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20 Common Things Couples Forget During Wedding Planning

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Bride and groom in the Sunnybrae wedding reception area

Things Couples Forget During Wedding Planning

Your wedding is the biggest day of your life. It has to be fun and memorable. However, planning a wedding is hard work that can be tiring and overwhelming. “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail;” that’s a famous saying that has lasted for generations because it is true. You need a good wedding plan to ensure your wedding is indeed a blast.

Regardless of how great you are at organising things, there are still some details that you can forget. They are sometimes so small that even the best couples forget about them. We want your wedding to be beautiful and classy, which is why we’ve helped you put together this list of common things couples forget during wedding planning.

First dance at Krystal Function Center wedding reception

20 Common Things Couples Forget During Wedding Planning

Do you want your wedding to be perfect? Take note of these details.

1. Have a Contact Booklet

You must have a separate booklet to document any vendor’s contacts, including your maid of honour, mother-in-law, or anyone you would want to contact in case of emergency. Having your phone switched off can cause panic if you do not have a backup.

2. Decoration Restrictions

Research your wedding venue to avoid embarrassment where there would be restrictions on using candles, red carpet, or decorating on the walls. Confirm if there are no restrictions placed on the venue you will be using.

National wine center wedding Exit under sparklers

3. Have an Emergency Kit

Have a kit that contains your spare makeup, safety pins, plaster, and anything you think you could need on your big day. Give it to someone who is easily accessible and organised.

4. Backup Shoes

It does not matter if you bought expensive shoes for your big day or if you’ve tried it many times. You need comfortable shoes you can quickly wear to relax your feet and avoid discomfort.

Wedding shoes lined up

5. Have Extra Cash

Make sure you have extra cash at your disposal to make orders in case of an emergency. This way, you can avoid being stranded at the venue, especially when you want to make quick payments.

6. Assign Your Phone To Someone

Keep your phone away on your big day; it is a lifesaving hack. It will cause distractions; instead, assign your phone to someone you trust to capture the moments. You need not worry because it’s likely that all the people you text will be around.

7. Have Breakfast

It is normal to not have an appetite on your big day but make sure you have breakfast on the morning of your wedding. When you eat breakfast, it gives you strength throughout the day and keeps you active.

Of all the things to forget during wedding planning, keep this one at the forefront of your mind – make time to actually eat well on your big day!

8. Transportation

Consider your guests when you’re planning the transportation to and from your venue. If you are arranging their transport or a place to stay before or after the wedding, inform them so they can plan accordingly.

bride and groom with bridal party and cars

9. Gifts

If there are gifts to give to your guests, make sure it is ready a day before the wedding so that you would not end up forgetting to give them out. You want your guests to leave your venue satisfied and happy with the gift you offer them.

10. Have a Playlist

It is essential to have a playlist so that your band will know what you like. Also, it’s crucial to have a ‘do not play list’ to avoid embarrassing situations.

11. Pack an Extra Outfit

The bride needs an extra outfit that is easy to pull over her head after getting her makeup done. This would save her from smearing her clothes with makeup or messing up her hair.

12. Carry Your Bridesmaid Along

You need to inform your bridesmaid of all your arrangements and ensure the person can handle any situation where you need to reapply your makeup or adjust your dress.

13. Have a Backup Budget

Having a backup budget especially for an emergency will save you a lot of stress. You should have a budget for a contingency plan to handle unexpected situations.

14. Plan For The Weather

Do not depend on the weather forecast, also plan for unfavorable weather conditions because the weather can change anytime. It would be bad for your guests to be soaked on your wedding day, it will surely dampen the mood of things.

Lightning

15. Inform Your Suppliers If There Will Be Overtime

You need to inform your suppliers if they will work overtime. It may not work out if you tell them on the wedding day. It could be so bad that you might end up not having a band for the last hour. You would have to negotiate with them to avoid being stranded.

16. Designate Someone To Be In Charge Of Your Gifts and Personal Items

You can put anyone who you trust in charge of your gifts and packages. The person will ensure that nothing is missing and that all the items are properly organised.

17. Food

Make sure you consider your guests when planning the food. Some guests have diabetes and would be careful about what to eat. Try to provide different options they can explore without putting their health at risk.

18. Feed Your Suppliers

Do not forget to feed your suppliers, they are part of your guests and you must treat them well. Without these people, your wedding would only be a disaster. Giving them food would keep them motivated and productive throughout your big day. This tip works like magic!

