Wedding Recessional Photography Tips and Inspiration
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- 25 Jul 2022
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The recessional is the moment when the bride and groom walk back down the aisle after the conclusion of the wedding ceremony. It can unfold quickly, so it’s important to carefully plan out coverage and be prepared.
The first kiss just happened and you nailed it, capturing a beautiful photo of the moment. But don’t put your camera down because it’s time for the recessional. The recessional is the moment when the bride and groom walk back down the aisle after the conclusion of the wedding ceremony. It can unfold quickly, so it’s important to carefully plan out coverage and be prepared.
The results can be some of the best, most authentic photos from the entire wedding day because of the joy and excitement of the moment. In this article, we’ll review tips and inspiration for wedding recessional photography.
The Basics of Gear & Settings
Here are the lenses, settings, and positions/shots to consider when capturing the recessional:
Lenses for the moment
- Lead Photographer: We recommend using a medium zoom like a 24-70mm lens or a wide angle lens such as a 16-35mm lens. These focal ranges give you the flexibility to capture the moving action.
- Second Photographer: We recommend that the second shooter use a 70-200mm lens to get a different perspective. However, if the aisle is tight and already crammed with the lead photographer and a videographer, the second photographer may not have a clear angle. If that is the case, stay at the end of the aisle and keep it clear so that the lead photographer can walk back safely.
- Third Photographer: If you have a third photographer, he or she should try to find an angle over the standing guests. Look for something to stand on like a chair, a planter, or a step that is far enough from the aisle to not be in the photos of the lead and second photographers. Read More...
