Charlotte Burton |
8 Fun Ways to take wedding photographs that you probably haven’t thought of!
Your wedding day is set to be one of the most memorable days of your life., but, there is a chance that you will be so busy ,that you won’t get to fully appreciate and enjoy everything that is going on around you.
This is why we recommend booking a great photographer who takes amazing pictures . A wedding photographer will capture the moments that you want to remember and cherish for years to come. They have a unique perspective being a professional who is part of your wedding and will move around amongst different groups of people that you love, capturing moments that you may have missed.
A good wedding photographer is skilled in not only taking posed pictures of the wedding party, and just as importantly, they are also skilled at capturing candid moments. They also think outside the box and take unique and interesting shots that will make you smile.
You don’t have to just stick with traditional ideas such as the bride getting ready, first sight of the bride in her gown, the bridal party all posed together, close ups of the flowers or rings, this is your day and if you’d like to ditch the traditional you can!
It’s all about being yourself, so if you’d like quirky wedding photography then go for it. Look at photographic styles that you like, meet with a variety of photographers to see who you gel with.
We hope this list will inspire you and get you started on all your wedding photo ideas:
1. Camera facing the sky
Instead of a front on shot of the bride standing with her bridesmaids alongside her, have the camera positioned on the floor facing up to the sky, have the bride and bridesmaids gather round in a circle and take some photos as they all raise a glass to each other. You can have something similar done with the groom and groomsmen too.
2. Wear something bold
Gone are the days where it’s all white and pretty pastels are all the craze. In 2022, it’s all about uniqueness, being different and bold. Whether you incorporate bold colours into your bridesmaids attire, go for bold shoes or show a hint of your coloured petticoat underneath your wedding dress.
3. Wedding party running
Have the wedding party all line up and run towards the photographer BUT mix this up by giving different members of the party a different brief on why they are running, the facial expressions captured can be priceless.
4. Groom throws the bouquet
For a little bit of fun how about having the groom throw
the bouquet with all the men at the wedding trying to catch it? You can always do another throw with the bride as well for a more traditional feel.
5. Use distance and perspective to your advantage
Have the groomsmen or bridesmaids stand back at a distance and then have the bride or groom up close to the camera poised as if they are about to stand on the wedding party. Have the bridesmaids / groomsmen pose as if scared and trying to ward off the enormous foot that is about to trample them.
6. Incorporate the sunset
Photo credit: Sadie at Sadie Osborne Photography | www.sadieosborne.co.uk | @sadieosbornephotography
For those considering alternative wedding photography using the sunset in the background of your wedding photographs will provide beautiful shots and makes everything look more romantic and magical. When searching for your photographer make sure you ask that they take some photographs of you during this magic hour.
7. The veil
Photo credit Azura Gold Wedding Photography | www.azuragoldphotography.com | @azura_gold_photography
There are many gorgeous photographs where the couple are stealing a moment or a kiss underneath the veil. Having the veil in shot creates an intimate moment where the two of you are the pure focus
8.Use props
Photo credit: Emily at Lotus Photography \ www.lotusphotography.com \ @lotusphotographyuk
You can capture some really pretty photos using props and as you’ll know by now fun photos are the best! Pinterest is full of wedding prop ideas from giant floral arches to messages, banners, words or hearts. You can use anything you can think of and it’s the perfect time to show off your theme, personality and fun side!
There are lots of fun ways that you can capture that you can capture memories to be treasured forever, some can be completely candid and others can be posed but can use movement, light, distance, and an alternative perspective to add in some fun. Don’t be afraid of using some props too – big or small, fun or sentimental – they can all add to you special day and make you pictures that little more special to you.
Love Mel
Owner of Bridal Reloved Leicester