Mollydooker wines food

19. Practice Your Vows

Practice your vows by writing and speaking them out. Try to get comfortable with the details of your speech so your delivery can be smooth. You can also assign someone to give a vote of thanks after the wedding or just handle it by yourself. Whatever happens, don’t forget to thank your guests.

20. Arrange Your Chairs and Tables

Label your table and seats appropriately so your friends and relatives would know where to sit. It helps to keep your reception organised.

 

Of course this isnt an exhaustive list of things to forget when wedding planning, but should help free you from many unexpected incidents. If you are overwhelmed with the planning, you can always get a professional assistant. Make sure to keep a smile on your face throughout the day; it will keep your day bright and fun.

 

 

 

 

15 Essential Wedding Photos to Take During Your Celebration

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Essential Wedding Photos to Take During Your Celebration

Every spouse-to-be knows that wedding photos are one of the most crucial parts of the ceremony, as it captures the magic of the event and memorialises it forever.

To make sure you have a wedding album full of stunning shots and beautifully captured candid moments, it might help to have a list of must-have essential wedding photos in your mind to talk about with your wedding photographer.

To do this, look for a wedding photographer that is excited to discuss your ideas. You can then consult with them on the wedding shots that other couples ask them to do, giving you more concepts to consider. Together, you can put a list of your must-have wedding photos, ensuring they record each memorable minute and allow you to relive your special day several years later.

15 Essential Wedding Photos

Here are fifteen essential wedding photos to take during your celebration:

  • The Invitations

The first few wedding photos that many don’t think of are shots of your invitation suite. Most photographers will shoot them on the day of the wedding, think of this shot as something that won’t necessarily be hung on the wall, but more to remember something you agonised over for hours prior to your day.

It’s best to talk to your photographer about what you want out of this moment and if you want extra details, like flowers and other decorations, to be included in the photo.

Wedding invites based on uno
Wedding invite
Invite

  • The Getting Ready Montage

One of the most memorable wedding photos involves the getting ready moments, such as when the bride (and even groom) have their hair and makeup done. If you have an elaborate hairpiece, you’ll want to have a few photos of it. Include a shot of your maid of honour zipping you up in your dress, a picture of your wedding shoes, and other aspects you want to be immortalised in your wedding album.

Concentrating on makeup
Putting on makeup in front of window
Putting on Makeup in car at SC Pannell Winery
Putting makeup on

  • The Accessories

Traditional weddings involve the bride wearing something old, new, borrowed, and blue. It’s a great idea to take photos of these, given the careful consideration you put into choosing the perfect items for your special day.

Bridal affects laid out on tabletop
Bridal Affects
Bridal affects
Bridal affects

  • The Veil

Many brides place significant importance on the veil, especially if they’ve chosen one with a complex, intricate design. Don’t be afraid of showing off your veil and have your wedding photographer take pictures from multiple angles to capture its beauty in full!

Bride with veil
Bridal veil in front of camera
Helping with the veil
Bride and bridesmaids having fun under veil on bed

  • The Individual Portraits

Who can forget the individual portraits? Weddings are usually when brides shine the brightest, so it’s crucial to take a few styled pictures. Grooms can also pose for some stunning photos to show off their sleek suit. These are the essential wedding photos everyone expects from their wedding photographer.

Groom waiting for bride
Excited groom
Bride looking pretty in front of big window
Bride holding bouquet

  • The Bridal Bouquet

Wedding bouquets are often made of stunning arrangements of flowers that deserve to have their own photoshoot. Be sure to take some photos of yourself holding your beautiful bouquet and allow your photographer to stage the shoot by having it in different locations that highlight the breathtaking colours of your blooms.

Closeup of bouquets in hands
Engagement ring in red bouquet
Bridal bouquet
Close up of bouquet on ground

  • The Bridal Party

Your bridal party plays a vital role in the success of your wedding, so they deserve gorgeous photos, too! These photos are also some of the most natural, candid, and joyous since there are many laughs involved. You’ll hold these photos close to your heart since it commemorates a special moment between you and your best mates.

Bridal party talking to one another
Bridal party on Grange Jetty
Jumping bridal party

  • The First Look

Some couples prefer waiting until the actual ceremony for the first look, while others don’t mind having it before walking down the aisle. Whatever you choose, be sure to communicate this to your wedding photographer, so they know where and when to position themselves. Capturing your spouse’s reaction on film when they first see you in your wedding garb will be something to cherish forever. 

