Before the Ceremony

Team Bride

For the Bride, it's advisable to plan for 1 hour and 15 to 30 minutes.

Capturing the Joy of Your Wedding Morning

The morning of your wedding is a magical time filled with excitement, anticipation, and love. It's the culmination of months of planning, and every detail deserves to be cherished and remembered. To help you capture the essence of this special day, here are some items and moments to prepare for photographs.

Two gold wedding bands rest in a small outstretched palm against a warm wooden background.
Wedding invitation with rings and greenery details for Emma Grigg and Evan Williamson's January 11th ceremony at The Toolshed.
Vintage French settee with blue velvet upholstery and gold frame sits beneath ornate framed artwork on rustic wooden floor.
Someone puts on earrings while wearing an elegant white dress with their blonde curls styled for a special occasion.
A person wearing an elegant white wedding dress adjusts delicate strappy sandals while getting ready.
Wedding rings and pearl jewelry arranged on a rustic wooden surface with elegant floral pearls and necklace details.
Wedding rings in a green velvet box alongside a perfume bottle and accessories on a decorative surface.

Invitations

Your wedding invitation sets the tone for your big day. Have a beautifully arranged invitation suite ready to be photographed. Consider including any other stationery items, such as save-the-dates or RSVP cards, for a complete picture.


Pearl earrings and wedding details rest beside white floral arrangements on a dark blue surface.

Shoes

Your wedding shoes reflect your style and personality. Whether they are elegant heels or comfortable flats!


Rings

The wedding rings symbolise your  love and commitment. A close-up shot of the rings, perhaps nestled in a decorative box or resting on a meaningful object, can create a stunning and sentimental image. They will never be this shiny again!


Jewellery

Embrace the sparkle and sophistication of your wedding jewellery. Your necklace, bracelets, and earrings contribute significantly to your overall appearance. It's essential to cherish these subtle yet vital details.


A person wearing an elegant white wedding dress adjusts delicate strappy sandals while getting ready.
An elegant white wedding dress with billowing sleeves is being fitted as someone in a red one-shoulder gown helps in the background.

Flowers

Your bouquet and floral arrangements add colour and life to your wedding day. Take a moment to appreciate their beauty whilst they are still looking their best.


Perfume

Your chosen fragrance will evoke memories of your wedding day for years to come.  It will forever be your wedding perfume.


A small oval silver locket with ornate beaded edges lies on a white book or paper surface.

Sentimental Items

Include any sentimental items that hold special meaning for you. This could be a cherished photo, a family handkerchief, or a heirloom ring. These items tell your personal story often represent someone special missing from the day.

A white wedding dress hangs in the doorway of a craftsman style house entrance with bushes on the brick front steps.
A bride in an elegant white off-shoulder wedding gown and tiara gazes thoughtfully out a window.

Special Moments to Capture

Bride with Dress

Capture the moment when you first see your wedding dress on your special day. This is a time filled with emotion and anticipation.


Putting on Earrings/Perfume

These intimate moments of preparation are beautiful to photograph. They reflect the quiet excitement and personal journey leading up to your vows.

Bridesmaids Helping Bride with Shoes/Dress

Include your bridesmaids in the photos as they help you with the final touches. These candid interactions showcase the love and support of your closest friends.

By preparing these items and moments for your photographer, you'll ensure that the joy and beauty of your wedding morning are captured forever. Enjoy every moment and let your happiness shine through in every photograph.

A bride in a sleek white wedding dress sits on an antique blue velvet settee while putting on earrings beneath vintage framed art.
Family in coordinating beige outfits gathered on front porch of modern farmhouse with white rocking chairs.
A bride in an elegant white off-shoulder wedding gown puts on earrings while looking in a framed mirror.
A black and white wedding photo showing attendants helping adjust a flowing bridal gown by a sunlit bay window.
Bridesmaids wearing pink and purple dresses pose together outdoors under green trees on a sunny day.
A wedding party in pastel-colored dresses holding colorful bouquets stands together on a sunny day by a rustic fence.
Three people in light pink bridesmaid dresses holding elegant white floral bouquets pose together outdoors.