Photographer photo list wedding

I’ve covered this argument in my article “Preserving Timeless Memories: 26 Must-Have Wedding Photos” but in case needed, I’ve prepared a short and schematic list of the whole wedding day photo coverage :

Details:

• The engagement ring
• The wedding rings
• The ring box
• The invitation suite flat lay, including save-the-dates, invitations, and envelopes
• The wedding vow booklets
• Programs
• Welcome bags if you have them
• Shots of the venue
• The room where you’re getting ready
• The bride’s wedding dress suspended from a hanger
• Any jewelry, like earrings, bracelets, or necklaces
• The bride’s wedding shoes
• The bride’s perfume
• Hair accessories, if applicable
• The bridal bouquet
• The groom’s suit or tuxedo
• The pocket square
• The tie or bow tie
• The boutonnière
• Cufflinks
• The groom’s shoes
• The groom’s cologne
• Flower girl baskets
• Corsages
• Any other sentimental items, such as an heirloom or a bouquet charm

Some of these images may be grouped, for example you can easily group together things like bride’s perfume, shoes and accessories.

Getting-Ready Photos

• The bride getting her hair and makeup done
• The bridesmaids getting their hair and makeup done
• A shot of the bride and bridesmaids in their getting-ready attire, whether they’re drinking champagne or just having fun
• The bride getting dressed with the mother of the bride, maid of honor, or another wedding party member providing assistance
• A full-length shot of the bride in her wedding dress
• Any bridal party or parent first look photos
• Emotional shots of the bride with siblings, friends, or parents
• The groom adding finishing touches, such as putting on his tie or cufflinks or buttoning up his shirt
• The groom’s mother attaching a boutonniere
• The groom getting ready while his groomsmen assist
• A full-length shot of the groom in his wedding attire
• A group shot of the groom and groomsmen in their wedding attire
• Touching moments between the groom and his parents, siblings, or best man

First Look Photos ( only if you decide to do the first look!)

• The groom waiting for the bride 
• The bride walking toward the groom
• The moment the grand reveal happens 
• The couple’s reactions
• The couple hugging or kissing after the first look
• The couple looking at each other
• The couple holding hands
• The couple walking next to each other

Ceremony Shots

• The ceremony setup without the guests on site
• A close-up shot of the altar
• A close-up shot of the arrangements that line the aisle
• Any other unique floral arrangement or decorations
• Guests entering the site
• The guests seated
• The couple’s parents walking down the aisle
• The groom walking down the aisle
• The wedding party walking down the aisle
• The flower girl and ring bearer walking down the aisle
• The bride walking down the aisle
• The groom’s reaction to the bride
• The father of the bride giving his daughter away
• The couple standing at the altar in front of their officiant
• A wide shot of the audience during the ceremony
• Loved ones sharing any special readings 
• The couple exchanging wedding vows
• The couple exchanging rings
• The first kiss as a married couple
• The moment after the couple kisses
• The recessional
• The audience’s reactions to ceremony moments
• The couple leaving the ceremony site

Group Shots

• The bride with her parents
• The bride with immediate family
• The groom with his parents
• The groom with immediate family
• The couple with both sets of parents
• The couple with immediate family from both sides
• The bride with her bridesmaids
• The bride with her maid of honor
• The groom with his groomsmen
• The groom with his best man
• The couple with their entire wedding party

Once the group photo is done, keep taking pictures, something interesting might happy:

The portraits:

• The couple posing together
• The couple hugging or kissing one another
• The couple looking at each other
• The couple walking, holding hands
• The couple looking out at the sunset or the view

Reception Photos

• The exterior of your reception venue
• The seating chart/escort card display
• The guest book
• The bar
• The lounge area if included
• A wide shot of the reception space
• The head table
• The guest tables
• The sweetheart table if applicable
• Close-up shots of decorations on the tables, such as table numbers and centerpieces
• The place settings
• The cake and any other desserts
• The couple making their reception entrance
• The first dance
• The couple sitting at the head table
• A close-up shot of the food
• The couple and their guests eating dinner
• Friends and family making toasts and delivering speeches
• The couple listening to speeches and toasts
• The couple chatting with their guests
• The father-daughter dance
• The mother-son dance
• The cake cutting
• Outfit changes
• The live band or DJ 
• Guests on the dance floor
• The couple dancing with their guests
• The bride and groom dancing with each other
• The couple exiting the reception ( when appliable)
• The couple’s vehicle leaving ( when appliable)