Cynthia Obianodo & Ebuka Obi-Uchendu’s White Wedding in Abuja (Photo Credit: George Okoro Photography)
For most, their wedding day is absolutely the best day of their lives – like nothing can top this!
And often, a common mistake as the hosts
of the wedding, is allowing yourself to get caught up with the events
of the day that you forget to snap all the memorable moments of the day
which could be captured for anniversaries, your family members, to show
your kids or general recall.
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1. The Bride & Groom’s “first look/first solo moment”
The “first look” is when the bride and groom get to see each other before they say their vows. Nigerian couples are opting for this new trend, as you can get good portraits in and it’s an intimate moment before the day gets hectic.
For the first solo moment, if you did things the traditional route, the first time you get alone time as man and wife is after the ceremony, before the reception.
A normal trend for most Nigerian weddings is an outfit change ranging from 2 to maybe 4 depending on how the couple intends to showcase themselves and their fashion sense on the day. Most times brides often change more than the groom, for reasons best known to women – Yeah girl! So before you go and party, get that intimate shot in that wedding album.
Cynthia Obianodo & Ebuka Obi-Uchendu’s White Wedding in Abuja (Photo Credit: George Okoro Photography)
2. Getting Ready
This is often the busiest and most proactive moment for the photographer – and the time where everyone wants to ask you “JAMB questions”.
So, before you get irritated or all excited with your group shots, as
the bride get a shot of your makeup being done or even a shot of you
putting your dress on, same applies for the males, a best-man helping
his friend put his tuxedo on is also a nice touch.
Kay and Tons Cape Town Wedding (Photo Credit: Heathyr Huss Photography)
3. The Decor
You can either choose between the
church, ceremony venue or the wedding reception, but capturing the
beautiful handwork of your event planner or decor designer is key
(before guests get there), definitely a handy reminder, if you choose to
send over “thank you” gifts later.
Maggie and Rick’s Wedding | Photo Credit: Inije Photo
4. Something Grand or Unique #HashTagWorthy
Make your BN Weddings
mark and give us something to remember you by. In Nigeria, tens if not
hundreds of weddings occur every Saturday, of different religions and
cultures, but it is still a wedding just like yours. Do something that
will make the crowd go “wow!”, think outside the box, you really don’t
have to spend much to add your own personal touch and Hey, you never know what amazing photo could have your wedding trending (if you want to be an Insta-star for the day).
He has the sweet touch! Noble Igwe changing his Bride Chioma’s Shoes at Their Wedding | Photo Credit: Photography by Olumide
5. Walking Down the Aisle
The unavoidable nerve-racking moment is
also very beautiful. The first full look of the bride’s dress, the
standing ovation and if you opt for floral decor, you are in for a
natural surprise.
Jumi and Layi’s Texas Wedding (Photo Credit: Joseph West Photography)
Detail is everything and remembering the
small stuff shows how well-planned the event was. I mean you cannot go
wrong with a vintage car for the groom to whisk his bride away, with the
right atmosphere and a intimate pose – this is definitely the chance to
get a postcard perfect photo.
Bami and Michael’s Wedding (Photo Credit: AkinTayoTimi)
7. Wedding Shoes!
Probably the third most expensive item
for a bride, after her ring and wedding dress of course, so why not give
the girls a taste of your fashion sense and add a little
personalization to your outfit, with colour or any other creative idea.
Samira’s Wedding Shoes (Photo Credit: Imagio Photography)
8. The “Who’s Next” Bouquet
You cannot end the wedding without finding out who “all the single ladies”
are, I mean who’s next is a classic moment of fun at any wedding and if
you’ve opted for fresh flowers or a gemstone bouquet that you are not
taking home, it’s good to have a shot for keepsakes.
9. Bride and her Bridesmaids
This is one of the most heartfelt photos
because of the history within, the bride’s train usually consists of
her sister, a new sister-in-law, the bride’s best friends and close
childhood friends. A natural hybrid of the old and new and the what’s
to come as most bridesmaids are the following upcoming bride-to-be.
Toolz and Her Girls (Photo Credit: Instagram.com)
10. Classic Portrait
The classic portrait is the “aww, when did you get married?”
photo people walk into as they enter your house, years later. As a
couple, this captures a clear focused profile picture of the couple
smiling, it is usually taken before you enter the reception venue and
after you have tied the knot with your “I dos” and becomes your first framed photo in your new home.
Mr and Mrs Jones (Photo Credit: Photo Guy K)
hehehe....Princess Toolz! (Makeup & Photo Credit: Bimpe Onakoya)
For most, their wedding day is absolutely the best day of their lives – like nothing can top this!
And often, a common mistake as the hosts
of the wedding, is allowing yourself to get caught up with the events
of the day that you forget to snap all the memorable moments of the day
which could be captured for anniversaries, your family members, to show
your kids or general recall.
