The Ultimate Wedding Guide: 
Part 4

wedding planning

DON’T MISS A MOMENT:
​A MUST-HAVE SHOT LIST FOR YOUR WEDDING

Apart from the typical family photos, there are plenty of must-have shots that you can pick + choose from on your wedding day. Many of the detail shots (such as the rings, boutonnieres, veils, shoes, etc.) can be taken by the second shooter while the main photographer is busy catching all of the other events on this whirlwind day.
 
Note: If you haven’t gotten a chance to check out my Reasons to Hire a Second Shooter post, take a peek at that one first!
 
Below you’ll find a comprehensive list of photo ideas for your big day. Feel free to take it + tweak it to your needs as a couple, then run it by your photographer to see what other ideas they might have for you!
 
Before the Ceremony
Ceremony + Reception Area Photos
Getting Ready Photos (Bride, Groom, and Bridal Party)
First Look Photos (either with family members or with bride + groom)
Details (Rings, Boutonnieres, Vows, Veils, Shoes, Invitations, Jewelry, etc.)
 
During the Ceremony
Groom’s Reaction
Ring Bearer/Flower Girl
Bridal Party Procession In/Out
Bride walking down the aisle
Emotional Moments/Vows
Ring Ceremony
The Kiss!
Any other unique moments
 
After the Ceremony
Family + Bridal Party Portraits
Couple Portraits
Grand Entrances
Speeches
Cake Cutting
Guests with Bride + Groom
Throwing Bouquet/Garter
First Dance(s)
Party Photos

I encourage you to take this list and customize it for your big day, then share it with your photographer so all of the once-in-a-lifetime moments of the day are captured forever...