How to take good photos of the wedding?

Have you ever seen some excellent wedding photo books and wondered how the photographer managed to pull off those outstanding images? It does take skill to get beautiful shots.

If someone is shooting weddings, they are probably a professional photographer. However, there is no reason you can not take some awesome looking pictures at the wedding to make your Instagram glow.

Bride and groom in focus

Sometimes, it can be tricky to actually move the line of people to get in the front row to take a picture of the wedding couple. Although it can be tricky, it is doable. And it will pay off with excellent shots.

At every wedding, the couple has the central role. Try to take photos of them while they say their wedding vows or take the first dance. You can take a selfie with them, but being a bit more creative will get you better-looking shots, and you will be regarded as the most original guest.

Decorations are there for a reason

The reason the amusement of guests and a visual impression. You can also use it for your advantage to create great pictures. Put your camera near those decorations to get some out of focus shots of the wedding celebration.

Using colored ribbons as a real-life vignette will guarantee sharp-looking images, and it literally doesn’t cost anything. It is also quite easy to pull off.

Using those decorations as a piece of creative personal jewelry can be quite a thing if you are a fan of selfies. You can use them and take photos with your friends, and everyone will love it.

The wedding cake is too good to miss out on it

My favorite part of the wedding is the moment when the bride and groom cut the cake. It is usually a substantial piece of cake, and it is an actual mini-event at the wedding.

Try getting as close as possible to the table where the first cut is being made and snap some shots. The lighting should be quite well since everyone will be looking at the couple, so the light show will be on point.

After the first cut is being done, you can take a picture of the piece of the cake on your table. It won’t be as spectacular as the whole cake, but it can be a small yet delicious detail.

Food is excellent, and it looks good

Personally, I love macro photography. And it all started out with the food. It is not just the food I cook and prepare for my family, but also the food I order in restaurants.

I love trying out new dishes and taking pictures of them as well. Of course, it can be tricky to make a food photo at a wedding. Depending on the culture, it can be considered impolite or outright rude.

However, if social conventions allow taking pictures of food without repercussions, give it a go. You will be surprised by some lovely images you can get this way.

Since weddings are all about visual impression, the food will be arranged in served appealingly. So why don’t you use it and create some unusual food photos?

Tuxedo and a wedding gown

This tip will work best if you are a close friend of the bride or the groom. Wedding attire is specific clothes that are made out of high-quality materials often with unique details.

Therefore, it is a great thing to take a picture of, especially using a close-up mode. You can also try out an angle that will allow the camera to take notice of those beautiful visual details in the clothing.

For example, try to take the full grasp of a wedding gown or some features in the groom’s tie. These small, yet exquisite details make a difference between average and excellent shots.

Of course, the clothes bride and groom will wear at the wedding will be visible during a ceremony. However, if you want to stand out from everyone’s photos, try to take some shots before the ceremony. In this way, you will be able to get some more unique looking shots.

Smiling faces everywhere

Receptions are a great thing, especially if you are an outgoing person. Almost everyone is tipsy and happy, and people are dancing and enjoying themselves.

Use this relaxing atmosphere to make the most out of it. Photographing action is way more interesting than capturing static scenes. Get on the dance floor and take some shots of everyone dancing, or even making a toast.

If you really like to sneak, get around the band that’s performing live and get some close-up shots to create the atmosphere. If you are creative, opportunities are endless.

Experiment with videos

Although the article is all about photography, taking some time to take a short video of the wedding receptions is one extra tip to consider. Some parts of the ceremony certainly require more than just a shot.

And since even phone cameras can now shoot at least 2k videos, there’s no reason not to use it. For example, the first dance of a bride and a groom is a mini-event at the ceremony worth recording as a video.

While you are doing it, try to use the pro tip and take photos simultaneously, since most modern cameras will allow you to do it.

This way you will have your cake and eat it too. You get to record the event and manage to pull off outstanding shots right at the scene. Feel free to visit lenses pro if you need some photography tips.

So, there you have it. These tips are there to make a wedding you are attending a bit more engaging and exciting. It is always a great idea to simply enjoy the moment and be present. And you should aim for it, most of the time.

But if you are a photo enthusiast or just someone who likes to have good shots of an event you are attending, follow these tips. They will undoubtedly improve the quality of your images. In return, you will make your photo portfolio more vibrant and detailed, even if it is just for Instagram.

About Author

John Bennet is a photographer & a part-time author of the Lensespro blog. He has been a professional photographer for over six years, and he has great knowledge & passion for camera lenses.