Home Sweet Wedding: Unique Home Wedding Ideas for a Warm Celebration
A trend we are seeing is that more and more couples are choosing to host their weddings at home. Home-based weddings can offer a more intimate and personal setting, as well as greater flexibility in terms of décor, entertainment, and guest lists. As a photographer, capturing the moments of a home-based wedding requires some planning and attention to detail. Here are some helpful tips for planning your home-based wedding to ensure your wedding photography is stunning.
Understanding your Space
When photographing a home-based wedding, it's important for us to understand the space. This means doing a site visit prior to the wedding day to get a sense of the layout, lighting, and various areas where activities will be taking place. We’ll help identify areas of the home that will make for great backdrops, as well as any potential challenges such as limited space or difficult lighting conditions.
Being Mindful of Lighting
Lighting is one of the biggest challenges of photographing a home-based wedding. Unlike a traditional wedding venue, homes may have limited natural light, or inconsistent lighting due to multiple light sources. On the other hand the space may present opportunities for artistic creativity in terms of light. We are prepared with adequate lighting equipment to ensure the best photos regardless of the conditions.
Capturing Intimate Moments
Home-based weddings offer a more intimate setting, typically with a smaller guest lists and a emphasis on personal touches. We want to focus on capturing the emotions and interactions of you and your guests. Having two photographers allows better coverage of these moments especially when they are going on in many different locations.
Working with the Couple
Finally, it's important to us to work closely with you to understand your vision and priorities for your wedding album. Specific requests for certain shots, or certain people are important so they can be included in the photos. By understanding your expectations and working collaboratively with you, we can ensure that the wedding album reflects your unique personalities and tells the story of your day.
Hosting your home-based wedding can offer a unique and rewarding experience. By understanding the space, being mindful of lighting, capturing intimate moments, and working closely with you, we can create stunning wedding photos that will be treasured for years to come.
