I’m a photographer and am pretty shocked that the photographer didn’t get a single “just married” celebratory shot of the couple exiting down the aisle. No matter the wedding or the style of photography, some shots are mandatory and that is one of them. Even if you think the couple is not traditional and won’t care, take it anyway. No one has ever complained about an over abundance of photos. The “just married” exit shot makes more sense to me than a first look with bridesmaids- very weird for the photographer to push that. (Unless your bridesmaids aren’t involved with the getting ready process.) Definitely sit down with your photographer before the wedding and go over what shots are most important to you/your expectations so everyone is on the same page. Also, everyone always says go for an expensive photographer if you want good photos/“you get what you pay for”. This isn’t always the case. If you live near a college with a good photo program, recent grads can professional, gorgeous photos at a lower price point. They’re also getting experience/shots for their portfolio and you’re getting a discount on your photos. When I first graduated I shot several weddings and it really helped me build my professional portfolio. You looked gorgeous, love the whole aesthetic.
@@urmammie definitely recommend being a second shooter several times before trying to be a main shooter, wedding photography is ofc very important and it can be more challenging than you think! I did my 2nd shooting with an entry DSLR & I got some great shots overall im proud of but some (like catching the bouquet) I missed that second perspective cause I had to guess the settings having never done it before and they did it really late so with low lighting 😳
@@urmammie I had a friend who was taking photos for one of her friends to her portfolio. I got to be the photographers assistant then, and during the ceremony I got a camera to take my own photos. The bride was happy, having two photographers instead of one, and I got to practice wedding photography without feeling the pressure of having to take the best photos. I did some mistakes that I'm almost ashamed of until this day (it was many years ago now), but also got some really good photos.
That exit photo is probably on a bunch of phones! Your friends and fam were probably recording the exit. You can take a still from that. had the same thing happen and everyone had the Snapchats of the exit walk 😊
When the couple walks too fast or the isle is too short, it’s definitely a tricky shot to get and Unfortunately, from what I’ve seeing lately, most guests are filming or taking pictures with their phones instead of chearing for the couple. 😓
Hi all, I just want to say - I got married in October 2022 and at first, you may have some regrets such as: “why didn’t I get this picture? Or do my hair this way, instead of that way?” Etc. please ignore the thoughts, eventually they’ll go away. As humans, we tend to focus on the negative instead of positive. Your wedding day I’m sure was perfect, and at the end of the day it’s not the peak of your marriage. It’s just the start of many wonderful things to come. Enjoy your pictures/videos and take care!
@@SarahBelleElizabeth hi, thanks for your reply. I wasn’t trying to discount what you were saying in this video or your job. My comment was directed towards any viewers whom have already had their wedding and are feeling post-event blues/sadness/regret. I know because I was in that position. Just wanted to share a note that it gets better. I have no regrets now over my wedding day.
@@SarahBelleElizabeth you seem defensive in some of the replies. I don't think anyone is trying to invalidate what you're doing or why you're doing it
When we got married 17 years ago, we just had my parents and brother. No other guests. The ceremony was so intimate and we loved it because it was our special moment. We didn’t have to worry about who can sit with who, and inviting people we didn’t want to, but “had to”. After the ceremony, we went out and had a meal with our “3 guests” and it was so relaxing. No wedding planners, no photographers, no organising flowers, no having to do this and that. It was intimate and magical and I regret nothing.
1. The absolute best picture from my wedding was a candid shot a guest took at the reception. He caught a moment where my husband and I were looking at each other with marvelous expressions on our faces. Even this guy realized how good it was when he had the pictures developed because he mailed us the negatives. Had it printed larger and it has sat on my husband’s bedside table for 26 years. 2. The misspelling of a common menu item is on your printer not you. That is their job and a reputable vendor would have corrected it. Someone’s name or an unusual menu item I could understand, but NOT a menu heading. 100% on the printer.
Oh no…..I’m a photographer and walking down the isle photos is an absolute must have! First kiss as well but it looks like they got that. Although one thing I do ask the officiant ahead of time is to step aside when they do kiss so I can get l pictures without him or her in it. I also remind my couples (if they are comfortable) to make this kiss last so I can snap a ton of great images. If I have a second photographer then one of us will already be at the back waiting for the couple to walk out. If it’s just me, I quickly make my way there after the kiss. I also prep my couples beforehand to ensure I am there before they start exiting. It’s also possible that everyone will forget everything I said as they are dealing with the rush of emotions and I have to make the best of what I have. I hope this is helpful information to you all.
@@SarahBelleElizabeththen you should’ve kissed halfway down the aisle. They can’t just stop you in the middle of your walk and tell you to kiss. You do realise that right?
What is important is to move on from your wedding and make sure every day of your marriage is 'near perfect' and without regrets. My husband and I eloped. For us, everyday of our marriage is the most important day, not our wedding day. We have been happily married for 37 years. It's not important to have a 'picture perfect' wedding, what's important is that you love each other.
