down the aisle
All eyes will be on the bride, but seeing your groom’s face as you walk down the aisle is a priceless shot.
The bride walking down the aisle
Capturing the emotion of the bride and her mum and dad walking her proudly down the aisle is an absolute must!
The groom
He’s never looked so handsome so force your groom to have some solo shots – he loves it really!
Transport
If you’ve splashed out on fancy transport, get a photo of it. The ‘just married’ shot as the bride and groom drive into the sunset is always a hit.
Just married
Celebrating your newlywed status as you walk back up the aisle is a fun photo idea for you to ask for.
The bride
You’re only going to be a bride once, so make sure you capture your elegance in a timeless, solo shot.
Dancing and singing
When everyone’s had a few glasses of vino and they hear their favourite tune on the dancefloor, you will definitely want to catch it on film.
Confetti shot
Aww – the confetti shot will be one of, if not the most, pretty photo in your whole album, so don’t forget it!
Pretty props
Have you bought pretty props like parasols or love letters? Get a brilliantly fun photo with your bridal party and the props.
Order of the day
There’s no way you’ll remember the order of the day in 10 years time, so get a picture of your board.
Get those ticked off your list, and we’re sure you won’t have a moment of your day uncaptured. Make sure you ask your photographer these important questions though!
