Selecting a photographer is only one part of planning a wedding, as you well know. You have compared prices and quality of photos and have kept in mind exactly what you will get out of your photographer. So, what happens when the wedding is over?
It is important to take your time in selecting which wedding photos to keep rather than rush through the task?they will represent your big day for years to come. Make sure you pick the best of the best.
As all events do, your wedding day happened sequentially. Do not ignore this fact when deciding which photos to keep. Your photos should tell the story of your wedding day: arriving at the ceremony site, getting ready, the wedding itself, etc. Start from the beginning and work your way through the day.
Candid shots are great for honestly portraying what was going on during your wedding day. Of course, the last shots you want to pick are those where your cousin has a funny look on her face or are otherwise unflattering. However, pictures of your mom straightening your veil, your bridesmaids applying their makeup and the ring bearers horsing around all make for an interesting photo album.
Do not forget formal, posed pictures, however. Well-planned shots of the wedding party, you and your new hubby and your family are important and stand as reminders that your day was not entirely goofy.
Make sure all of your guests are well represented in your album?you want to make sure that you remember who was there to help you celebrate. Do not leave out your grandparents, cousins and friends, among others. Candid photos are one great way to make sure these people’s pictures are in your album; also consider placing disposable cameras on each table at your reception so guests can take their own pictures.
OK, so you know who attended your wedding. What about pictures of your flowers, reception tables (with food!) and the cake? Unless you have them preserved, your flowers certainly will not last forever, and food and cake are bound to be gobbled up. Pictures of bouquets can be placed with those of you and your bridesmaids getting ready for the ceremony; pictures of food and cake go best with pictures of your reception.
Depending on the style of your album, you might choose black and white photos for a more artsy touch. Do not be afraid to use some black and white photos among your color pictures; nobody said it has to be one way or another.
Finally, when putting your album together, it is important to write down the facts. Identifying details are key, such as who is in each photo, what the cake was made of, what company designed it, etc. Telling a story with pictures is only half the fun; telling it with words is even better. If you know nothing about laying out your own album, have no fear?many photographers will gladly put an album together for you.
