When we think of wedding albums, we tend to envisage portraits of the bride and groom standing at the alter surrounded by the wedding party. But what about the close shots? The unforgettable snaps of the bride and bridesmaids getting ready. A snap of the groom, the wedding party in laughter, hands clasped together revealing the rings.

Your wedding photos will be around long after your wedding day is over, and unless each memory is captured perfectly, those precious moments could be lost forever.

Take a scroll through my pictorial list of just a few must-have wedding shots and feel the butterflies rise as you imagine your unique collection of wedding pics come together.

The preparation. It’s those final touches that will last a lifetime.

It’s all about the zipping of the dress. But what about the hair – beautiful huh?

It’s all about the zipping of the dress. But what about the hair – beautiful huh?

There’d be no wedding without him and when you’re both old and grey you’ll look back on that relaxed smile and laugh about just how handsome he was that day.

The bridal party. Classic laughs and wedding photography to have and to hold!

The transport you choose for your wedding often has some personal meaning to you as a couple. This is a shot that will travel through history and stay in your hearts forever when captured like the one above. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to flash the boots!

The kiss. It can’t be missed, and will be a loved-up portrait you’ll love to look at forever.

The train tracks lead us up to the happy couple and is just one of the many rustic scenes that can make great wedding photography. And that veil – wow!

The ring shot. A classic that needs no introduction, but this particular piece of photography has that little bit extra with the couple in the background.

You can’t have enough loved-up couple shots, and a black and white like this one is a timeless classic. You can be sure that a shot like this will be admired by your grandchildren in years to come!

Every wedding photo that is captured will take you back to that fantastic day with every glance. So, be sure to know which shots are the ones you can’t do without. This little bit of preparation will mean so much to you when you look back at your wedding day pics the day after the wedding, and in many years to come.

Have a fab day!