Grooms first look at bride at Ingle wood inn wedding
grooms first look at beginning of ceremony
grooms first look at the National Wine Center
nervous groom waiting for first look

  • The Candid Moments

Nothing can beat the candid moments that are abundant in a wedding. Your photographer will always be on the lookout for these precious instances of unabashed laughter and broad smiles, but it will help to talk to them about it, as it’s easy to get lost in the beauty and magic of your wedding right at the moment.

Close up of bride and groom laughing 2
Laughing groom
Laughing bride as she’s carried
laughing groom during ceremony 2

  • The Dress

Don’t forget to take a photo of the dress before it gets put on! The dress is a symbol of the entire day and is bound to get a bit messy by the end of thit. It’s nice to get a shot of it in pristine condition.

Wedding dress hanging above bridal party
Bride walking towards her wedding dress
Hanging wedding dress in shed
Hanging Thorngrove Manor wedding dress

  • The Wedding Ceremony Site

Talk to your photographer about getting a few choice shots of the venue of your wedding. That way, you can capture the magic of the day and easily relive the moment you walked down the aisle to marry the most special person in the world to you. 

The Watershed Wedding Setup
Wedding setup
Wedding Ceremony setup

  • The Walk Down the Aisle

Another essential wedding photo to take is your actual walk down the aisle on the arm of your mother, father, both, or another person who played a massive role in raising you. This moment is another memory you’ll want to keep close to you forever.

Bride and parents approaching ceremony
Bride and father approaching ceremony
bride and father approaching the ceremony
bride approaches in front of Seagrass long Point

  • The First Kiss

What moment is more magical in your wedding than the first kiss? The vow exchange is when you officially become spouses, but nothing is as electric as when you first kiss each other. Be sure to talk to the officiant beforehand, so they know to step out of the shot for this unforgettable moment.

First kiss at ingle wood inn wedding
First kiss at Partridge House wedding ceremony
First kiss on Pennington Bay
First kiss

  • The First Dance

Your first dance with your newly minted life partner is easily one of the most common essential wedding photos you’d expect from your wedding, so it’s easy to feel nervous about your dance moves and how you look on camera. With your favourite song on, you’ll have an easier time relaxing, allowing the photographer to take pictures of all the fun you’re having with your spouse!

First dance at Ingle wood Inn wedding
First dance at JDF reception cernter
first dance in blue smoke
National Wine Center Wedding Photography

  • Exit

There’s no better opportunity to go out with a bang than by exiting the venue, especially when you have a creative setup, like confetti or sparklers. Make sure to talk to your photographer about capturing this to ensure they get amazing shots. You can also stage the moment if your reception will last well into the evening, making sure the photographer takes stunning photos before everyone starts retiring for the night.

National wine center wedding Exit under sparklers
Bride and groom exiting Sunnybrea wedding
Exit

 

Your wedding will be full of unforgettable moments that you’ll want to capture forever. However, in the flurry of activity, it can be easy to forget this when you’re overcome with the joy, support, and magic of your special day. By discussing these essential wedding photos with your wedding photographer, you can focus on enjoying your wedding without worrying about recording it!

SvenStudios is an award-winning wedding photographer in Adelaide who has captured the most beautiful wedding days since 2011. Whether you need cute engagement photos, a couple photoshoot, or an innovative cinematic wedding photographer, we can do it all for you. Contact us today to learn more about what we can do for you!

All the Top Moments That Should Be Captured at Your Wedding

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Top Moments That Should Be Captured at Your Wedding

Professional wedding photography will play a huge role in your wedding as it will ensure that you’ll have an album filled with the sweetest moments of your big day captured in photos. You might even be surprised with most of the pictures because it’s unlikely that you’ll be aware of everything going on during the celebration. You are, after all, in bliss all day! 

A list of all the top moments that should be captured at your wedding

It is, therefore, necessary to have a reliable photographer who can do the job of knowing all the best, sweetest, funniest, and most candid moments of your wedding celebration. But while those photos make for a great wedding album, some special moments simply should not be missed by the photographer. Here are some of those moments:

 

The Bride’s Preparation 

Some of the most important moments are when the bride is preparing for the ceremony – when she slowly transforms from a young woman to a lovely bride. The photographer can take shots from different angles and include candid photos of the bride’s team – from her makeup artists and her family trying to help her get ready. Some of the most beautiful emotions are seen during the hours of the bride’s preparation, and she should be able to look back at those moments any time she wants. 