I would’ve done everything the same but uninvited everyone. Was fun but I was socially exhausted for over a week afterwards and honestly I think people were more bothered about being there than we were about having people there. Mid-argument with one guest I literally told them if they don’t show up it’s for them to regret. I’ll still be getting married and having a good day. Up to them if they want to join.
Instead of the paid photographer, I got the best pictures of my friend walking down the isle with her mom, one full body and one close up. She has been forever thankful for that picture. My only suggestion after my sister's wedding is to have a person responsible to double check the photographer has take key pictures, even if there is a photo list request. Cheers!
I love the first look with your dad. That was one of my favorite things I did and now 3 years later where I had my first look with him is where our house is being built!
Only 3 things I really wish I could do over at my wedding. 1. Have more time for dress alterations. Told the seamstress the sleeves were too tight. She yelled at me that she wasn't done yet. Told her there was no time for mistakes. She said it would be fine. It wasn't fine. My sleeves were too tight. 2. I went to venue in limo. Husband and Mom drove to venue in my car. After ceremony, husband and I left in the limo and Mom decided to catch a ride with sister. They left my car at the wedding venue and my MOH had to leave to go get it, missing part of the reception. 3. Uninvite one of my siblings who was trying to take all the attention. Some of her antics I didn't notice until after we watched the video. Some were done in front of me. She was just being her typical lying/annoying self. Everything else was perfect!
The first photo of you and your bridesmaids was quite posed and professional appearing although you wouldn’t have preferred that it was taken differently! Sending many congrats!
As someone who due to crazy circumstances, dont have even 1 blurry photo from our wedding 31 years ago You have so many lovely photos, please appreciate that.
If I could do mine again I’d choose a did dress . A long pretty one but I let my insecurities control what I chose and I regret it, if i went with what I truly wanted I would have felt beautiful
Gurl the black and white pic is so beautiful and I love your dress especially the Vail it's so unique I don't think I've ever seen one like it before. Gorgeous 😍💕
Omg we don’t have a good exit photo either! But it’s completely our fault lol, she even waved at us and signaled to stop and said “kiss!” And we just pecked real quick and kept on crying and walking out 🤣 the pic we have in laugh crying and it’s just terrible hahaha
As a photographer, take notes that all of her regrets were related to the photographer. Everyone wants to find the cheapest in the Phone-tography era, but that experience is crucial for events like this. Creating a list of shots that are most important to you can help as well (outside of the main set shots which walking back down the isle is pretty common, however, she then says she did get it, but she looked like a "Dweeb" which could be a personal thing. Sometimes the "Dweeb" photos suck now, but you will remember the moment more fondly later because it's authentic.) You could hire someone to fix the spelling on the photos.
The whole time I was planning and day of, I kept saying “ well my next wedding” it drove my mom nuts lol. I was only half joking. Here we are 16 years later DIVORCE!!!! I already have the next one planned 🤷🏼♀️ trust me, it’s for the best.
At our wedding, the church was hot, so the front doors were open. During the ceremony, someone walking by outside yelled out loud, "You gotta be shittin me!" and it echoed through the church. Stunned - We looked at eachother, then the priest, and immediately burst out laughing, as did our bridal party, and the attendees. The comic relief did relieve a bunch of stress. People still being it up at family gatherings. 😄
Your dress. Shut up about the rest and let the dress SPEAK! It’s one of the most beautiful dresses I’ve ever seen. In the top two for sure. Forget the rest and let the dress SHINE!!!
The main thing I’d need to change was the person I married lol! I consider my son and daughter the 2 most wonderful things I got from my marriage so if I could ever change the past, I still wouldn’t change marrying him because I love my children too much. But I would have saved more money before divorcing him seeing as he paid 200.00/month in child support for both children when he felt like it which I wouldn’t have minded so much if he hadn’t been taking vacations overseas and buying big screen tv’s for his new house along with his new wife. He also stopped seeing his own children.
I remember those days after the wedding when I realized all the things I wish had been done differently - especially pictures. I thought I was the only one that had regrets over that kind of stuff. I guess we all do.
My husband and I eloped in Vegas and took a mini honeymoon in Vegas rather than a wedding. We only really have one picture and I love that picture so much
1. Remember it’s only about you and your soon to be spouse. 2. If using flowers, purchase flowers wholesale. 3. Serve food before speeches! (People are long winded).
I had a lockdown wedding so we didn't get to walk down the aisle or have my dad give me away. I think the only thing I would change is just having family there I invited a couple of people from work & just never heard from them again I wish we got a picture of our two weddings one on top of the other
It’s okay, I wrote Saturday on my invitations, when the actual date was on a Sunday. Had to explain that it was an error several times.😅 I wish I would have eaten more of them amazing Asian salad, but I was nervous about singing to my husband before dessert.
My photographer tried to not have a secondary photographer at our wedding because he’s like well I want to get to save money… I was insistent, I said I want this is the most important thing a photo of myself when I’m walking down the aisle and what my reaction to my husband is and I want his reaction to me at the exact same time and you can’t do that with one photographer you have to do that with both of them. it was more expensive. It was worth it in the end because we got so many super cool photos. We got prep photos of myself and my husband that we would not have got if we only had one photographer.
