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25 “Must Have” Wedding Photography Shots

Some photographers (not all) request a list of photo’s you would like on your wedding day. It’s also a good idea to make the list for yourself, including traditional and non-traditional. This way you know, more or less, how many photos it will be – allowing you to choose the right package from the photographer.


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From the photography talents at Digital Photography School, here is an edited and shortened list of their 50 ‘Must Have’ Wedding photos. See their full list here.

  1. The Dress – Hanging or Draped
  2. Bride walking down stairs
  3. Maid of Honor & Brides Mom – Zipping Dress
  4. Bride Applying Make Up
  5. Groom Checking the Time
  6. Groom waiting at altar
  7. Bride walking down aisle ( Side Profile & Front )
  8. Father giving away bride
  9. Groom over the shoulder shot of bride ( & Vis Versa)
  10. Holding hands – Bride and Groom
  11. Bride & Groom Kiss
  12. Bride & Groom Leaving Church ( Receiving Line)
  13. Bride and Groom Portraits
  14. Bride & Groom with Bridesmaids & Groomsmen
  15. Bride and Groom Hand & Ring Portraits
  16. First Dance
  17. Bouquet & Garter Toss
  18. Cake Cutting, Bride and Groom Feeding each other
  19. Misc. Guests Dancing
  20. Best Man & Maid of Honor Toast/Speeches
  21. Guestbook Signatures
  22. Small Children Dancing
  23. Bride & Groom giving away wedding favors
  24. Groom Giving Coat to Bride
  25. Bride & Groom “Just Married” Vehicle – Driving Away

I prefer the spontaneous shots instead of the old posed photo’s. Here are a few of my favourite shots:

  1. Groom’s reaction to seeing bride for 1st time
  2. Bride and bridesmaids jumping for joy (either on a bed or outside)
  3. Bride & Groom reactions during speeches

What ‘must have’ shots would you like on your wedding day? Add your comment below.


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