Bride looking in mirror at her dress
Alru Farm wedding bride
Having makeup done
bridesmaids helping put in brides dress
Every Item That the Bride Will Use

Most women would love to remember every detail of their day as a bride, so photographers should take pictures of everything she uses – the gown, shoes, veil, purse, bouquet, hair accessories, and other accessories she might wear for the wedding.

Engagement ring in flowers 5
Bridal affects
Wedding shoes on tree
bridal jewellery

 

The Moment the Parents of the Bride Sees Her All Dolled Up

One of the most heartfelt moments on the wedding day is when the parents see the bride for the first time in her wedding dress, especially because most mothers and fathers get teary-eyed at the sight of their daughter ready to move on to the next chapter of her life. 

Father’s first look at daughter
Father of the brides first look
Dad’s first look
Father’s first look of his daughter
The Groom’s Preparation

It might not take as long as the bride’s preparation, but it’s equally important. The photographer should capture all the essential details and moments of the groom’s prep time with his team. 

groom looking out window adjusting tie
Tieing tie in front of window
Wedding rings on tie
Best man Helping tie tie on groom

 

The Groom Waiting for the Bride

The image of the groom as he excitedly waits for his bride is always a sweet one, especially when he finally lays eyes on his beloved as she walks down the aisle, and his face is filled with so much emotion. It’s certainly a shot that the photographer should never miss.

Groom nervously waiting
nervous groom
Groom waiting patiently for his first look
Groom waiting patiently 2
The Bride Walking Down the Aisle

This might be among the most dramatic and exciting parts of the wedding – when the beautiful bride slowly makes her way towards her husband-to-be, looking ethereal in her white dress and her face reflecting her love and excitement. This grand entry should be captured in amazing shots for the happy couple and their future kids and grandkids to see. 

bride and father approaching the ceremony
bride approaches in front of Seagrass long Point
Kasia making her approach
Bridal approach at Lot 100
When Their Eyes Meet

There’s always that magical moment when the bride finally reaches the end of the aisle, and the happy couple lovingly looks each other in the eye. A candid shot of this would truly be magical as it is a moment that should be preserved forever. 

Grooms first look at his quince brook wedding
Grooms first look at Pertridge House Wedding
grooms first look at beginning of ceremony
Grooms first look as she walks towards him
The Exchange of Vows

Some shots should be taken as the bride and groom exchange their vows so they’ll, later on, see the expressions on their faces as they make their lifetime promises. 

Smiling groom at Partridge House Wedding Ceremony
smiling bride listing to vows
Smiling bride in small room
Smiling bride during her wedding ceremony
The Exchange of Rings

Another magical moment is when the spouses exchange rings that symbolize their commitment to one another. There should be several shots of the husband putting the ring on the wife’s finger and vice-versa.

Exchanging wedding bands
Closeup of exchanging wedding bands
Exchanging wedding rings during the wedding ceremony
Exchanging wedding rings during the ceremony
The Couple’s First Kiss

Once they are declared “husband and wife,” the newlyweds will share their sweet first kiss, and there should be a photo to remember it by. It’s one of the occasion’s most precious moments that should be caught on camera. There should also be shots of them showing their rings to their family and friends. Together with the exchange of rings, these intimate moments should be shot perfectly from different angles during the wedding.

First kiss at Quince Brook wedding
First kiss on Pennington Bay
First kiss at St Francis winery
First kiss 2
The Recessional

After the ceremony is completed, the pressure is gone, and it’s now the start of the fun celebration. As the bride and groom walk on the aisle together after their vows, the wedding photographer can take fun couple pictures as the newlyweds flash their biggest smiles. There should also be shots of the wedding guests cheering the couple on to show how their loved ones shared their precious moments with them.

Laughing guests
Guests having fun
Hugs from guests
Groom with guests
The Couple’s Families

There should be some photos of the families of both the bride and the groom. There should also be a couple of pictures with just the newlyweds and their parents. These would be included in their photobook, and extras could be gifted to the couple’s parents.

group photo at Alru Farm wedding
group photo at Ekhidna Winery
Group of guests
Girls group photo
The Bride and Her Besties

There should be some fun photos of the bride with her girlfriends during the reception, especially those of her bridesmaids. These photos of all the gorgeous ladies and gentlemen who support the bride would be a great addition to the wedding photo album.

