Whether you hire us or not, we want you to have a wonderful experience and capture great images. So, we’ve collected these 10 essential tips that will help ensure you get great photographs for your wedding. We hope they will serve you well on your big day!

1. Start with the Timeline

Leave room for moments to breathe. Great photos come from relaxed, unhurried energy. We’re happy to help you build a timeline that prioritizes lighting, flow, and your peace of mind.

2. Getting Ready Matters

Getting ready is a part of your day you will want to remember. Having photographers around during this time will make you more comfortable having your photo taken. Space matters—clean, well-lit spaces with nice natural light (windows) are great!

3. Consider a First Look

It can create a calm, intimate moment between you and your partner before the ceremony and provide an opportunity to shoot some portraits together before the ceremony, leaving more time to enjoy the celebration.

4. Capture the Moments, Not the Screens

We love seeing your guests capture memories—but we’ve found the most beautiful moments happen when friends and family are fully present, not hidden behind a phone. During key parts of the day (like your ceremony or first dance), we suggest having someone kindly ask guests to keep phones tucked away. This ensures your shots are filled with memories and not screens.

5. Be Yourself

Just relax and be yourselves. The best photos happen when you forget the camera is there.

6. Plan Golden Hour Time

If possible, try to set aside 10–15 minutes for portraits during golden hour (right before sunset). The light is soft, warm, and magical. It is called the golden hour for a reason.

7. Minor Details

Bring along any meaningful items you'd like photographed—like invites, heirlooms, or personal touches. Give them to your point person (see below) and we'll take care of styling them beautifully.

8. Designate One Point Person

Designate a trusted friend, planner or family member we can rely on to help gather people for group photos or flag special moments. That allows you to focus on enjoying your day, while we focus on the photography.

9. Don’t Worry About Posing

Our goal is to capture you naturally—laughing, moving, connecting. If it feels like you, it’s working. We’ll guide you when needed, just relax and be you.

10. Enjoy Your Special Day

It sounds simple. But this is everything! So we saved it for last in case you leave this page with only one tip in mind. The more you stay in the moment, the more your photos will reflect the real joy and emotion of your wedding day.