Your wedding is one of the most important events in your life, and you want to capture some of the best moments that are going to happen so that you can recollect those lovely moments when you are older. The bride and groom, as well as their family and friends, share genuine and memorable moments on their wedding day. These are the kinds of memories the couple will treasure, and they’ll look great in their wedding album. Here are some occasions that you should consider when deciding what needs to be captured and pointed out.

1. The Bride

There’s a euphoric sensation in the air. As the bride gets her hair done up and cosmetics applied meticulously, her closest friends and family are around her. In the moments leading up to the “I do”, be sure to record the toasts, laughs, and tears. Take notice of the wedding dress’s intricacies, and attempt to get photographs of the bridesmaids assisting with the dress’s zipper or clutching a bracelet on the bride’s arm. This is also an excellent opportunity to photograph the bride and her loved ones, such as her bridesmaids, father and mother, and grandparents. As her loved ones see her change, a photographer should look for real feelings, happiness, and tears in their eyes. Also, putting on a bride’s wedding gown is the moment when being married becomes a reality. It’s a thrilling and emotional event that deserves to be documented, so don’t forget to include this wonderful photography in the wedding gallery.

2. The Groom

The groom, like the bride, has the right to a private photo session. It’s quite cute to witness the groom going into his shoes or his suit. Since you’ll be spending a bit on photography for your wedding, ask your photographer to close up and take photos portraying the groom fixing his cuffs and putting on his jacket. If you want a photo of the groom with his best man or father, have them assist him in putting on his jacket, so the photographer can get an image of everyone together. Because getting ready for the groom may take less time, he/she should shoot a few images of him sitting down to add to the groom’s picture gallery.

3. The First Look

One of the most thrilling parts of the day is sneaking up behind the groom, knowing that this is the first and only time he will see his wife in her wedding gown before they marry.  Collaborate with your professional photographer during the initial look to get the shots that count. It would be amazing to have another person taking pictures of the groom while others work with the bride. As she approaches the groom, the photographer can take wonderful pictures of the bride.

Many couples overlook documenting the moment when a father and mother see their daughter in her wedding gown for the first time. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime event that you’ll remember and reflect on long after your wedding. So pay much attention to this moment as well, since it is among the moments that carry a special feeling within it.

4. Walking Down The Aisle

That moment when a groom sees his wife for the first time as she goes down the aisle is one that your photographer must capture. This is one of those times when having an assistant photographer on hand is quite beneficial. One photographer will shoot the bride heading down the aisle, while the other will record the groom’s reaction when he first sees his beloved one. If you don’t have another photographer, have a family member film the groom in a non-intrusive manner and request that the footage be included in the final edit. Don’t forget about many notable people who will walk down the aisle as the event begins. Photograph the flower girl and ring bearer, as well as the parents and wedding party. 

Capturing the looks on the bride’s loved ones’ faces as she walks down the aisle is extremely precious since everyone is full of love and caught up in the moment you will remember forever. If your photographer has an assistant, ask them to catch your parents’ faces if at all feasible, since they are the ones who are truly lucky to see you so beautiful and happy on your most important day.

5. The First Kiss

The first kiss is a memorable occasion, as well as the most romantic. People are clapping and applauding. The first kiss as husband and wife is incredibly important and will be remembered for the rest of their life! Your first kiss as a couple is an unforgettable experience. Just make sure you keep the kiss going long enough for your photographer to grab a few decent images.

6. Wedding Reception Place

Before the wedding reception begins, it is quite important to get some great photographs of the site where the wedding ceremony will take place before the guests come in. From the wedding reception place decorations to the wedding reception cuisine, a wedding photographer should capture every element of the reception site.

Hopefully, these suggestions will help you capture the most important events at your wedding. Once you open your photo album, you will recollect how lovely and special those moments were.