Complete Wedding Photography: From Preparation to Reception
Master wedding photography with our comprehensive 2025 guide. From essential gear to advanced techniques, learn how to capture timeless moments and build a successful wedding photography business.
Featured Cameras
Sony A7 IV
The perfect primary wedding camera with advanced features and reliability.
33MP full-frame sensor
Advanced Eye AF
Dual card slots
Extended battery life
Price Range: $2,499 (Body Only)
Photography Techniques
Reception Lighting
Master low-light reception photography
1. Bounce flash techniques
2. Dragging the shutter
3. Off-camera flash setup
4. Ambient light balancing
Ceremony Coverage
Capturing key ceremony moments
1. Anticipating moments
2. Silent shooting mode
3. Multiple angles coverage
4. Working with available light
Frequently Asked Questions
What backup equipment should I bring?
Always bring at least two camera bodies, multiple lenses, extra batteries, multiple flashes, and plenty of memory cards. Consider having duplicate critical focal lengths.
How do I handle difficult lighting situations?
Master using off-camera flash, understand how to balance ambient light, and always scout venues beforehand to identify challenging lighting conditions and plan solutions.
What's the best way to organize a wedding shoot?
Create a detailed timeline with the couple, prepare a shot list, scout locations in advance, and have a contingency plan for weather and other unexpected situations.