Introduction
  • Introduction
The Bride Getting Ready
  • It starts here: Photographing the dress and shoes at the bride's home or hotel
  • Bride applying makeup, close up shot
  • Photographing the bride's dress as it's being done up
  • Photographing other items of clothing as they're being done up
  • Don’t overlook those small but important details
  • Shooting through a doorway or structure for a reportage photo
  • Photos of family member looking over the speech and other notes
  • Parents seeing the bride for the first time
  • Bride by a window – flatter her with soft light
  • Bride by a window - against the light, featuring the dress
  • Bride relaxing on a sofa looking out of a window
  • Bride walking down the stairs
  • Getting Ready Section - PDF of thumbnails (see Resources)
The Ceremony
  • Arriving at the church
  • Photographing the wedding rings
  • Walking the aisle - Photographing the processional and recessional
  • Capturing the groom’s first sight of his bride
  • Capturing some wedding ceremony moments – Part I
  • Capturing some wedding ceremony moments – Part 2
  • Signing the register / marriage license
  • The Ceremony Section - PDF of thumbnails (see Resources)
After the Ceremony
  • Dramatic image of bride and groom in the church doorway
  • Capturing the hugs and kisses immediately following the ceremony
  • Throwing of the confetti - always a great action shot
  • A few tips for taking formal photos of the bride
  • Photographing informal photos of the groom
  • Photographing relaxed photos of the groom and his best man
  • An idea for a strong, dramatic photo of the groom
  • The bride and groom standing and sitting in the car or carriage
  • After the Ceremony Section - PDF of thumbnails (see Resources)
The Reception
  • Drinks on a tray - get in quick before they go
  • The formal group photos - the families will always ask for these
  • Ideas for photographing the groomsmen and bridesmaids
  • Bride and groom kissing to cheering friends
  • The bouquet and bride with a difference
  • Photographing the bride and groom on their own in a relaxed mood
  • Creative idea for a cake shot, with bride and groom in background
  • Photographing the wedding breakfast speeches
  • Photographing the first dance
  • The Reception section - PDF of thumbnails (see Resources)
Course conclusion
  • Course conclusion