As a society, we are used to focusing on traditional posed pictures when it comes to our special day. However, wedding detail photos, otherwise known as wedding flatlay photos, are a great way to capture memories in a unique and creative way.
Wedding detail photos give an interesting bird’s eye view of the details and decorations that make your wedding unique. Flatlay photos also provide a way to include photos of you, your partner, treasured keepsakes, and your loved ones in a way that is not possible with traditional photography. And while flatlays can be used to showcase any type of event, they are especially important for weddings and elopements. Here are my top four reasons why wedding detail photos are so important for your big day.
Firstly, flatlays are an excellent way to capture the details of your wedding.
From the jewelry you and your partner wear to the wedding invitations, a flatlay captures all of the little things that come together to make your wedding special. These images serve as a visual record of the day, and they allow you and your partner to look back on the details that made your wedding unique.
There are so many items and accessories you can include in your flatlay photos. My clients can give me items like:
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A bouquet of flowers
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A bottle of champagne and two glasses
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A variety of succulents
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A vintage photograph
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A personalized sign or banner
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A beautiful cake and cake topper
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A pair of wedding rings
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A pair of newlywed t-shirts
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A few pieces of jewelry
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A pair of personalized mugs
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A custom wedding invitation
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A small framed photo of you and your partner
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A perfume bottle
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A map of your wedding destination
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A small jar of sand, stones, or soil
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A variety of fabric and ribbon swatches
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A pair of cufflinks
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A pair of suspenders or a belt
The possibilities are endless!
Secondly, flatlays are a great way to showcase your wedding theme.
Whether you have a rustic wedding or a beach-themed wedding, wedding detail photos can be used to highlight the elements that make a theme come to life. This is amazing for you and your partner if y’all have put a lot of time and effort into creating a cohesive theme for your wedding.
Thirdly, flatlays can be used to tell the story about your wedding day.
By carefully selecting the items to include in your wedding detail photos, your photographer can create a narrative that captures the essence of the day. This can be especially powerful when combined with other types of wedding photography, like candid shots and portraits.
Fourthly, flatlays can be used to create stunning social media posts, home or office decor, digital screensavers, calendars, planners, photo albums, or scrapbooks.
Wedding detail photos are an important part of your wedding photography. They will allow your photographer to capture the details, showcase the theme, tell a story, and create stunning and unique memories. If you want to remember your wedding day for years to come, flatlays are an essential element you’ll want to include in your wedding photography.
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