Choose the right photographer for you: Ask your photographer about their style, how they approach their work, and what your wedding day will look like. You want to have an overall idea of what the flow of the day will be like and when you can take care of yourself and each other. (breathing, bathroom, eating breaks, etc.)
Make sure you schedule some privacy time: What you do during this time is up to you. You want your photographer to capture most of your wedding day and events but not necessarily all the events of the day. You don't want to feel like you always have to be "on camera" and ready to smile. It is ok to have some moments where you just want to be yourself and to take some time not to smile. (Jaw and face exercises?)
Keep family portraits to a minimum: Everyone at your wedding will want a picture with you. Just make sure that everyone gets at least one with you. This doesn't mean you need to have pictures with your immediate family, extended family, first cousins, second cousins, first cousins once removed, etc. This will also be draining for your family members if somehow they qualify to be in all of these pictures! Have a group picture or be ok that you have the rest of the day to make sure you get a picture with everyone.
Sneak out with your honey for pictures during dinner: Unless there are speeches or something going on, your guests are pretty much preoccupied during this time and won't really notice the bride and groom are not at their seats. This is a great time to take pictures because you are now married, likely had something to eat, relaxed, and on your own with no audience members.
Have loads of fun: Getting your pictures taken shouldn’t feel like a chore and your wedding definitely shouldn’t feel like a photo shoot for Vogue. For those who hate having your photos taken, just relax and remember this is your day. If that fails, a little bit of liquid courage is also ok. Cheers!
~Monica
Owner and Lead Designer @Wishahmon
Photo Credit: Kris Holland
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