Five Top Tips

Your wedding photographs will be the best way to relive all the magical moments from your day, so you want to ensure you make the right choices from the start. Use these top tips to ensure you’ll have images to ooh and aah over as long as you both shall l

01. HAVE AN ACTION PLAN

The more organised you are, the happier and calmer you’ll be on the big day. Allocate time with your photographer wisely by determining how long you’ll need to capture bridal and family portraits, and allowing a buffer period in case you run over time. Tick off the photos that involve children first, and allow time for snaps of special guests, such as the friend who travelled from overseas to celebrate with you. It’s easy to be distracted by guests who want to take their own photos of you, so for best results, you may want to hold your couple portrait session away from the crowd.

02. PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

Got a little extra in the money pot? Consider booking an engagement shoot with your photographer of choice. Most photographers will offer a discounted price if you’ve booked them in for your wedding already, and it makes for a good practice run. Trial your hair or makeup for the shoot to see how it’ll last, then use the beautiful images on your invitations or your guest book.

03. COMMUNICATE

Communication with your photographer is key. Keep them updated about your wedding day timeline from as early on as possible. With their expertise they’ll be able to let you know if they think you should make a few tweaks here or there for optimal photo opportunities.

04. NEAR AND FAR

Most photographers will be happy to travel for weddings, but be clear about what you’ll be paying for when it comes to their travel costs, transport and accommodation. With this in mind, try scouting a talented local photographer – searching #[destination name] weddingphotographer on Instagram is a great place to start.

05. BAD WEATHER? DON’T FUSS

No matter how much you pray for the clouds to clear, you can’t control the weather. Don’t let a little rain put a dampener on your day; embrace it and prepare to get a bit muddy. As long as you’re prepared to have fun and maybe get a bit wet, rainy photoshoots can look pretty epic. W