When it comes to photographing picture perfect details—which are important parts of your wedding story—a photographer can simply take a well lit shot. However, great photographers go beyond that to create truly artistic photos that shine with the sparkle of your rings; the intricate lace of your wedding dress; and the beauty of table settings, floral arrangements, and other event decor.  

Your choice of wedding details will set the tone for your big day and add to the experience, aesthetic, emotion and feel of your celebration. They reflect your personality and integrate into the broader narrative of your wedding. After all, each decision you made had meaning and it’s wonderful to see that captured in your photos. Plus, if you want your wedding published, having a photographer who knows how to nail the editorial shots necessary will be vital to reaching your goal.

Below you will find wedding details captured through creative storytelling. Going beyond traditional wedding photography, these shots provide a unique perspective of common elements of the wedding day, making them perfect for editors looking for artistic photography to spice up their real wedding features. Scroll down to see how our member photographers take photographs of details that are interesting and highly publishable and be sure your photographer doesn’t miss this important element of your wedding photography collection.

At the start of your wedding day, your photographer will capture your getting ready photos along with your fashionable wedding details including your dress and shoes and other elements. If they take this time seriously, they will work creatively to come up with photos like these.

Then, if they haven’t already they’ll move on to photographing your invitations. Flat lays are all the rage with editors and our member photographers are quite adept at making them look beautiful.

Next up? Reception details, including decor, food, and cake, of course!

And throughout the day, your photographer will capture all the comings and goings, Including your big farewell.

Getting picture perfect details you will love and editors will publish all comes down to having the right photographer by your side who knows how to take risks, push boundaries, and explore ideas in composition. When you’re looking for yours, this is where you’ll find them.

For a deep dive into gorgeous wedding details don’t miss our carefully-curated galleries where you find a ton of inspiration for your wedding day.