Your wedding is one of the biggest, most important days of your life?one that you’ll want to remember forever. So why wouldn’t you want to take photos on your wedding day" For some people, it might be a case of bucking tradition (because who says you can’t take photos on your day"). For others, it might be that they want the day to run more smoothly without rushing off to photo shoots. Other couples might prefer to live in the moment on their special day. Of course, every situation is different. So whether you choose to take photos before or after your wedding, there are pros and cons for each, and we outline a few below.
The Pros of Not Taking Photos on Your Actual Wedding Day

You and your guests will be in the moment.
So much of our lives, including some of our most significant and memorable moments, are viewed through the screen. We capture moments for the ‘gram instead of choosing to be present and be in the moment just as we are. Without taking photos on the actual day, you can be totally focused on the here and now.
You won’t have to worry about missing cocktail hour.
Let’s face it: photo opportunities take time, which means they take time away from your wedding. Many couples end up missing parts of their cocktail hour and/or reception, or other integral parts of their big day, because of photos. By not taking photos on your wedding day, you are guaranteed to be part of each memorable moment.
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