Bride and bridal party together
Bridal party Charlies angels
Bridal party on balcony
Bride and bridal party together
The Groom and His Gang

If there will be glamorous shots of the bride’s party, the guys should certainly be given their moment, too. The people who attended and helped the groom should get awesome pictures taken and be included in the photobook.

Groom and groomsmen on balcony
groom and groomsmen
Groom and Groomsmen on street
Groom and groomsmen group shot
Formal Shots of the Entourage

As much as you want all the photos to be fun and candid, there should also be a few shots of the entourage in more traditional poses. Every wedding photobook has them, so yours should, too.

Bridal party walking together along Grange Beach
Bridal party together on the road
bridal party surrounding a tree
Bridal party at East Point
Couple Portraits

This should already be a given. Both the bride and the groom should have separate photos taken, but it’s the couple’s portraits they’re likely looking forward to getting done. These are the ones that would be framed and hung on the bedroom wall, after all! There should be an assortment of traditional, candid, romantic, fun, and wacky shots for the newlyweds to choose from.

Santorini wedding photography
Veale Gardens wedding photo
Under Semaphore Jetty
Wedding photo at Kooyonga Golf Club
The First Dance of the Couple

Another sweet moment that needs remembrance is the couple’s first dance. Some of the best wedding photos are those of the couple dancing, so the photographer shouldn’t miss the chance to get some amazing shots while the bride and groom are dancing.

Ivybrook Farm wedding first dance
First dance at JDF reception cernter
First dance at Inglewood Inn wedding
First dance dip
Father and Daughter / Mother and Son Dance

Equally endearing are the dances shared by the newlyweds with their beloved parents. Dads usually tear up when they dance with their little girl, who’s now a wife to someone. The same goes for the mother as she dances with their beloved son, who is now starting a family of his own.

Father daughter dance
Dad and daughter dance
Macedonian dance at JDF
Daddy daughter dance
The Exit

The exit should be just as memorable as the bride and groom’s entrance. Whether they’re walking out of the venue hand in hand or riding off into the sunset in a car, this conclusion to the event should be captured in a photo and included in the wedding photo book.

National wine center wedding Exit under sparklers
Arch exit
Bridal exit under archway
First dance with sparklers

 

While every single moment during a wedding is indeed sweet, some are more special than others and should definitely be captured in awesome pictures. Getting professional wedding photography services can assure you that all of those moments are forever immortalized in photos.

Are you looking for experts on wedding photography in Adelaide? Let Sven Studios capture all the top moments that should be captured at your wedding and give you a compilation of your best-ever memories! Contact our team to find out about our wedding photography packages or see samples of our past work for our happy clients.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 Ways to Find An Excellent Photographer for Your Wedding

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Find An Excellent Photographer for Your Wedding

Wedding photos are the best souvenirs on your wedding day. They capture the best and most heart-warming moments on your very special day, and you can look back on them for many years to come. 

Of course, you want all of your wedding photos to be perfectly shot and composed so you would have good photos to show to your children and even grandchildren someday. That’s why you need to be meticulous and set high standards when choosing  your photographer for professional wedding photography.

5 Easy Ways to Find An Excellent Photographer for Your Wedding

To help you sort things out, below are five easy ways you can hire an excellent photographer for your wedding.

  1. Decide On Your Style

In the vast and varied industry of professional wedding photography, how would you choose the best one for you? The simple answer is to screen them. One of the most important considerations in choosing your photographer is when you have a distinct photography style in mind. From here, your choices would be trimmed down by many, as you only pick those photographers that mesh with the style that you prefer.

One thing that will help you decide on your style is to gather a collection of wedding photos from the internet by browsing photographer portfolios of weddings they had shot in the past. Choose the ones that appeal to you. Through this gallery of inspiring images, try to analyze the common things among those photos that made you like them. 

Ministry of silly walks wedding photo

For instance, they can be a classic style of photography, a formal pose, or maybe a very elegant feel. Discuss with your partner which styles you will feel comfortable with on the day, something that suits your personalities and meets all your aesthetic preferences.

I personally get comments on my own photos where I like to bring the mentality behind my award winning landscape photography into my wedding photography thereby capturing not only the couple, but also the venue which they had spent hours agonising over beforehand!

You don’t even have to limit yourselves to just one style! Many photographers out there are flexible enough to use different techniques for a wedding shoot and creatively put them together in one album. Your wedding photos will be a collaborative effort between you and your photography team, so make sure to emphasize the exact aesthetic that you want to achieve!

