How to Photograph a Wedding Ceremony (FULL Breakdown)

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Published 2022-03-24
In this episode of Wedding Day 101 we're breaking down how to approach the ceremony! If you're a brand new photographer, this episode is exactly what you need before photographing your first wedding!

Make sure to check out the rest of the Wedding Day 101 series playlist:    • Wedding Day 101  

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00:00 Intro
00:37 Processional Breakdown
04:25 Main Ceremony Breakdown
16:06 Recessional Breakdown

All Comments (21)
  • I’m obsessed with how this was set up like a sports play - this is the most athletic I’ve ever felt 😹 I love your approach!
  • @IMGDirect
    Nobody is doing what you’re doing on YouTube. One of the best photography channels on YouTube hands down.
  • @izzbizz3378
    I’m shootings my first official wedding in….4 hours 😂 so this was very helpful! Quick sub ✅
  • @jules9669
    I can't thank you enough! I have autism and this is my first wedding ceremony I'm shooting for my photography business tomorrow. Thank you for helping give me confidence about where I need to be and when!!❤
  • @VXEO
    You have literally just saved my life!! I have a wedding shoot this morning and I’ve been going out of my mind thinking I should stand right at the front… your layout is perfect and makes sense. Thank you so so much!! 😅
  • @juditvitan7327
    As a photographer myself, I LOVE learning from other photographers and continue expanding & growing to become a better photographer no matter how much I already know. There is always more to know & learn that helps us tweak some areas to be the best of the best. Being creative too comes at its finest - once you get the hang of it which is a great skill to have. I appreciate you sharing this insightful information. THANK YOU
  • @k1nser
    I'm shooting my first wedding tomorrow and was searching for last minute tips because of nerves. I've already prepped for it- extra batteries, second camera, etc. but I was still iffy on where to be during different parts of the ceremony. Your explanation of these diagrams helped me so much!
  • @TheRealAdele
    You are a gem!!! I'm still a new-ish wedding photographer and I'm so happy to have found your channel. You've taught me almost everything I know since I jumped so quickly into the industry. Such a lifesaver, thanks Katelyn!
  • @thepeytonshow4403
    My first wedding is in a few days and this was so informative and clutch ! Thanks so much for this ! your channel is God sent for me right now.
  • Super helpful. I’m photographing my first solo wedding this weekend and KJ All Access has been such a lifesaver!
  • Shooting my first wedding this Saturday and I am an anxious mess. You are helping me SO much. THANK YOU!!!
  • @garasefora8043
    Most helpful video I have seen about photography. It’s like simple coaching. Thank you 🙏🏽
  • I shot a wedding today, and used notes to make sure I got everything as laid out in this video! I bet I muttered my way thru where to go and when a dozen times, and even walked thru it in the sanctuary before too many guests had arrived! It all went very smoothly, getting the shots for this ceremony. Thanks for what I consider assistance!!❤️❤️❤️
  • @jewel9246
    This was incredibly helpful, thank you! I'm doing my first wedding a week and a half!
  • @ashleykayy08
    T minus 13 days until I shoot my first wedding... Even though it's for friends, I've been SO NERVOUS! Your videos have been a BIG help in calming my nerves! thank you so much!!
  • @bigrob1409
    This is one of the most helpful and insightful videos I’ve ever seen, getting prepped for my first wedding shoot in a month!
  • Watched this whole video even though I’ve been shooting for 11 years🤣 I’ll watch anything Katelyn puts out #alwaysgold
  • Thank you so much for this!! I was just asked to do my first professional shoot at a wedding. Talk about feeling pressure! 😱 BUT I am really excited! This video helped so much!
  • @coryducey2650
    I recall my wedding and everything you mentioned was done minus the 2nd shooter. I was asked to do a friend's wedding. 3xcited