My vow to you.
I promise,
I am committed,
to assure you,
that your wedding photos,
will be captured ,
in the way ,
that you have always imagined
them to be,
of your dream
wedding.
That's why it is
of vital importance,
that you discuss a photo checklist
with me, your photographer.
The suggested shots
are the most popular,
consistent with covering
most types of
wedding photo shoots.
You can start with the basic list.
Reorder and Redesign
the shots.
Whatever suits
your style and pace.
Every style wedding will be somewhat different
in terms of the order of events.
Let's get together
and map it out ,
on a tentative timeline that suits
your style,
your energy,
your plans and
your expectations.
We can work together from day one,
throughout the planning process,
up until ,and during ,the final day,
to develop a
real understanding
of everything
that you need from me,
your photographer.
We can be prepared
together.
Let's Do This !
Suggested
Shots
Engagement
Come to the studio
or
we’ll do it on location.
A preliminary shoot to
announce the big event.
Show off your sport, hobby, pets.
Make your grande
announcement
of your future together
in a cultural styled
photo shoot.
Do a pre wedding
boudoir photo shoot,
or maternity shoot.
Have a family announcement
photo shoot for couples
who have families already.
Flat lays
That's when we layout all
your wedding stuff,
like rings & invitation.
It takes time, so,we can do a lot
of these on a whole day prior to
the wedding, and also do
some of them,
on the wedding day.
The Wedding Week
Festivals
Ceremonies
Rituals
The Families
Meet & Greet Party
Rehearsal
Rehearsal party , dinner party,
Invite me to get a few shots.
Book the Deluxe package
that includes all of it.
Pre-wedding preparations
bridal shop , baker, shopping, fittings,
girls with curlers in their hair, hair and
make-up,dress rehearsal ,and all.
or for an extra fee I can add your photos to a video montage /
you can capture anything that you need to add and I will add it.
Pre-Ceremony
shots
The hustle and bustle , the buzz,
the joyful faces, the excitement slowly escalating,
as everyone is entering into this new journey
in life together,as a family,
the emotional flow, sentimental pauses,
the energy of
the busy day, begins.
Breakfast , lunch , brunch
Pets , children
The morning preparations
The Bride
Wedding outfits
Bride getting ready
The Bride's Garments
whether it's blue jeans
and white lace ,
beach attire or trendy,
traditional cultural garments,
dress or formal gown
The Dress & dresses ,
The Dress hanging up, outside/inside/lobby/venue
headgear,jewelry,hat,veil,flower laurel,tiara ,crown
jewelry, shoes, gloves,hats,veil,
garlands,boas,ribbons,scarves
all spread out to get ready
hands, rings,accessories,
body art, tattoo or henna,
bouquet ,close up of brides hands,
holding wrist corsages,
chest corsages, flowers for hair, garter, boutonniere,
wedding invitation with flowers,
holding accessories,
gifts,mementos,trinkets
in hands,
The flat layouts, invitations, & rings,
we can do these on a day prior to the wedding,
include shoes, veil, accessories,
important items with sentimental value,
antique & generational mementos,
handkerchief,
borrowed & blue,old & new
Bride
receiving & opening gifts
Mother of the bride &
Bridesmaids
getting ready,
matching robes, shirts,
Bridesmaids ,girl gossip,
looking upon the bride in awe
Bridesmaids frolicking
Bridesmaids & mother of the bride,
helping the bride get dressed
The Bride
getting ready
candid shots
The Bride
glamour shots
The final shots of
The Bride
leaving the
beauty,dressing ,prep area ,
with the-mother-of-the-bride
and bridesmaids.
The Groom
Wedding outfits
The Groom
getting ready.
Father of the groom
Groomsmen frolicking
Guy gossip, looking
upon the Groom in anticipation
Groom's Garments
whether it's formal or beach or
blue jeans or cultural garments
Groom's clothes and accessories
The suit,tuxedo, garments
hanging up,
layout of the cumberbund,tuxedo,suit,
ties,vest,shirt ,pants,
hat,head garb,
shoes,socks,boutonniere,
pocket scarf,
sentimental mementos,
watch,jewelry,
rings & invitation
body art,tattoos,
hand shots of groom
Father of the groom and
Groomsmen getting ready
Groomsmen &
father of the groom
helping
The Groom dressing
Groom receiving & opening gifts
Best man
advising groom
grooming groom
The Groom alone
The final shots of
The Groom
leaving the
beauty,dressing ,prep area ,
with the father-of-the-groom
and groomsmen.
The First Look
If allowed...
the Bride and Groom
sneaking a peek
of each other
before the ceremony
On the way
Bride in car , car window
Groom in car, car window
Father of the Bride, first look.