Crozier Street Wedding Photo

  1. Do Your Research on Potential Photographers

After deciding on a specific wedding photography style, you now have only a few photographers to choose from. Take a close look at each of them by browsing their social media pages and official websites. Look through their wedding albums to have an idea of how they capture moments, especially those that are really special to you.

Of course, the photos on full display are their best shots and poses. How about what their previous clients say about them? You should also consider reading customer reviews from reliable sources like ABIA to understand the kind of service they’ve given other couples and events. There may be red flags that you can spot on these reviews that will help you decide easily. 

Based on these reviews, what do you think of them now? Are they responsive to queries? Do they deliver as promised? Do you like the way they interact with their clients? Knowing these things, you get a better picture of what services you can expect during your shoot.

Another important factor you should take into account are industry accreditations. Being a photographer does not simply mean someone who owns a camera – however, unfortunately a lot of people seems to think so! There are organisations which can help you find an excellent photographer for your wedding like the AIPP.

bridal aprty bathed in sunlight

  1. Take a Close Look at Previous Work 

As mentioned in the second tip, you are free to look at potential photographers’ galleries on their respective websites. However, you should not base your decision solely on their featured albums. What you should do is to ask these photographers for at least a full wedding from one of their previous clients. This will give you a clear picture of what kind of product they deliver. If you see the same quality of images as their online galleries, it means they are genuinely excellent photographers!

A smart idea is to ask your prospective photographers for photos similar to the wedding theme or venue you will have. For instance, you are having a garden wedding. Ask for a wedding album from a previous client that also had a garden themed event. This way, you know exactly what to expect to see for your after-the-wedding photos.

Aside from that, you should also look at each of their photos with a critical eye and be keen on details. Look at the couple’s photos. Does it portray intimacy between them? How about the lighting? Are they too flashy or dim? Take the time to look through the pictures of the couple’s guests, too. Do the photos portray festivity with the subjects projecting emotions—feeling happy, touched, sad, and joyful? These many factors will ensure you will make a thoroughly informed decision in the end.

  1. Assess Their Personalities and See If They Match Yours

It is also essential to work with people you like. Having a good relationship with your photographer will help bring out the best in you during your many shoots. The feeling that you are comfortable posing in front of them and doing as the photographer says makes the job easier and produces better results.

You need to know if your photographer is someone you can comfortably work with. You can easily sense a certain rapport during your conversations. When you give suggestions, how do they respond? Does your photographer look excited and happy when you describe your vision of the photos? Do they insist on what they want or respect what you prefer? Are they always on time?

Look for a photographer with a good demeanour and excellent social graces, someone assertive and who gives instructions respectfully. The photography team should be the friendliest you’ve ever met as you will be smiling all day long during the shoot. Can you still smile when you feel annoyed or embarrassed by your photographer? Of course, you wouldn’t want to work with someone you don’t like.

  1. Weigh Pros and Cons and Choose the Best Offer

This is the time when you put all considerations together and weigh each critical element—proximity, price, package inclusions, and value for money. For instance, you may be confused between choosing a photographer near your area for offering a good set of inclusions in the package and the one that provides the same but at a lower price. You also need to know if photography teams in different territories will ask for additional payments on top of their standard rate in the form of an out-of-town fee.

You may also get offers that go the extra mile by including special effects, additional coverage, or even discounted engagement shoots. Compare their rates and determine which one falls within your budget range. While investing in wedding photography is a good move, spending too much on it is not very practical. You’re better off spending your money on a honeymoon trip or furniture upgrades when you move into your house together.

Choose a package that will cover your wedding day, starting from your preparation up to the last minute of your reception program. Consider the number of good photographers in the team. Is there just one? Some offer two or more excellent photographers to cover your event. Of course, having two is the better option as you get two creative minds and twice the coverage.

Santorini Wedding

 

When you choose the best photography team, you are assured of quality wedding albums that capture the best moments of your wedding day and memorabilia that will last for ages. It’s essential to do your due diligence and find a team you can trust and work well with – so hopefully this short list of things to think about to find an excellent photographer for your wedding will help!

Save your time with your search to find an excellent photographer for your wedding and check out SvenStudios. SvenStudios is ready capture your best smile and emotions throughout your big day. We offer professional wedding photographer solutions to capture your special moments as a reminder of your big day’s love story in the most natural way. Give us a call today!

