Planning your wedding has been an incredible journey, and now it’s time to capture those precious moments in the best way possible. While you trust your photographer, having a shot list can ensure you get the specific pictures you’ve imagined. Share your must-have photos with your photographer in advance, and they’ll be ready to capture both the organic, candid moments and the shots you desire.
How to Use a Wedding Photo Shot List:
Share half a dozen must-have photos with your photographer ahead of your wedding day. This will help them plan creatively and ensure they capture all the special moments you envision.
Remember, even without a shot list, you’ll get plenty of beautiful shots throughout the day. However, if there’s something specific you want, make sure to communicate it. Use our example shot list below as a starting point and customize it to make it your own!
DETAILS:
- Invitation, program, special signs & gifts
- Wedding rings
- Wedding dresses/suits
- Outfit accessories like shoes, cuff links, or jewelry
- Bouquet, corsages, boutonnieres
GETTING READY:
- Bride(s) and bridesmaids getting hair and makeup done
- Fun wedding party moments
- Mother and bride/groom portraits
- Father and bride/groom portraits
- Family shots
PRE-CEREMONY:
- Couple’s first look
- Bride(s) with bridesmaids/flower girls
- Groom(s) with groomsmen/ring bearer
CEREMONY:
- Venue shots, inside and outside details
- Groom and groomsmen waiting
- Guest shots
- Bridal party entrance
- Bride(s) walking down the aisle
- Groom’s reaction
- Parent giving away the bride
- Exchanging vows and rings
- The first kiss as a married couple and the moment after
- Signing the marriage certificate
- The recessional (couple walking back up the aisle)
GROUP PORTRAITS:
- Couple with bridesmaids/groomsmen
- Couple with the entire wedding party
- Bride(s) with bridesmaids/maid of honor
- Groom(s) with groomsmen/best man
- Couple with any children
- Couple with each set of parents
- Couple with both sets of parents
- Couple with siblings
- Couple with close family members
RECEPTION:
- Details and room décor shots
- Wedding cake details
- Grand entrance
- Toasts and speeches
- Cake cutting
- The first dance
- Bride(s) dancing with father/groom(s) dancing with mother
- Couple mingling with guests
- Guests dancing
- Musicians, singers, DJ
- Grand exit
Remember, your wedding shot list is a guide, and your day will unfold uniquely. Embrace the beauty of what makes your wedding day special and enjoy the memories that will last a lifetime!
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