Must-Have Wedding Photos: A Checklist for Your Big Day

Your wedding day will be filled with unforgettable moments, and your photographer will be there to capture them all. While every wedding is unique, there are certain must-have photos that every couple will want to look back on. To ensure nothing gets missed, here’s a wedding photography checklist for your big day!

Getting Ready

• Bride and groom’s attire hanging or laid out

• Bride’s dress details (lace, beading, buttons, etc.)

• Shoes, jewelry, and accessories

• Bride and bridesmaids in robes or pajamas

• Groom and groomsmen getting ready

• Candid moments of excitement and anticipation

• First look with parents or bridal party

First Look (If Applicable)

• Bride and groom’s reaction to seeing each other

• Emotional and candid moments

• Close-up shots of expressions

Ceremony

• Venue details and decorations

• Guests arriving and mingling

• Groom waiting at the altar

• Bride walking down the aisle

• Groom’s reaction

• Exchanging vows and rings

• First kiss as newlyweds

• Celebratory exit (flower toss, bubbles, confetti, etc.)

Portraits

• Bride and groom alone (variety of poses and angles)

• Wedding party (bridesmaids, groomsmen, mixed group shots)

• Family portraits (immediate and extended family members)

• Candid moments between couple

Reception Details

• Decor and tablescape

• Wedding cake and desserts

• Place settings and centerpieces

• Guestbook and seating chart

• Special signage or personal touches

Reception Moments

• Grand entrance of the newlyweds

• First dance as a married couple

• Toasts and speeches

• Cake cutting

• Parent dances

• Bouquet and garter toss (if applicable)

• Guests dancing and celebrating

• Candid laughter and joyful moments

Golden Hour & Evening Photos

• Sunset portraits of the couple

• Romantic, intimate shots

• Sparkler exit or final farewell

Final Thoughts

This checklist ensures that no important moment is missed on your wedding day. Share it with your photographer and discuss any specific shots that are meaningful to you. With a well-planned photography timeline, you’ll have a stunning collection of images to cherish forever.