9 small things that will elevate your wedding pictures
Time after time I go to weddings and think- It could have been the perfect picture, but… -. So I decided to make this blog post to help you get the best pictures possible and for me to not spend endless hours editing hehe.
Take off all the stickers and tags from your clothing and shoes. It totally makes sense- you only want the best for your wedding, so more often than not, you purchase brand new clothes and shoes for your special occasion. However, here’s a little reminder for you to check the bottom of your shoes before walking down the wedding aisle.
During the ceremony make sure that you are standing/ seated so guests (and me) can see you. If you have decided to have your dearest stand and sit next to you at the alter or ceremony front, make sure that first persons that me and the guest see are still you two. As well as make sure sure to sit/ stand across from each other. Imagine the you walking down the aisle but instead of seeing your partner’s reaction, all we can see is your father in law- pictures will tell the wrong story haha.
Ask your ring barrier and the officiant to mind their own business. This goes hand in hand with the previous one. We want to see you at your most important moments. Not how your cousin. So, when you exchange the rings, ask your ring barrier to step away and not spoil the view for the guests and your future children (the photos). And when it is time to kiss for the first time as a married couple, please please ask your priest or officiant to step away. I can’t tell you how many times I have photographed the first kiss with awkward priest in the back just looking at you. Those are some creepy pictures you will never erase from your brain.
Thank you for help bridesmaid, now take off please. It is not uncommon for the brides with a dress to ask their mom, sister or best friend to fix their dress before they walk down the aisle or head out of the church. Good sense! Just remind that kind soul to fix the dress before the doors open and before your start walking. No one wants to see that bent down butt in the pictures.
Take out the rice. You know those cool pictures of a couple walking out of the church and guests throwing rice at them? Super fun! Love them! But annoying part of that tradition is all the rice that you will find in your clothes and hair for the rest of the day. So make sure to have a second before the wedding portraits where you and your besties help you get rid of all the small bits. You worked so hard to plan your outfit, you don’t want to ruin it so early in the day. Plus- editing them out is PAIN. It is also worth to consider other beautiful alternatives for confetti. Here are few other options.
Feed your photographer. Hungry photographer is not good photographer. Make sure to charge my batteries to get the best photos possible. Also make sure I have somewhere to sit down and take a break- especially during the wedding party!
Poke the photographer before you cut the cake. Sometime I can get carried away shooting everything I see, so make sure to poke me before the big moments like- hey we are about to cut the cake- and I will be running. Most of the time I notice these moments myself and am ready for action, but little poke will never hurt.
Be prepared for the weather. Copenhagen/ Denmark can be cold and rainy, especially in the winter months. Make sure to pack warm clothing and waterproof gear, and plan your activities and itinerary accordingly. However, remember that rain on your wedding day isn’t such a bad thing. It will invite you to cuddle up with your partner which is never a bad thing. The light will be perfect and after the rain you will get that fresh-air breeze.
Relax. Most importantly, have fun! It's your big day, so enjoy every moment, even if things don't go exactly as planned. The pictures will be great no matter what. I know- kind of funny for me to write that after you just finished reading this article haha
