Portrait photography is an integral part of any wedding. It is used to capture action shots of the ceremony as well as the reception in order to create photographs that will be a lasting reminder of the wedding. Portraits may be planned to create still shots or spontaneous moments that will be kept for remembrance.
Wedding portraits are used to capture members of the wedding party during the ceremony and throughout the day. Portraits of family members with the bridal couple are frequently taken by a wedding photographer. Other popular portraits include the cutting of the wedding cake, the first dance and other candid moments.
Candid photography is a popular trend in wedding portrait photography. These photographs are focused on moments that are spontaneous instead of posed and often provide a memorable moment. Examples of this type of wedding portrait photography include quiet moments with the bride and groom, photographs of children playing or other touching moments. Candid photographs of the flower girl and ring bearer are often chosen for wedding photography and can add a whimsical touch to a wedding album.
Wedding photographers will work with the bridal party to capture desired wedding portraits during the event. Many times they will continue to take photographs unprompted in order to create a series of lasting memories that the bridal couple can enjoy after the wedding. Some portraits may also be taken ahead of the wedding in a photography studio such as photographs of the bride, groom and parents of the bridal couple.