My Wedding Planning Tips was away on a blog break and now she’s back, refreshed, with more great tips and ideas on how to make your wedding beautiful and as hassle-free as possible! 
Sometimes, brides might feel that weddings are all about checklists and more checklists! There’s one for guests, one for table arrangements and yet another for your attendants! However, one checklist you should not forget is one for your wedding photographer on your wedding day to help guide him through the day so special shots and moments are not missed. Read on below for some important things you should include in your photographer checklist.
Your Wedding Reception Venue
Let your photographer know early where your wedding reception venue will be. A good professional photographer will make the effort to scope the place out first to get an idea of the lighting and area so he can ensure he uses the right equipment for beautiful and memorable shots.
Your Wedding Day Itinerary
Once you have your itinerary finalised, pass your photographer a copy. This helps him plan how best to photograph you and where he should be throughout the day. Get a photographer you’re absolutely comfortable with and don’t be hesitant in inviting him or her behind the scenes as some of the most tender and beautiful photos are shot there as the bride prepares for her wedding, engages with her family before the ceremony or sits in quiet reflection.
Introduce Your Photographer To Your Family
Remember, your photographer will not know who your family members are! So introduce your family members and close friends you will like to see in your photographs on the start of your wedding day. This helps the photographers ensure they include these important people in your photographs.
Tell Them What You Want
Your photographer is there to help you capture your special moments so don’t hesitate to tell them what you have in mind or if you have any “cannot be missed” shots. Photographers have often seen a variety of weddings and will have lots of great advice on how you can make your wedding extra special!
Get to know your wedding photographer and have a chat with them about your wedding day over a cup of coffee. Covering the essentials in the wedding photographer checklist above takes the stress off your actual wedding day. So smile, relax and enjoy your wedding day knowing the beautiful moments of your day will be captured as it unfolds!
With Love,
Elle