Why You Shouldn’t Skip the Wedding Prep Photos
- Helen & Noel
- Jun 27
- 3 min read
Wedding Prep Photos That Tell the Start of Your Story
Let’s talk about one of the most overlooked, but most meaningful parts of your wedding day: the getting ready moments.
Sure, the vows, the confetti, the first dance, they’re all magic. But there’s something incredibly special about those quiet, fluttery hours beforehand. The anticipation. The deep breaths. The belly laughs. The sneaky tears. These are the moments that set the tone for the rest of your day, and that’s why wedding prep photos deserve a starring role in your gallery.
The Calm (and Chaos) Before the Ceremony
Your wedding prep might look like matching robes and mimosas with your best friends, a peaceful solo moment with your mum, or a last-minute emergency with your dad frantically Googling "how to tie a cravat." Whatever it looks like, it’s yours. And that’s worth remembering.
Wedding prep photos don’t just show how you looked. They tell a story of how you felt. There’s nervous energy, raw emotion, and often the most genuine expressions of love and connection.
It’s Not Just About Hair and Makeup
Yes, there might be mascara wands and curling tongs in the background – but this isn’t a beauty shoot. These photos capture the little in-between moments: the squeeze of a hand, the last minute love note, the moment someone says, “This is really happening.”
We’re not just documenting the ‘what’, we’re capturing the why. And when you look back in years to come, these wedding prep photos are often the ones that tug the hardest on your heart.
A Chance to Capture the Unexpected
You never know what magic will unfold during wedding prep. A spontaneous speech. A gift exchange. A tearful hug with grandma. These moments aren’t scheduled, but they’re unforgettable. And they only happen once.
Having a photographer with you during prep means those moments aren’t missed. They’re remembered, cherished, and beautifully preserved.
Both Sides of the Story
One of the biggest advantages of having two photographers ? We can quite literally be in two places at once. While one of us is with you, capturing your morning as it unfolds, the nerves, the laughter, the quiet moments, the other is with your partner, documenting their side of the story just as fully.
There’s no rushing between locations or trying to squeeze in both sets of prep photos with one camera, you both get the same care, attention, and storytelling.
That means you get to see everything, how they were feeling, who was there, the excitement building as the morning went on. And they get to see the same from your side.
Two perspectives. One love story. Beautifully balanced, just like the two of you.
A Time Capsule of People You Love
Wedding mornings are often shared with your inner circle, your ride or dies, your oldest friends, your closest family. These are the people who’ve cheered you on from the start. Having those people with you, in those emotional, unfiltered moments, is a huge part of the story.
Your wedding prep photos become a time capsule of those connections – and the emotion in them is so real, so moving, and so worth preserving.
So, Should You Skip the Getting Ready Photos ?
Absolutely not. They're not just filler shots. They're the first pages of your wedding story. The ones that set the tone for the day. The ones full of anticipation, tenderness, and joy.
Wedding prep photos bring context and emotion to the bigger picture. They’re where the nerves and excitement live side by side. Where love shows up in small, beautiful ways, before the aisle, before the cheers, before the “I do.”
So don’t skip them. You’ll be so glad you didn’t.
If you’re on the fence about having wedding prep photos....
Consider this your gentle nudge. These moments matter. They’re real, raw, and fleeting. And with the two of us capturing both sides of the morning, you won’t miss a single beat of your story.
If you do decide to have groom preps photographed, then make sure to read our blog post "How To Nail Groom Preparations" or "10 Tips For Your Wedding Morning"
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Ready to make sure every moment is remembered ? We’d love to chat about your plans and how we can capture your day from start to finish – prep and all.
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