Planning your wedding is a really big thing, you are going to look your best and so you need a photographer who is able to capture your radiant glow

Don’t overdo flowers at the altar, your photographer will be standing in places where your guests won’t so try not to block out the angle for the best shot of your first kiss etc with a floral arrangement.  Rather move the flowers over to the corners or have one white daisy on the end of each row of pews.

When arriving at the church, roll down your window so that your photograper can get a few great shots of your face (all the excitement and trepidation) without having to shoot it through a car window.

When walking down the aisle, take your time (I know it can be very nerve wracking) but give everyone (especially your future spouse) time to have a good look you and to give your photographer lots of time to capture that special shot.

I know you have probably been practising slipping the ring onto your hubby’s finger and you are now a qualified professional and can do it in 3 seconds flat, I however need a little more time to take the shot so take your time.

Make a list of all the family photos you would like to have taken on the day (not too many, only the closest family, photos with friends and colleagues can be taken at the reception) and hand it over to your bridesmaids or groomsmen, and ask them to get everyone on the list together.   This saves the photographer lots of time getting everyone together and making sure that there will be more than enough time to capture your intimate couple-only shoot…

It’s always a good idea to ask your maid of honour to join in on your photosession, so that she can help you with touching up your make-up and maybe carrying your drinks (as you get really thirsty)  Bring along a pair of comfortable shoes (you don’t want to spoil your beautiful white heels walking through a rose garden and you don’t want a blister either     )

At the reception remember to put your photographer’s table inside the reception area.  They need to be able to see what is going on and be able to capture every precious moment.  (PS-your photographer has worked for 6 hours straight by now, so make sure that there is seating and dinner provided for them)

Lastly, remember to enjoy every moment of it!  I have met so many people who don’t seem to enjoy their wedding day because they are too freaked out if something goes wrong.  You have bridesmaids and groomsmen to solve and sort out problems, and if something goes wrong, just remember that the most important thing is that you get married to the love of your life…

Riani