The Unplugged Wedding
Let’s talk about a hot topic in the wedding world: the unplugged ceremony. Couples are asking guests to put away their phones, vendors are crossing their fingers, and guests—well, they sometimes need a little reminder. Today, I’m diving into why I believe phones should stay tucked away during a wedding ceremony and how you can truly show up for the couple on their big day.
Be Present In The Moment
If you’ve been invited to a wedding, chances are you mean a whole lot to the bride and groom. They’ve carefully chosen who they want by their side to witness this once-in-a-lifetime moment. Don’t miss it because you’re busy fumbling with your camera app or trying to zoom in for that “perfect shot.”
Wouldn’t you rather fully soak in the groom’s giant smile (maybe even a tear or two) when he sees his bride? Or how she beams with joy as she walks down the aisle? The warm hug she gives her dad as he hands her off? Those are the moments you want to remember, not through a screen, but with your own eyes and heart.
Couples Invest In Their Photographer
Couples spend weeks—sometimes months—searching for the perfect photographer. They fall in love with our style, our personality, and trust us to capture the most meaningful moments of the day. And I promise, we’ve got it covered!
One thing we can’t do, though? Work around Aunt Sue stepping into the aisle with her iPad to snag the first kiss. 🫣 There’s nothing more heartbreaking than having to tell a couple we missed a big moment because someone unintentionally blocked the shot with their phone. Please, don’t be an Aunt Sue.
PS – sorry to anyone that may have an Aunt Sue. I’m obviously not talking about her, she’s a delight!
Ask Yourself: Is It Worth It?
Now, let’s be honest—what are you really going to do with that photo you snapped during the ceremony? Will it become your phone background? Will you print and frame it? Probably not.
But you know who will want a photo of the bride and her dad walking down the aisle, unblocked and beautifully lit? The couple. And I can guarantee they’d rather see a clean, emotional moment in their gallery than a sea of smartphones. Looping back to number one, be present, and remember there is more than being the first person to post a special event on social media!
We know it’s hard to wait. But I promise—it’ll be worth it. You’ll get to relive every magical moment through stunning, professional images that you can enjoy without ever having to zoom in.
So the next time you attend a wedding, take a deep breath, tuck your phone away, and just be present. Trust me—the memories are so much sweeter that way. 💕
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