5 Smart Tips on Preparing for Your Winter Wedding Photoshoot

Close up of couple at a winter wedding

Did you postpone your wedding last year due to the pandemic? So did millions of other American couples. But now that restrictions are lifting, and things are going back to normal — wedding season 2021 is about to explode!

For many couples, this upcoming winter is the perfect time to have their weddings finally. They can no longer wait, and neither can their wedding photographers. If you’re gearing up for a winter wedding, here are some tips on preparing for your wedding photoshoot.

1.    Expect Unexpected Issues

It’s important to set realistic expectations for your wedding photoshoot, especially during the winter.

Winter climate can be very unpredictable and lead to some unexpected issues. Sudden rain may affect your wedding photographer’s equipment, lack of sunlight may cause your pictures to come out grainy and heavy snowfall may render your planned outdoor locations inaccessible. Mentally prepare yourself for these issues, so they don’t end up ruining your mood on the big day.

2.    Have the Ceremony Early

Remember, winter means early sunsets and much lesser sunlight all around. There’s only so much lighting your wedding photographer and their team can set up. Darkness will be quite an issue for outdoor wedding photoshoot locations. So, if your ceremony venue is not indoors with sufficient lighting, have the ceremony a lot earlier than you usually would.

Couple wedding photography by Lily Hayes

3.    Choose Mostly Indoor Locations

It would be smart to choose beautifully decorated indoor locations for your wedding photography shoot. With outdoor locations, you’ll constantly be under the threat of rain and snowfall. You can invest a little extra in exquisite indoor venues to avoid ruining your beautiful dress in the rain or snow.

4.    Wear Thick Clothes and Keep Extra Layers

This goes without saying, but nobody wants to wear a raincoat over their wedding clothes.

Make sure your wedding dress or suit is suitable for the weather. Go for thick fabrics with insulating inner layers, so you don’t go about the ceremony shivering. Also, wear winter-appropriate and weatherproof footwear.

5.    Plan Separate Outdoor Photoshoots

If you’d like to embrace the cold instead of shying away from it, then you can plan outdoor locations for a separate wedding photoshoot. You can put on some thick boots and go to a beautiful park or lake for a stunning wedding photography shoot. Remember to keep your wedding photographer in the loop and trust their judgment for the best results!

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We excel in many different types of photography, including maternity/newborn photography, family photography, wedding/engagement photography, and more. You can browse through our website to see our photography portfolio.

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