make a wedding photography checklist
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Once a wedding day has come and gone, those happy memories will live on forever through your photographs. Proper wedding photography captures the joy and love of the day. Each photo incites a memory, and when these photos are placed together, the story of the day unfolds like a good book. Although most professional photographers have extensive experience in photographing weddings, a little assistance from the bride and groom will help. To ensure your photographer captures the images you wish to remember forever, consider making a wedding photography checklist.
Things You'll Need
- Pen
- Paper
- Computer-based word processing program
Instructions
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Consult your photographer to ensure that he will work form a photography checklist. While some professional photographers are willing to use your checklist, others supply their own list and still others do not work from a list at all. If your photographer agrees to work from your list, find out what specific information he will need and if he has any recommendations for you.
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Decide which photographs you want taken before the ceremony, while the bride and groom are preparing. For example, you might want photos of the bride's wedding dress before she puts it on, the bride getting her makeup done and the groom relaxing with his groomsmen.
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Identify the specific shots you will want of the wedding ceremony itself. Although your photographer will be inclined to capture all the most crucial moments (exchanging rings, first kiss), you might have additional ideas. Some popular ceremony pictures include the grandparents being seated, the father of the bride giving her away, and you and your partner entering the getaway car or limousine.
4
List the important family portraits the photographer should be sure to take on the wedding day. With all that is going on during the day, it's easy to forget the simple portraits in lieu of all the fun, creative shots. You will likely want several photos of the bride and groom alone, together, with their respective wedding parties and with their families. You might also want a photograph of both families together. Consider the family members and friends most important in your life and proceed from there.
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Decide where you will have your scenic wedding photos taken, and gather ideas on poses and special shots. Although scenic locations vary by city and state, typical locations include parks, waterfront areas, flower gardens and golf courses. Creative ideas for photos include the bridal party on swings, the groomsmen holding the bride off the ground, the entire group jumping into the air, and the children (flower girl, ring bearer) playing together in the grass.
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Determine which specific photographs should be taken during the wedding reception. In an effort to capture the essence of the event, most photographers will take a more liberal approach during the reception. However, you might still list a few specific shots that are important to you. For example, the photographer should capture images of your table settings, escort card table and bridal party table. You also will want to make sure he captures the bride and groom's entrance, cake cutting, the first dance and several candid shots throughout the night.
Tips &- Warnings
According to Frugalbride.com, keep in mind that each photograph will take approximately two minutes to capture. When compiling your photography list, keep your wedding day schedule in mind.
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