Father and bride
Bride and family
Bride alone
Groom alone
Groom's Procession
Bridal party walking ,
possibly to the limo
Bride and Father in Wedding Car,
Walking to ceremony venue
Wedding ring shots , on pillow
The Ceremony
at the venue,
the place of
worship,
church,temple,
outdoors.
empty room
view from back of room,aisle,balcony
altar, flowers, inside & outside ,chairs,
isle, flowers details
Ushers , programs
Guests outside and inside
Groom Procession
Groom and Groomsmen
waiting for bride
Guests
Bride arriving in wedding vehicle
Bride stepping out of vehicle
Bride and Bridesmaids at back of room,aisle
Bridal Party entering
flower girls,boys
Bride going up the aisle
Groom’s face
Person giving bride away
officiant , priest , minister ,
musicians,participants,readers
Ring bearer
Vows
Lighting candles , exchanging crowns,
Rituals , feet ,dance , stomping ,stepping, steps
Exchanging of the rings
Final vows
guests reactions
couple legally become
husband and wife
The first kiss, if allowed
Bride & Groom turning to leave
Bride and Groom walking back down the aisle
Newlywed shot
Recessional
Exit
Confetti throwing
Greeting guests outside venue
Bride & Groom on Balcony ,Stairs
in Garden,Courtyard,in front of building
Bride & Groom in wedding vehicle
Guests outside
Post Ceremony
In-between
the ceremony and reception
Couple together and separately
Bride & Groom on Balcony ,Stairs,
in Lobby,Foyer,Gazebo,
Garden,Yard,Courtyard,
Country scene,Farm yard,
on Vineyard,Golf course,
Beach,Lakefront,Riverfront,
venue grounds.
Bridal party
Bride and Groom with bridesmaids,groomsmen
Bride and Groom with bridal party
Bride with bridesmaids,maid of honor
Groom and groomsmen,best man
Entire wedding party
Family
Bride and Groom with bride's parents
Bride and Groom with groom's parents
Bride and Groom with both sets of parents
Bride and Groom with siblings
Bride and Groom with close family members
Bride and Groom with their children
Casual shots
Reception
at the venue
Bride & Groom on Balcony ,Stairs,
in Lobby,Foyer,Gazebo,
Garden,Yard,Courtyard,
Country scene,Farm yard,
on Vineyard,Golf course,
Beach,Lakefront,Riverfront,
venue grounds.
Bride showing ring
Wedding Day - Reception
reception venue -
before room fills up,
possibly getting there before to watch the decorating,
room decor,flowers,garlands,swags,
drapes,curtains,lighting,
buffet set-up,centerpieces,table settings, plates,glassware,
place cards, wedding favors, swag bags,
Guests arriving
Bride & Groom arriving
Toasts and Speeches
Rituals
Ceremonies
The first dance
Bride dancing with father,
Groom dancing with mother
The appetizers,wine cart,
the feast, buffet, plated dinners,
food,drinks, bar,dessert table,candy table,
Guests eating, drinking, talking, dancing
Wedding cake
Cutting the cake
Bride and Groom mingling with guests
guests giving blessings,gifts,and
congratulations to the couple
posing with friends
Guests dancing
Musicians, singers, DJ
Entertainers
Ensemble,Band
Performers
Games
Staff
Service people
Waiters , bar tender , coat check , valet attendant
End of the night
The energy of the big day is winding down.
Emotional flow.
Sentimental pauses.
Bride & Groom relaxed.
People relaxed
People leaving
Bride & Groom exit
On the special day
Timing is Precious
DON’T MISS A SHOT
Assign someone to assist
the photographer ,
Designate a photo helper:
To watch the door,
To keep an eye out for special shots
to direct them to events , speeches, critical
arrival and departure times
to make sure your photographer is accurately directed
to events at correct times
To arrange group shots, allow a few minutes to gather everyone.
To guide, ask participants to wait for the photographer
at arrival and departure times
to ensure that those special moments get captured
especially if using balloons or confetti or flower petals.
surprises, cake cutting , first glance and first dance.
Make sure that everyone involved in the planning,
management & organizing ,has copies of the shot list
Do a walk through before the wedding day
Walk around the venue from place to place where you definitely want to take photos and keep track of how long it takes too, take notes, on your phone and give copies to the wedding party.
When the day comes you may get too busy to remember all the shots you want and you don't want to remember afterwards that for example, we forgot the bridge shot.
More things to consider for your event photos
Are there any items which need to be
included in the photos?
antiques
family mementos
collectibles
vehicles
animals
plants , trees , garden
rooms, walls, doors
fence
gazebo
walkway, driveway
bridge
neighborhood
lake , pond
fountain
Other service people who contribute to the event
neighbors
groundskeeper
gardener
security
doorman
maid
chef, kitchen ,staff
builder, carpenter
painter
handyman
tailor
decorator , designer
lighting technicians
music director, DJ
Delivery person
Uber driver
chauffeur
bus driver