Be the QUEEN or KING of your day! The
more beauty shots, the better. We often don’t realize how much we change
over the months and years, so do not lose any of your glamorous shots,
it captures you at one of your lifetime’s finest moments.
Coco (Makeup & Photo Credit: Banke Meshida-Lawal)
Tunde (Photo Credit: Wani Olatunde Photography)
The “aww” moment of every
wedding is the first official public lip-locking experience, an
expression of love, passion and happiness with the words “I do” as a reaffirmation of the status of your relationship, dedication to commitment and pure love in it’s finest form.
Sandra and Super Eagles Football Player Onazi Ogenyi (Photo Credit: Jide Odukoya Photography)
13. The Cake
We’re going to spoil you and put the
3 yummy cake moments in one – a photo of the beautiful cake itself,
cutting of the cake together and feeding each other.
Usually the statement center-piece of
your wedding decor, a cake can also be metaphoric as it represents the
couple’s union. The cake topper is usually the most popular way to
customize it – you and your partner’s initials, a mini-couple, or for
the cake itself, adding the logo to the fondant is a popular choice to
make your cake more “you”.
Coco & Caleb’s Cake by The Caketress (Photo Credit: B.lawz Studios)
The cutting of the cake is a beautiful
“all eyes on us” moment, but also makes a stunning photo that shows off
the reception decor, including the cake.
“MM” – Mary and Marlon’s Wedding Cake by Teal & Roses (Photo Credit: Maria Stanisky)
The final cake moment is the feeding of
the cake to each other, as one of the first acts as man and wife. It’s a
symbol of affection – and sometimes the bride or groom kneels while
serving the other, as a sign of devotion, sealing it with a kiss after
taking a bite.
Ope and Samuel (Photo Credit: TCD Weddings)
14. The First Dance
The major aww moment between
the bride and the groom that everyone dies for. The bride and groom can
get to feel like it’s just the two of them in the room with their
favourite song playing, while the decorator adds some flair for a
stunning photo – like fireworks, lighting and fog for that WOW factor.
Tayo and Uche (Photo Credit: J-Gates Visuals)
15. The Bride and her Father
A lot changes after the “I do”,
much more than what can be comprehended in the first few hours, a shot
of daddy and his little girl is priceless. There are many opportunities
for this at a white wedding with walking down the aisle, the
father-daughter dance, traditional portraits and of course, random
moments.
Ope & Her Father Pastor Dotun Reju (Photo Credit: TCD Weddings)
As a married woman, the dominant male in
your life is now your husband and most memories will be spent with him
by your side the rest of your life, so savor the undeniable emotional
dance or photos with your pops when you can.
16. Groom and His Groomsmen
Men are usually not fussy, very
simple! But to showcase the fine wine at your wedding and current
bachelors, it’s a nice photo album addition. Also if you are a bride or
groom with a lot of brothers it’s the easiest way to get all your
favourite boys in one shot.
Lionel with His Boys (Photo Credit: Set Photography)
Bukky and Afolabi (Photo Credit: Fotos by Fola)
17. Candid Moments
The “I just could not help myself”
moments happen in every wedding. Sometimes it’s a joke between the
couple or big daddy busting a move we didn’t know he had, a bridesmaid’s
craziness during the fight for the bouquet, adorable display of
cuteness from the little bride and groom or a proposal, a surprise guest
or gift, shedding a tear – the long list has no end, so do not shy away
from just letting loose and enjoying your day, these moments can happen
at any time.
Annabella & Gabriel (Photo Credit: Adebayo Deru Photography)
18. The Rings
What’s the one thing from the wedding day you’ll you be wearing for the rest of your life? The ring!
Megan & Ekene (Photo Credit: Jide Odukoya Photography)
A shot of your wedding rings is symbolic
to the event. Even though some couples renew their vows with new rings
or make upgrades after a few years, the first rings will always have a
special place in your hearts – now, as every girl hears when she gets
engaged, let us see your #BNBLING (ring)!
19. The Grand Entrance
Most couples dance into their reception
with their favourite song playing. But you can make your entrance a
statement in so many ways. A choreographed dance, a dance battle, or
forget the dance altogether and arrive in a car, or even a bubble!
Kike & Fisayo (Photo Credit: Libran Eye Photography) – we will feature this wedding next week, watch out ;)
20. The Send-Off
In the wise words of Jay-Z, “grand opening, grand closing”. We have to say “bye” in style, it would not be a wedding without a grand opening and exit – you just have to cherish it!
Plus, you know what this means … HONEYMOON LOADING! And possibly baby loading in 9 months 
Bami & Michael (Photo Credit: AkinTayoTimii)
Instead of wishing “I really should have had photos of …” make a priority list and share it with your wedding planner/coordinator before the big day.
Happy Snapping, and of course Happy Married Life!
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