Family Pictures Checklist Template from a Professional Wedding Photographer
As a wedding photographer, I understand the importance of capturing those cherished family moments on the big day. Here's a helpful checklist to ensure that nothing is missed during the family photo session:
Bride + Groom + Groom’s Extended Family
Groom’s Extended Family Dismissed
Bride + Groom + Groom’s Parents and Siblings
Bride + Groom + Groom’s Siblings
Bride + Groom + Groom’s Parents
Groom + Groom’s Siblings
Groom’s Siblings Dismissed
Groom + Groom’s Parents
Groom + Groom’s Mom
Groom + Groom’s Dad
Bride + Groom + Groom’s Parents + Bride’s Parent’s
Groom’s Parents Dismissed
Bride + Groom + Bride’s Extended Family
Bride’s Extended Family Dismissed
Bride + Groom + Bride’s Parents and Siblings
Bride + Groom + Bride’s Siblings
Bride + Groom + Bride’s Parents
Bride + Bride’s Siblings
Bride’s Siblings Dismissed
Bride + Bride’s Parents
Bride + Bride’s Mom
Bride + Bride’s Dad
Pro tip: I always start with the larger group pictures so we can get people moving to cocktail hour as soon as possible.
Remember to communicate with your photographer beforehand about any special requests or family dynamics to ensure a smooth and enjoyable photo session for everyone involved.