Must have wedding photos

I’ve covered this argument in my article “Preserving Timeless Memories: 26 Must-Have Wedding Photos” but in case needed, I’ve prepared a short and schematic list of the whole wedding day photo coverage :

Details:

  • The engagement ring

  • The wedding rings

  • The ring box

  • The invitation suite flat lay, including save-the-dates, invitations, and envelopes

  • The wedding vow booklets

  • Programs

  • Welcome bags if you have them

  • Shots of the venue

  • The room where you’re getting ready

  • The bride’s wedding dress suspended from a hanger

  • Any jewelry, like earrings, bracelets, or necklaces

  • The bride’s wedding shoes

  • The bride’s perfume

  • Hair accessories, if applicable

  • The bridal bouquet

  • The groom’s suit or tuxedo

  • The pocket square

  • The tie or bow tie

  • The boutonnière

  • Cufflinks

  • The groom’s shoes

  • The groom’s cologne

  • Flower girl baskets

  • Corsages

  • Any other sentimental items, such as an heirloom or a bouquet charm

Some of these images may be grouped, for example you can easily group together things like bride’s perfume, shoes and accessories.

Getting-Ready Photos

  • The bride getting her hair and makeup done

  • The bridesmaids getting their hair and makeup done

  • A shot of the bride and bridesmaids in their getting-ready attire, whether they’re drinking champagne or just having fun

  • The bride getting dressed with the mother of the bride, maid of honor, or another wedding party member providing assistance

  • A full-length shot of the bride in her wedding dress

  • Any bridal party or parent first look photos

  • Emotional shots of the bride with siblings, friends, or parents

  • The groom adding finishing touches, such as putting on his tie or cufflinks or buttoning up his shirt

  • The groom’s mother attaching a boutonniere

  • The groom getting ready while his groomsmen assist

  • A full-length shot of the groom in his wedding attire

  • A group shot of the groom and groomsmen in their wedding attire

  • Touching moments between the groom and his parents, siblings, or best man

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First Look Photos ( only if you decide to do the first look!)

  • The groom waiting for the bride 

  • The bride walking toward the groom

  • The moment the grand reveal happens 

  • The couple’s reactions

  • The couple hugging or kissing after the first look

  • The couple looking at each other

  • The couple holding hands

  • The couple walking next to each other

Ceremony Shots

  • The ceremony setup without the guests on site

  • A close-up shot of the altar

  • A close-up shot of the arrangements that line the aisle

  • Any other unique floral arrangement or decorations

  • Guests entering the site

  • The guests seated

  • The couple’s parents walking down the aisle

  • The groom walking down the aisle

  • The wedding party walking down the aisle

  • The flower girl and ring bearer walking down the aisle

  • The bride walking down the aisle

  • The groom’s reaction to the bride

  • The father of the bride giving his daughter away

  • The couple standing at the altar in front of their officiant

  • A wide shot of the audience during the ceremony

  • Loved ones sharing any special readings 

  • The couple exchanging wedding vows

  • The couple exchanging rings

  • The first kiss as a married couple

  • The moment after the couple kisses

  • The recessional

  • The audience’s reactions to ceremony moments

  • The couple leaving the ceremony site

Group Shots

  • The bride with her parents

  • The bride with immediate family

  • The groom with his parents

  • The groom with immediate family

  • The couple with both sets of parents

  • The couple with immediate family from both sides

  • The bride with her bridesmaids

  • The bride with her maid of honor

  • The groom with his groomsmen

  • The groom with his best man

  • The couple with their entire wedding party

Once the group photo is done, keep taking pictures, something interesting might happen!

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The portraits:

  • The couple posing together

  • The couple hugging or kissing one another

  • The couple looking at each other

  • The couple walking, holding hands

  • The couple looking out at the sunset or the view

Reception Photos

  • The exterior of your reception venue

  • The seating chart/escort card display

  • The guest book

  • The bar

  • The lounge area if included

  • A wide shot of the reception space

  • The head table

  • The guest tables

  • The sweetheart table if applicable

  • Close-up shots of decorations on the tables, such as table numbers and centerpieces

  • The place settings

  • The cake and any other desserts

  • The couple making their reception entrance

  • The first dance

  • The couple sitting at the head table

  • A close-up shot of the food

  • The couple and their guests eating dinner

  • Friends and family making toasts and delivering speeches

  • The couple listening to speeches and toasts

  • The couple chatting with their guests

  • The father-daughter dance

  • The mother-son dance

  • The cake cutting

  • Outfit changes

  • The live band or DJ 

  • Guests on the dance floor

  • The couple dancing with their guests

  • The bride and groom dancing with each other

  • The couple exiting the reception ( when appliable)

  • The couple’s vehicle leaving ( when appliable)

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