 

 

5 Iconic Wedding Photographs Shot list

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Iconic Wedding Photographs

Weddings are one of the happiest moments in a couple’s life, and it’s a milestone worth remembering for years to come; that’s why having a professional photographer capture the intimate affair is essential. 

But even the most picture-perfect shot won’t make an impact if it doesn’t speak to the personality and expectations of the bride and groom. It’s always important to let your photographer do their thing with heir own artistic eye to capture what they think are the best weddings shots – but it’s also helpful to communicate any ‘must have’ shots you expect from your day.

List of 5 Iconic Wedding Photographs

With that in mind, some of the essential shot-list every wedding album should have includes the following snippets: 

  1. Getting Ready for the Big Moment – Pre-Wedding Shoots (Candid Moments and Mementos)

Every wedding album needs a behind the scenes shot of the bride and groom getting ready for the biggest day of their lives. This is arguably the only time couples can feel glamorous while getting made and dressed up – it’s also the last morning that you will be referred to as ‘unmarried’ so it’s important to capture these moments.

Some examples of the iconic wedding photographs your wedding photographer would be looking to take would be the make-up process, a closer peek at the wedding dress / suit details, the couple’s accessories or mementos (like the rings, shoes, jewellery, bouquet, and even the wedding invitation), and candid moments in between glamming up. 

Bride looking out window at Thorngrove Manor
  1. Groom and Bridal Party – Go Traditional or Crazy with Friends and Family Before the Wedding 

Weddings not only celebrate the love shared between the couple but also between family and friends! It’s a special day where everyone can reconnect and have fun together, so it only fits to capture it with your gals and guys. Couples can go with traditional shots and go crazy the next — the mood and personality of your shots are yours to make! 

The fun thing that I like to do when taking group shots like this is that I like to do the ‘crazy’ shots before anything else – that way the smiles of doing something crazy are still on your faces once I quickly call for a more ‘formal’ shot.

The fact of the matter is that nothing about being prepared in front of a camera is natural, so you really need to have a bit of fun with it all in order to capture anything that looks ‘natural’.

groom and groomsmen having fun on driveway
  1. The Iconic First Meeting Between the Bride and Groom – Walking Down the Aisle 

Every moment before then is leading to this one where the blushing bride makes her entrance and walks gracefully down the aisle with her parents tearfully by her side. At the opposite end is the proud and emotionally-packed groom, waiting for his bride-to-be to meet him. This is a critical, heartfelt moment the photographer shouldn’t miss! 

More and more common are what’s known as the first look photoshoot, where this emotional moment is actually done in private – or sometimes surrounded by the bridal party before the ceremony begins. The benefit of this is that you get to remove any fears of being overly emotional in front of family and friends at the ceremony – and it can even help out with potential changes in scheduling due to unforeseen circumstances – like late cars, etc.

Grooms first look at bride at the Watershed Cafe
  1. Father/Daughter and Mother/Son Dance 

Another emotionally charged and profound moment is during the dance between the father and daughter or mother and son, both of which shows the genuine connection passing between generations. Next to the first meeting between the bride and groom, this scene will undoubtedly put anyone to tears. 

Father daughter dance
  1. Shared Happiness at the Reception 

After the vows and the sombre moments, it’s time to capture the couple and their loved ones in their best elements — having fun and dancing to their favourite tunes. This should be colourful and let everyone’s personality shine through!

Guests having fun in the photobooth

Let your photographer capture your iconic wedding photographs

Beyond an eye for finding beauty in odd angles, the photographer you hire should also be experienced in wedding photography. After all, you need to see shots that best represent the special moments of your wedding — from iconic scenes to never-before-seen images that are unique to your day; the right photographer ensures you won’t miss a single thing. 

As I stated before however – please make sure your photographer is aware of any ‘must have’ shots you’ve already pictured in your mind in having! Unfortunately we are not mind readers and if we miss something, just know that not everything can be captured on a day!

Brides having fun at their Adelaide Sailing Club wedding

Why Choose SvenStudios to Take Your Wedding Photos in Australia?

If you’re looking to capture the beautiful moments leading up to your lovely day, we’re the best wedding photographers in Australia to call. We strive to keep your precious memories and iconic wedding photographs alive with our high-quality photos you can treasure for years to come, so get in touch with us today at 0401403080 to see how we can share your love story in the way you would want to remember.