Checklist For Santa Monica Wedding Photography

By Elizabeth Russell


Nuptial ceremonies are supposed to be magical. They are a once in a lifetime ceremony for families. It is important that these moments are well covered for memory. Santa Monica wedding photography experts provide services to help keep the ceremonies alive over the years. It is important to have the most important moments covered in the photo shots. In the buzzing of events photographers must be able to capture the best angles for the couple, their family and friends. Here is a checklist to help guide the expert on how to capture the wedding.

Before the wedding it is important for the couple to get accustomed to the expert. Some people have a phobia for taking photos. These may need some acclimatization to ensure that the big day has the best photos for their keeping. In this regard, it is important to have a pre-wedding shoot or engagement shoot. In this shoot, the ring must be captured. Other photo pauses can be suggested. Capture intimate moments such a peck on the cheek, holding hands against a sunset or a horizon.

On the wedding day, capture the groom getting ready. Take shots of his clothing shoes and watch if any. Take a picture of gentleman pauses with the father and groomsmen. Similarly, take a picture of the bride with her family. A generational caption including mother grandmother is a good idea. Capture alone moments and moments with the bridal party. Also, take shots of jewelry, make-up shoes and bouquets.

At the wedding ceremony, take venue captions before the guests arrive. Also, take still shots of venue decorations. Cover the arrival of guests. More importantly, take pictures as the groom arrives with his escort. Capture the smiles and the strides as they walk down the aisle. Capture the bridal spectacle. Her arrival and how the groom reacts must be taken into account. Besides, take pictures of guest interactions as they admire the bride. Moreover, take close captions as the couple exchanges vows and rings. The first kiss must also be taken from different angles.

Take shots of the newlyweds before the reception. Take a few pictures of them with the family as well, some with a few friends, as well as, the bridal party. Do not forget to take pictures of party guests and groomsmen together with the couple.

At the reception, also take clear shots of the venue before guests arrive. Capture the floral arrangements, the table set up, champagne bottles and glasses. Also, capture the cake. Take shots as the venue fills up and as the ushers guide the guests to their various seats. Do not forget, the master of ceremony and the speeches. Most importantly, take photos as the couple has their first dance. Take pictures from the start till the end of the dance.

Random photos must also be taken. Some moments with guest interactions are epic. Photograph the smiles, the children and radiant moments. Some weddings have a particular photo shoot moments set aside. Take different poses as practiced at the engagement photo shoot.

It is important to have a good photographer to capture epic moments of your wedding. Amateurs can rehearse these by role playing with friends. This way they know the best angles to take the pictures.




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