If you’re starting to plan your spring wedding, no doubt you’ve been daydreaming over your future wedding album. But you don’t want the same old thing that every bride ends up with, right? We’ve collected some adorable spring wedding photo ideas to make sure you end up with some amazing memories.
Embrace the season ☔️
April showers bring May flowers, so don’t be surprised if there’s a sprinkle or two during spring weddings! While every bride dreams of sunny skies, don’t let a little (or a lot of) rain ruin your big day. Embrace the clouds and show the world your marriage is ready to weather any storm.
Play in the puddles
Bring cute boots and umbrellas to the venue to ensure you’re prepared for the rain. If you need them, you’ll be glad you have some adorable props to make your pictures even more memorable.
If you live in a stormy area, you could even plan on matching boots and umbrellas with your wedding party to create a fun photo! Or let everyone show off their style with mismatched umbrellas and rain gear.
Kiss in the rain
If you end up with a wet wedding day, you can go full-on “The Notebook” with a romantic, rainy photo shoot! You might even pray for rain to end up with amazing pictures like these. Who cares if your wedding dress gets soaked? You’re in love, and a little rain never hurt anyone!
🌧️ Rainy wedding day tip: Change into a backup dress while your guests enjoy cocktail hour so you aren’t miserable and wet during the wedding reception.
Find a blooming backdrop 🌺
Getting married this time of the year also means you’ll be surrounded by tons of beautiful flowers and greenery! Take advantage of nature’s pretty backdrop for a lovely garden wedding.
Pair an outdoor photo shoot with bright spring attire for your bridal party and groomsmen, and you’ll get vibrant results. As any wedding photographer will tell you, the sun’s golden hour makes for some gorgeous moments for floral wedding photo ideas.
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Use photo props 📸
For camera-shy couples, props are a great way to loosen up. Bikes, signs, benches, or balloons — having an object to interact with can create adorable candid pictures! Your bridal bouquet is a readymade prop, but you can explore other fun items, too.
Make it meaningful
If something in your life holds a special place for both of you, include it in your wedding photo ideas. Whether it’s a vehicle, a musical instrument, or an activity you love, this day is about you, and your photos should reflect that!
While it’s tempting to stick with the same traditional poses as every other couple, try thinking outside the box with your wedding photo ideas and make them uniquely yours.
Don’t forget the most important wedding guests! Including your pets in your photos is a sweet idea that results in adorable portraits of you and your fur babies.
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Be playful
Your spring wedding photography is bound to be more memorable when there’s a cheerful bride and groom! Keep things lighthearted with easy and playful props like balloons or swings. Have fun with each other, and it’ll show in your pictures.
Your wedding photos are unique to you as a couple, so don’t be afraid to explore new poses and ideas. You’ll love looking back at your album and remembering every minute of your big day! 🥂
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Megan is the Director of Customer Experience at GigSalad and has gained 9+ years of insight on what makes a great event on both sides of the booking process. Her favorite things include books, true crime podcasts, coffee, hiking, puns, and making people laugh.