Ring photos are a beautiful and classy photo opportunity for any wedding. But unlike the name may suggest, ring photos do not exclusively have rings. They also include a variety of small details that should be included in your details box. Details and background are not all you need to think about, there are a few things you can do to maximize your ring photos on your wedding day.
Prepare For Your Ring Photos
The first step you should take to get the most out of your ring photos is to prepare for your photos. A good place to start is making sure your rings are cleaned and polished. When you have your rings ready to go you want to make sure that you mention to your photographer that you want ring photos, so your photographer can prepare as well and the two of you can build it into your timeline. You should also make sure to include any items you want to accent your rings that you don’t already have in your details box.
Accent Item Ring Photos
There really is no limit when it comes to accent items you can use for your ring photos, let your creativity run wild! Some classic accent items are invitations or vows as a background with the rings in front. Another is the rings in a decorative ring box. Taking photos with your cake or dessert in the background later in the evening could bring a sweet photo you might not have thought of. You can use other items that you have for your detail shots like flowers, shoes, or even cologne. If you want to be a bit more out of the box you can include items like your stationary ribbon that your photographer can use to bring your details together visually. You could also do something a bit more unique like a seashell, or any other item that reflects you as a couple or your wedding as a whole.
Different Shots For Your Ring Photos
When it comes to ring photos you can have a good mix of traditional or unique shots. A very traditional ring photo style is the close up. You really see all of the details of each ring in a shot like this. Another classic shot is the rings on both of your fingers holding hands. With both of your hands clasped and a focus on the rings, this type of ring photo emphasizes you as a pair. If you are looking for some classy photos with a bit more pizazz you can ask your photographer to take photos with the rings in nature. Maybe some photos near some wildflowers, grass for a more casual aesthetic. If you want something a little bit more creative let your photographer know – after all, we are called creatives!
There are no bounds to what you can use in your rings photos to make them reflect you as a couple and your wedding. Now that you have some guidelines for how to make the most of your ring photos, you can tailor the plans for yourself.
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