Going into your wedding day can be a little hectic. One of the most chaotic parts of the day is family portraits. Photographers are often trying to get all these family photos in about 10 minutes. A great way to prep your family for this whirlwind is to let them know where they need to be and when. Here is my wedding formal portrait list to help understand how the photos will flow!

Immediate family is always a priority! Let your Aunties and cousins know they are on the back burner until ALL your formal photos are done.

Partner 1’s Side

• Mom
• Dad
• Parents
• Parents, Couple
• Parents, Couple, Grandparents
• Couple, Grandparents
• Grandparents
• Siblings
• Couple, Siblings with Spouses and kids
• Parents, Grandparents, Couple, Siblings with spouses and kids

Both Families

• Partner 1, Parents, Grandparents, Siblings with Spouses and kids AND Partner 2, Parents, Siblings with Spouses and kids
• Couple, both sets of Parents

Partner 2’s Side

• Parents, Grandparents, Couple, Siblings with spouses and kids
• Parents, Couple, Grandparents
• Couple, Grandparents
• Grandparents
• Parents, Couple
• Parents
• Mom
• Dad
• Siblings
• Couple, Siblings with Spouses and kids

Wedding Party Formals

Partner 1’s Side

• Each Attendant individually
• Formal all together
• Laughing
• Walking
• Random Fun Pose

Entire Wedding Party

• Formal all together
• Laughing
• Walking
• Random Fun Pose

Partner 2’s Side

• Each Attendant individually
• Formal all together
• Laughing
• Walking
• Random Fun Pose

Newlywed Favorite Poses

After all the wedding party and family formal portraits are done, we get a few minutes for Newlywed photos! This is a bit more relaxed. You will also be a pro at these after your engagement session!

• Formal Photo, shoulder to shoulder looking at camera
• Prom Pose
• Walking hand in hand
• Dancing
• Twirl
• Drunk walking
• Belly button to Belly Button
• Belly button to elbow