whats more important, getting ready or the reception pics
Question Asked: 31/07/2025
Wedding Date: 9/08/2018
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Personally I think the reception photos are where the magic truly happens. While getting-ready shots are beautiful the reception is where the energy shifts—guests are relaxed, laughter fills the room, and unforgettable candid moments unfold.
I absolutely love capturing the raw, unscripted emotions that come out during heartfelt speeches—tears, joy, laughter—all the little moments that show just how much love there is.
From the grand entrance, the first dance, father-daughter dance, to the cake cutting, bouquet toss, garter toss, and even fun games.There's a story in every part of the evening. And as the night winds down, we can sneak away for some romantic night shots under the stars.
These are the memories you’ll cherish forever—and I’m there to make sure not a single moment is missed.
Hey - great question! Having recently had my daughter's wedding, the reception pics were great in that you get to see moment and feelings that you wouldn't have without the pics. At the getting ready, you are there and witness all moments.
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Its a very subjective question and really depends on personal prefrences. Generally the only people at the morning prep re the bride, the bridesmaids and the brides family so although these do present a very relaxed an meaningful start to wonderful day the reception is where all the guests will be including obviously the groom and groomsmen, the reception can be full of formailities such as speeches, cake cutting, fun games and of course the first dance. So afain it really depends on what is your priority.
There is a 3rd way that encapsulates the later part of the morning prep and first part of reception that can be photographed for the same amount of photo coverage so you get a bit of both and we can be clever with time allocation too. Best of luck with it all !
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As other's have said, clearly very subjective but a couple points might help. The getting ready photos can be a part of the day to have some more mindful moments of anticipation and building excitement. Depending on the approach of the chosen photographer, this can lead some very intimate photos where the art and style of the photographer can show though. This is amplified if the venue selected for getting ready lends itself to photography. It's helpful to choose a room/ location what offers the best natural light for the time of day/ year of your getting ready and if possible enables the process of story telling.
On the other hand, if you're venue options for getting ready are more limited and not really well suited for photography, I.e a small house or room, it might be better to go bigger on the reception with a more fun, candid approach.
Hope that helps.