Wedding Shot List
Pre-Ceremony
- *Bride Getting Ready:*
- Bride’s dress hanging
- Bride’s shoes and accessories (rings, bouquet, veil, etc.)
- Bride and bridesmaids getting ready (hair, makeup)
- Candid shots of bride with family and bridesmaids
- Bride’s first look with parents
- *Groom Getting Ready:*
- Groom's suit, cufflinks, tie, shoes, etc.
- Groom with groomsmen getting ready
- Candid shots of groom with family and groomsmen
- Groom’s first look with parents
- *Details:*
- Invitations and wedding stationery
- Close-up shots of rings
- Ceremony venue before guests arrive
Ceremony
- Guests arriving and being seated
- Groom and groomsmen waiting at the altar
- Grandparents and parents walking down the aisle
- Processional (bridesmaids, flower girls, and ring bearers walking down the aisle)
- Bride walking down the aisle
- Groom’s reaction to seeing the bride
- Father (or escort) giving the bride away
- The couple at the altar
- Close-up shots of the couple during vows
- Hands exchanging rings
- Wide shots of the ceremony from different angles
- Reaction shots of guests during vows
- First kiss as a married couple
- Recessional (bride and groom walking back down the aisle)
- Confetti/sparkler exit after the ceremony (if applicable)
- Bride and groom greeting guests after the ceremony
Post-Ceremony
- *Family Portraits:*
- Bride and groom with both immediate families
- Bride and groom with bridesmaids and groomsmen
- Bride with bridesmaids
- Groom with groomsmen
- Bride and groom with parents
- Extended family shots if requested
- *Couple Portraits:*
*Full-Length Shots:*
- Bride and groom standing together (various locations)
- Walking hand in hand
*Close-Ups:*
- Holding hands (with wedding rings visible)
- Bride and groom looking at each other or sharing a kiss
*Candid Moments:*
- Laughing or talking while walking
- Bride resting her head on the groom’s shoulder
*Artistic/Creative Shots:*
- Silhouette shots (especially at sunset)
- Dramatic lighting or unique backdrops
*Classic Poses:*
- Bride and groom embracing
- Groom lifting or twirling the bride
Reception
*Venue and Details:*
- Wide shots of the venue and décor
- Table settings, centerpieces, and cake
*Grand Entrance:*
- Bride and groom’s entrance
- Guests cheering and clapping
*First Dance:*
- Bride and groom’s first dance
- Reactions from guests
*Parent Dances:*
- Father-daughter and mother-son dances
*Toasts:*
- Speeches by best man, maid of honor, and parents
- Bride and groom reactions
*Cake Cutting:*
- Cutting the cake
- Bride and groom feeding each other
*Bouquet and Garter Toss:*
- Bouquet toss and garter toss
*Dancing:*
- Bride, groom, and guests on the dance floor
- Candid moments of celebration
*Grand Exit:*
- Guests lining up for send-off
- Bride and groom’s exit with sparklers, confetti, or bubbles
