Mungo’s Wedding Day Shot List
Let’s be real—planning a wedding day is filled with countless details and never-ending to-do lists. As a wedding photography expert with 11+ years of experience, I’ve seen brides needlessly stress over one list far too much. What is it? The shot list.
So here’s my secret: you don’t need a shot list. If you’ve hired a photography team worth their salt, they don’t need a shot list either. Seasoned photographers, myself included, have made our careers out of capturing all those Pinterest-worthy shots—we are experts at this. Before we even step into a bridal suite, we know the shots we’re aiming to get.
So while no, you don’t need a shot list, having a shot list can be incredibly insightful when you’re choosing which photographer you want to hire for your big day. As you search for your dream wedding photographer, use this standard shot list to compare with your photographer’s past galleries, and rest assured they’re prepared to capture each and every moment, and then some.
MUNGO foto + film standard shot list:
Day-of Details
flat-lays (all the small details— think invites, vow books, jewelry, shoes, flowers, cufflinks, etc.)
wardrobe, including reception outfits
Location details
Getting Ready
Getting dressed: Putting on dress, suit, and accessories, usually with a parent, sibling, or bridal party member.
Solo portraits
Pre-wedding refreshments
Candids of each group
Reading love letters, gift giving
First Looks/ Vow Reading
Bridal Party
Full group (newlyweds + full bridal party)
Bride and bridesmaids
Groom and groomsmen
Bride + individual bridesmaids
Groom + individual groomsmen
Couple’s Creative Session
Standard posed shots looking at camera, kissing, laughing
Holding each other
Dip Kiss (If comfortable for both parties)
Walking hand-in-hand
Tight shots of hands and other details
Wide shots of couple, highlighting scenery
Ceremony
Empty Ceremony space
Details like florals, signage, chairs, and arch
Guests arriving
Processionals
Fiancé’s reaction to walking down the aisle
Guests’ reactions to walking down the aisle
Couple meeting at the altar
Document full ceremony including prayers or special ceremonies
Ring exchange
First kiss
Family’s reactions
Recession down the aisle
Formals
Newlyweds + officiant
Newlyweds + grandparents
Newlyweds+ both sets of parents, together and individually.
Newlyweds + each immediate family member from each side
Cocktail party
Guests arriving
Refreshments
Guest entertainment
Details and signage
Groups of guests
Reception
Guests arriving
Signage
Details- table settings, table numbers, centerpieces
Wide shot of reception space
Entrances
Cake cutting
First dances
Parent dances
Speeches
Food
Cake/desserts
Party/dancing
DJ/entertainment
At Mungo Foto, we pride ourselves in delivering these standard shots for each wedding, and helping build your timeline to maximize all the photo opportunities you deserve. We know the shots that are must-haves but also constantly work to push the creative envelope, giving you truly unique and artistic gallery to enjoy for years to come. Contact us for your one-of-a-kind wedding gallery.
