| As you plan your wedding photography, remember | | | | shot of each of them as they focus on you during |
| to think about the specific shots you want in your | | | | the ceremony. Even though you won't be watching |
| wedding album. While the typical posed shots are | | | | them as you exchange "I Dos;" these precious |
| pretty and will guarantee that all important friends | | | | images will capture the full force of their emotions. |
| and family members are photographed, sprinkling | | | | Just Married |
| your wedding album with some unique images will | | | | On this busy day, there may be only a few |
| ensure you will cherish your photos for years to | | | | moments when the two of you can steal away and |
| come. Try these special photo opps for images that | | | | spend time together. But just after you are |
| will shine through the formal poses, capturing the true | | | | pronounced "man and wife," the two of you will just |
| emotions of the day. | | | | have each other. Married at last! Your wedding |
| The Big Day | | | | photographer should not miss those first few |
| This is the day you have been carefully planning for | | | | moments as a married couple. Try to give yourself a |
| months, and a lot of preparation is involved. Have | | | | few minutes alone after the ceremony to relax and |
| your wedding photographer on hand as you primp | | | | reflect the significance of the occasion. You will |
| and the excitement steadily builds. These behind-the | | | | cherish these photos in your wedding album. |
| scenes-shots at the salon, your parents' house or | | | | Candid Bridesmaids and Groomsmen |
| dressing room will record the nervous joy and | | | | Your girlfriends. You have laughed together and cried |
| anticipation. This is the day; your wedding | | | | together and shared the gauntlet of emotions |
| photography should capture the poignancy of these | | | | together. The images from your wedding day should |
| special moments. Black and white film works | | | | reflect that special bond that only the best of |
| perfectly here. | | | | girlfriends can share. While the line of bridesmaids is a |
| The Dress | | | | good shot to have in your album, you should capture |
| You may only wear it once, but this gorgeous | | | | some more creative photography shots for your |
| compilation of silk and lace is a work of art. Your | | | | photo album. Make sure some of your shots reveal |
| wedding photographer should capture the | | | | the vibrant personalities of you and your girls. Have |
| masterpiece in all its glory. The perfect way to reveal | | | | your photographer capture the giggles, the private |
| its essence is to photograph it in its element. Hanging | | | | whispers and the carefree hugs and exclamations, for |
| in a window in the dressing room with the sunlight | | | | this is the true essence of your friendships. And don't |
| pouring in, your dress will reveal its natural beauty. | | | | forget the boys; get some creative shots of the |
| Mom and Dad - Letting Go | | | | groomsmen too! |
| Your wedding is an emotional day for your parents. | | | | Away into The Sunset |
| They feel a mixture of pride, joy and sadness. Their | | | | Get a parting shot of the two of you walking |
| little girl/boy is all grown up and entering a new stage | | | | towards your "ever after." One of my favorite |
| in life. Capture these emotions and conflicting feelings | | | | versions of this shot: the two of you photographed |
| during the wedding ceremony and throughout the | | | | from a distance, looking towards the horizon. Your |
| day. Especially make sure your photographer takes a | | | | new life starts here; the sky is the limit! |