Hey! I'm Amy
I'm all about capturing the raw, emotive moments, as they unfold on your day. No boring traditional photos, or awkward staged poses! I love love, and promise to capture yours in an 'authentically you' kind of way, documenting your day exactly as you remember - the tears, the laughter, Uncle Bill doing the moonwalk on the dance floor, and everything in-between!
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THE "I DO'S"
time to make it official
It's becoming so REAL now! Nerves are often at an all-time high by this point. BUT don't worry!! The second your eyes lock from other ends of the aisle, those nerves will disperse and a reassuring balance of relief and excitement take over.
Here are my tips for a getting the most out of your ceremony photos.
01 / RESTRICTIONS
It’s always worth checking if the person taking your ceremony, or the venue, have any restrictions on photography during the ceremony. Very occasionally they have rules around this (more often in church ceremonies). I will always check in with them on the day, but it can be helpful to have an idea ahead of time so I know what to expect and can be prepared with the right equipment to hand.
02 / SPACE
Not all venues will be able to cater for this, but if your ceremony room has space to leave gaps around the sides of the seating, it’s easier for your photographer to move more freely and inconspicuously around the room to capture your ceremony from different angles.
03 / DON'T RUSH
Take things slow! Going slow gives me plenty of time to get the shots I need. I know it can be a little nerve-wracking, but try not to race down the aisle or rush the kiss – just go slow, take it all in! Even better, kiss twice! This means I can get two different versions of your kiss - a portrait and landscape version, or a wide and close up shot! A kiss on the way back down the aisle with all your guests around you always makes for a brilliant photo!
04 / UNPLUGGED CEREMONIES
The most emotive imagery happens when everyone is truly present during your ceremony. When your guests are disconnected from their phones and iPads, and aren’t watching you say your “I do’s” through their devices, they connect with the moment they’re in, and this makes for the most authentic reactions. Your photos will be sooo much better for it! I have had 'down the aisle' shots spoilt before by a wall of phones blocking my view of you – this is such a pivotal moment I don’t want to miss!
We are so used to being glued to our devices, so it’s worth setting out reminders for your guests, so they know you’d like an unplugged ceremony. Make a sign to put up at the entrance, pop it in the programs, and ask your celebrant to announce it before the ceremony begins. Leave the photography in my hands!
05 / CONFETTI
Go big, or go home!! When done right, this is one of my favourite shots of the day! The bigger the confetti, the better – large pieces of paper confetti show up better in the images, and are easier to pluck out your bra afterwards (yep, that happens)! Large pieces of paper also tend to float in the air, as opposed to small pieces or petals which fall quickly and can get in your eyes.
The BEST confetti throws I've seen have always been Flutter Darling's confetti!!
As a rule of thumb, two large handfuls per guest usually works a treat – there’s no such thing as too much confetti, so order double what you think you need!! Make sure any coloured confetti is colour-fast when wet - try to avoid anything that may stain a white dress! Personally, I LOVE white confetti petals!
Why not level up by adding in some confetti cannons??
I will brief your guests on where to stand and how to throw it to make the most of it. Then, when it’s time, walk slowly through your confetti line, have a cheer and even stop for a kiss – really milk it!!!
06 / GREETING THE GUESTS
After the ceremony / confetti, you will likely be showered by hugs, kisses (and maybe even first pumps). I LOVE capturing these moments – they’re often some of my favourite candids throughout the day. Where possible, avoid getting stuck in a dark corridor or outside the loos. Try to move somewhere with some pretty natural light, either outside, or by a big window in a spacious room. Then just take it all in!
