✨ Your Dream Wedding Day: Stress-Free Tips for Beautiful, Storytelling Photos

By Jacqualine Pruett Photography

Your wedding day is one of the most meaningful chapters of your life — filled with little details, emotions you’ll never forget, and moments that pass faster than you expect. My goal as your photographer is to beautifully freeze those moments in a way that feels warm, genuine, and true to your story.

To help you feel prepared (and excited!) for your big day, here’s a simple guide to making your wedding photography experience smooth, stress-free, and absolutely magical.

"Soft, elegant candlelit wedding table décor with greenery and warm neutral tones."

1. Start With a Simple Plan

The best wedding photos happen when you feel relaxed and present.
I always recommend creating a light timeline with your photographer so we know:

• When you’re getting ready

• When details can be photographed

• The best time for portraits

• What moments matter most to you

This gives you peace of mind while allowing your day to unfold naturally.

2. The Little Details Tell the Biggest Story

Before the ceremony begins, I love capturing the meaningful items that make your day uniquely yours:

• The rings

• Bouquet

• Décor accents

• Cake + dessert table

• Special heirlooms

• Invitation suite

• Centerpieces + florals

These tiny details pull your whole wedding story together and make your gallery feel complete.

"Romantic close-up of wedding rings photographed on an open book—highlighting the elegant details couples love in New Hampshire wedding photography."

3. Getting Ready: The Real, Tender Moments

Some of the sweetest memories happen before you say “I do.”
Candid laughter, makeup touches, hair finishing, bridesmaids helping you into your dress — these moments create some of the softest, most emotional photos of the day.

I photograph these moments gently, allowing you to be fully in the moment with the people you love.

"A quiet, intimate moment of the bride having her makeup done, capturing the calm and anticipation before she says 'I do'."

4. Ceremony Magic

Your ceremony photos should feel emotional, warm, and true to who you are as a couple.

I capture:

• The walk down the aisle

• Reactions

• Tears

• Smiles

• Vows

• The first kiss

• Your exit

Wedding days move quickly, but these images allow you to relive the heart of it all again and again.

5. Capturing the People You Love

Family photos, bridal party pictures, and candid moments during the reception are a huge part of storytelling.

I focus on natural posing and genuine connection — nothing stiff, nothing forced.
Just you, your people, and the joy surrounding you.

6. Reception Details & Candid Fun

Whether your reception is elegant, rustic, or full of dancing and laughter, this is where the celebration begins. I capture:

• Decor

• First dances

• Toasts

• Cake cutting

• Candid guest moments

• Kids dancing (always adorable!)

"A sweet moment of the flower girl twirling in her dress, capturing the joy and magic of the wedding day."

7. After Your Wedding: What to Expect

I know how excited couples are to see their photos, so here’s my process:

• Sneak peeks: Within a few days

• Full gallery: Delivered within your chosen package timeline

• Warm, storytelling edits: That feel dreamy, emotional, and timeless

Your wedding gallery will be filled with emotion, connection, and the small details that make your day unforgettable.

8. Booking for 2025–2026 Weddings

Wedding season fills fast — especially in New Hampshire where we have such beautiful outdoor venues.

If you’re recently engaged or planning a wedding soon, I’d love to hear your vision and help bring it to life.

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