Wedding Photo Checklist: Don’t Miss a Single Special Moment

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Complete wedding photography guide covering all essential shots from getting ready to reception and exit for capturing every precious moment.

Complete Wedding Photography Guide

Comprehensive wedding photography checklist covering every essential shot from getting ready details and ceremony moments to reception celebrations and exit photos, ensuring no precious memory is missed on your special day.

1. Details & Styling

1Wedding dress hung (on a nice hanger, from a door/window)

2Veil (laid out, or hanging)

3Bridal shoes, jewelry, perfume, accessories

4Groom's shoes, cufflinks, tie, boutonnière

5Wedding rings (close-up, with ring box)

6Invitation suite, stationery, programs

7Bouquet, boutonnières, floral arrangements

8Wedding favours, signage, place cards

9Personal heirlooms, family mementos

10Bridal clutch / purse / other small props

2. Getting Ready – Bride

1Makeup application (close-ups & wide)

2Hair styling (bride, bridesmaids)

3The bride putting on her dress (from different angles)

4Bridesmaids helping (zipping, buttoning, adjusting)

5Full-length bride in mirror / reflection shot

6Bride putting on shoes / jewelry

7Bride with her parents / siblings in candid moments

8Bride holding bouquet before walking out

9Reaction shots / candid laughter / emotion

10Detail shots on dress texture, lace, train

3. Getting Ready – Groom

1Groom's suit / tuxedo laid out

2Groom putting on his shirt, tie, cufflinks

3Groomsmen helping / interacting

4Groom's shoes, belt, watch detail

5Groom adjusting jacket, tie in mirror

6Groom's reaction / expression moments

7Groom with his parents / siblings

8Groom holding boutonniere before pinning

9Close-up of boutonnière being pinned

10Candid moments among the groomsmen

4. First Look & Pre-Ceremony Moments

1Groom waiting (anticipation)

2Bride approaching groom (back view or side)

3The reveal / first glance

4Reaction of both (emotional close-ups)

5Couple hugging / holding hands

6Walking together (hand in hand)

7Bride's face as groom sees her

8Detail / ambient elements in the scene

9Bridal party reactions (if included)

10Alternative portrait with soft light (environment)

5. Ceremony Venue & Setup

1Exterior of ceremony venue

2Interior of venue before guests arrive

3Altar, arch, floral décor close-ups

4Chairs, aisle, aisle décor

5Signage, welcome boards

6Guests arriving / being seated

7Wide view of full ceremony space

8Floral arrangements, decorations detail

9Ambient light / architectural features

10Ceremony program, candles, decor pieces

6. Ceremony Key Moments

1Bride walking down the aisle

2Groom's reaction / expression

3Parents / family walking down aisle

4Exchanging of vows (close-up faces)

5Exchanging rings (hands close-up)

6First kiss as a married couple

7Wide shot capturing the scene

8Guests' reactions (tears, smiles)

9Signing of register / marriage certificate

10Recessional — couple walking back down the aisle

7. Portraits & Formal Group Shots

1Bride & groom solo portraits (various poses)

2Couple walking / candid together

3Bride with parents / siblings

4Groom with parents / siblings

5Couple with both sets of parents

6Couple with wedding party (bridesmaids & groomsmen)

7Bridal party individually / in pairs

8Bride with bridesmaids, groom with groomsmen

9Extended family combinations

10Unique fun / quirky poses with friends

8. Reception & Venue Details

1Reception venue before guests arrive (empty)

2Centerpieces, table settings, menus

3Cake, dessert table, food display

4Guest book, favors table, signage

5Lighting, chandeliers, ambient décor

6Bar, drink stations, cocktail décor

7Bridal table / sweetheart table details

8Place cards, napkin details, table numbers

9Flowers, candles, table décor close-ups

10Room-wide views with lighting

9. Reception Moments & Entertainment

1Couple's grand entrance

2Toasts / speeches (bride/groom & guests)

3First dance (wide & close-up)

4Parent dances (father/daughter, mother/son)

5Guests dancing, candid joy

6Cake cutting

7Bride & groom feeding each other cake

8Bouquet toss / garter toss (if applicable)

9Guests interacting, hugging, chatting

10Performers, band / DJ, entertainment shots

10. Exit / After Party / Final Shots

1Sparkler exit / confetti toss / bubbles

2Couple leaving venue (car, walk, etc.)

3Night portraits (if possible)

4After-party dances / celebrations

5Candid late-night guests, fun moments

6Shoe shots / moments of rest

7Night lighting, venue in darkness / lights

8Couple's final intimate shots

9Last dance or closing moment

10Clean-up, lights off, empty venue for memory

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