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Guide on Wedding Photography Checklist
Discuss this list with your wedding photographers to capture every special moments.
Are you confused about the wedding photography checklist you should discuss with your photographers? No worries, we got your back.
Your dream wedding day is filled with countless special moments, from exchanging vows to celebrating on the dance floor with loved ones. After the festivities, the wedding photos will serve as a beautiful reminder of those memories. This is why we are creating a short list of the moments and details that you don’t want to miss during the planning process.
However, keep in mind that the list should be a flexible guide rather than a strict checklist. Start reviewing this essential photography shot list with your partner first. And then discuss it with your photographer. This will end up resulting in a beautiful album of wedding photos that you’ll cherish forever. For more details, contact DStudios , south Indian wedding photography company.
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Getting- Ready shots
The most important part of photography where the photographers can show their unique creativity is the getting ready shots.
- Bride getting ready ( hair and makeup)
- Bridesmaids
- Group fun with bride and bridesmaid as they share laughs getting ready
- A special moment while someone helps place the veil on the bride’s head
- First look moments with parents or bridesmaids
- Emotional moments in the family
- Groom getting ready moments
- Groom’s group shot
- Mother’s touch adjusting the groom’s attire
- Tender moments among the groom’s family
Detailed shots
Capturing the little moments is a must, as they add more character to your wedding. Here’s a comprehensive list of little details to be documented:
- Ring platter or Thaali
- Engagement and wedding rings ( as per the tradition)
- Invitation
- Welcome bags
- Venue shots
- Getting ready space
- Bride’s dresses and accessories
- Bridal bouquet and flower girls (if applicable)
- Groom’s dresses and accessories
- And any other sentimental items
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The First Look
First Look offers a special opportunity to capture the couple’s bond and moments. Capturing the emotional responses is very important factor here.
- The bride walks towards the groom as the groom waits
- The beautiful moments and the couple’s reactions
- Couples walking hand in hand, hugging and kissing
Group Photos
This can be captured either before the ceremony or after the ceremony as the couple’s prefer.
- The groom with his parents and immediate family
- The bride with her parents and immediate family
- Bride with bridesmaid and maid of honor
- Groom with his groomsmen and his best man
And after the ceremony, these pictures can be clicked:
- Couple hugging or kissing
- Cute moments between couples and glances
- Sunset or view with the couple
- Couple with both sets of parents
- Couples with extended family members
Ceremony
The magic begins here! The ceremony is a beautiful union of two souls and our photogrraphers reflect it. Here’s the checklist:
- The wedding venue or ceremony setting pictures
- Close-up shots of the venue, arrangements and decor
- Guests entry and seating
- Couple’s parent’s entry
- Groom’s entry down the hall or aisle
- Flower girl or ring bearer
- Bride entry
- Father giving away the bride
- Wide shot of audience
- Loved one’s reactions
- Exchange of rings or tying knot
- First hug or kiss as married couple
Reception / After Party
If there is an after party, let’s capture the energy and excitement.
- Couples in their new outfits
- Decor setups
- The couple and guests dancing
- Unique games
- Bar / dinning
- Candid moments of everyone
And if you’re looking for an Indian wedding planning checklist, here it is!
