Instead of thinking, “We need a photo like this,” ask yourselves:
Do we want the day to feel calm and slow?
Do we want lots of candid moments with guests?
Do we want time alone together?
Do we care more about dance floor photos or detail photos?
Your answers shape your timeline, and your timeline shapes your photos.
The biggest photo stressor on wedding days is rushing.
Add extra time for:
Getting ready
First look or pre-ceremony portraits
Family photos
Golden hour portraits
Transitioning between locations
When you’re not rushed, you look relaxed. When you look relaxed, your photos feel natural.
This matters more than almost anything else.
Rooms with:
Large windows
Neutral walls
Minimal clutter
Make a huge difference in how your photos look and feel without you having to do anything differently.
Some of the best photos happen:
While you’re fixing each other’s outfits
When you think no one is watching
During hugs, laughter, and quiet breaths
These are never on a shot list, but they’re always the ones couples love most.
Family photos don’t need to take forever. A simple, organized list ahead of time allows us to move quickly so you can get back to enjoying your day.
Pro tip: assign an organized family or wedding party member to help gather people - ideally someone who already knows everyone on your list.
That soft, glowy light right before sunset is when portraits feel effortless and romantic. Even 10 minutes makes a difference.
One of the biggest worries couples have before their wedding day is this:
“What if we forget a photo we really wanted?”
Here’s the good news: you don’t need a mile-long Pinterest checklist or a perfectly memorized shot list. The most meaningful wedding photos aren’t the ones you plan. They’re the ones that happen when you’re fully present, not thinking about the camera at all.
That said, there are a few thoughtful things you can do ahead of time to make sure your wedding photos feel effortless, emotional, and completely you.
This is the exact guidance I give my couples before their wedding day.
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