Getting married in winter and a bit worried about the light? Don't be! Some of my favourite photos ever were taken in December. Here's how to plan your day so you get the best of it.
Know your sunset time
In Sussex the sun sets at around 4pm in mid December, and a little later either side. Pop your date into a sunset calculator and plan your day around it. That's the single most useful thing you can do. So many couples have 4pm ceremonies in winter and it means no daylight photos, so schedule your ceremony for a little bit earlier.
Move your ceremony earlier
A 12pm or 1pm ceremony gives you daylight for confetti, group photos and a few couple portraits. If your ceremony's at 4pm in December, most of your photos will be after dark (which is fine for me, but worth you knowing in case you hadn't thought about it!).
Do your couple photos before dinner
Grab 15 to 20 minutes for portraits straight after the ceremony while there's still light. Then we can sneak out again after dark for some twinkly, moody ones with flash or sparklers. Best of both!
Think about a first look
Seeing each other before the ceremony means we can get your couple photos done in the daylight and you can enjoy your drinks reception with everyone. It's not for everyone, but it's a lifesaver in winter.
Embrace the dark
Candles, fairy lights, festoon lights, a roaring fire, a cosy pub. Winter weddings look AMAZING once the sun goes down. I use flash for the evening, which gives that colourful, fun, party feel that I love.
Wrap up!
Big coats, faux fur, blankets, wellies, a tartan scarf. It all looks gorgeous in photos and means you can actually stay outside long enough to enjoy it.
Have a wet weather plan
If we need to do portraits and groups indoors, that's fine! I'm good at hunting out nice little spots. I'm a whizz with a flash, too.
Planning a winter wedding? My winter dates get a special price, so message me for a quote!
Cheers,
Anna
