Must Have Photo List

If you are planning to hire a photographer for your wedding, you’re going to want to make the most of their time at your event. We’ve put together a list of photos to consider adding to your “must have photo list” for your photographer. Providing this list will ensure that no special moment during your wedding day is left undocumented!

Getting Ready Photos

We definitely recommend having your photographer capture important moments between you and your girls while you get ready for your special day! These moments can be just as fun to look back on as the ceremony itself.

Sarah Porter Photography

Sarah Porter Photography

Sarah Porter Photography

Sarah Porter Photography

The First Look

The first look has become a popular trend in the past few years for a reason! This is a special moment captured by the photographer of the first time the bride and groom see each other on their wedding day. Traditionally, the first time the groom would see the bride was when she was walking down the aisle. But with a first look, you are able to have that special, private moment before the ceremony, which means that you can get a lot of your formal photos done before the ceremony too, instead of during cocktail hour. That way you can really soak up every part of the night and you won't have to spend the entire event posing for photos.

Mackro Photography

Mackro Photography

Mackro Photography

Father/Daughter First Look

There’s nothing quite as sweet as a father/daughter first look! It is definitely worth documenting that special moment when a father sees his daughter for the first time on her wedding day.

Have and To Hold Photography

Detail Photos

Upgrade your wedding album with impeccably styled detail photos (by Moss & Maeve)! Detail photos can include items like your invitation suite, jewelry, rings, veil, vow books, shoes, or anything that is meaningful to you and your fiancé.

Sarah Porter Photography

Sarah Porter Photography

Sarah Porter Photography

Ceremony Photos

This is an obvious one, but probably the most important thing to capture is your ceremony! These special, candid moments should last for a lifetime.

Sarah Porter Photography

Sarah Porter Photography

Formal Photos

Here’s a list of all the formal photos that you can consider taking on your wedding day!

Bride & Groom Portraits

Family Photos

Wedding Party Photos

Reception Setup and Details

Don’t forget to have your photographer take a few photos of the completed reception space before your guests enter for dinner – you’ll definitely want to document the finished product!

Sarah Porter Photography

Sarah Porter Photography

Sarah Porter Photography

Wedding Reception Highlights

Finally, here’s a few important moments during your reception that your photographer shouldn’t miss!

Cake Cutting

Heather Callanan Photography

Heather Callanan Photography

Toasts

Sarah Porter Photography

Sarah Porter Photography

First Dance

Samantha Ruscher Photo

Samantha Ruscher Photo

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