
Lydia's Guide to Photography on Your Wedding Day
You may have lots or not much experience of what we photograph on a wedding day. I have a full guide I have developed (available on request) but here is a taster of the type of shots you could get or would want to think about

Getting Ready
I like to get at least an hour with you beforehand
Specific shots include:
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Zipping up dress
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Makeup
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Reveal to Dad/ Bridesmaids

The Details
Jewellery, Flowers, invitations. Things your friends have made you or heirlooms passed on

Groom(s)
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Often done with a second shooter or if I can organise to go before I visit the bride/ meet at the church
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Usually a mix of artsy getting ready but also capturing the fun fit with your friends
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Prompts such as running after them/ doing a fake groom reveal is always great

Bride(s)
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Individual portraits taken before the ceremony or afterwards
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I like getting photos playing with the light
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Can find a place that is special to you or shows off your favourite features

Ceremony
​Wherever you have a ceremony it may look like this:
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Bride & bridesmaids walking up the isle
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Vows
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Exchangeof the rings
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The first Kiss
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Readings/ Poems
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Signing of the register

Churches
​Churches can be important for you to have your wedding in, whether you attend their/ your parents have. Let me know who is involved in helping make it work on the day so I make sure I don't miss any shots!
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Prayers, worship
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Please Note: Church’s often have rules that I have to abide to around where I can go and no flash so my photography kit is designed especially around this

Town Halls
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Town Halls can vary their rules on photography so its always good to check before hand- they may also be able to recommend lovely spots for photos!

Confetti
Tips:
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Getting good round biodegradable confetti (I have recommendations if you are interested) Personally I don't think you can ever have enough!
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Having nominated friends to give out confetti​
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Walking slowly and enjoying yourselves! Even take a spin

Formals
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I like having a bit of fun with the formals and groups. For standing and smiling ones, I would recommend maximum of 10 different group shots (with parents/ grandparents) as more than this usually causes your smile to fade!

Group Shots
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For groom/ bridesmaids ones its always fun to do a bit of a creative throw/ pose/ a slow walk forward that people usually really like having.

Golden Hour
The hour before the sun sets when the light is at its most “Golden”.
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I will research sunset times and locations if this is something you would like and we will do a quick sneak-off to catch the light (Weather always permitting though!)

Couple Shoot
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These I will work with you to help make you the most comfortable and that the photos reflect YOU as a couple
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Whether that’s a location that we/ you have scouted before, something that means something special to you
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Geting you to have some light prompts to laugh and feel relaxed
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Some for the “Wow” factor because you really do look great. Some a bit lovey-dovey (if that’s what you would like!)

Speeches
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All the emotion, the laughs and the cheers
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I will take pictures from different angles including:
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speech makers
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Peoples reactions
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Candids
Candids are my jam! These little moments make the wedding day:
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the laughing,
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the reactions
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the chatting
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the little looks between each of you
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I love doing these and make a lot of time to do them. If you have a second shooter then they will also be tasked to make sure we don’t miss any moments if we are off doing a couple shoot/ so we can be in more places at once!

Food
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To some people (like my husband)- food is very important! Often skill of many great people involved. Pictures can include:
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Special cake arrangements
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Favourite desserts
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Anything specific you would like

The Cake
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Beautiful Cakes often deserve their own photo!
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A traditional photo for the day usually involves cutting the cake

First Dance
​Wherever you have a ceremony it may look like this:
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Bride & bridesmaids walking up the isle
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Vows
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Exchangeof the rings
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The first Kiss
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Readings/ Poems

Dancing
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Let the dancing begin! / the magician or other entertainment you may have booked
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Depending on your preferences, I will usually stay for an hour ish for the dancing
Special Shots

Slow Shutter Shots
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This is a fun technique which plays with the lights to create "shutter drag" to capture that fun dancing vibe! Does give a slightly blurry picture so its up to you!


Sparklers
I LOVE sparklers. They make such pretty pictures and can be a lovely send off
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​Top tips:
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Check with venue first!
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You will need buckets of cold water nearby
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I accept no liability for any damage due to sparklers shots so do fully consider all risks!

Bubbles
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If you don't want to go as risky as sparklers- bubbles are also a really fun one for guests- especially children!

Smoke Bombs
Now who wouldn't love a smoke bomb to get this sassy look?!
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My advice would be to buy at least 2 and have volunteers to help to set them off
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You will also need venue permission
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I accept no liability for any damage due to sparklers shots so do fully consider all risks!
Let's Get Creative!!
Remember: what YOU would like