Essential Classic Group Photos
Some group photos are timeless and expected by most families. Add them to your photo timeline so you do not forget any of the essentials:
The Newlyweds with Each Family
Parents, siblings, and grandparents. A timeless photo that spans generations.
The All-Guest Group Photo
One big group photo with everyone. Ideally shot from an elevated position or with a drone.
The Wedding Party
A fun moment with the bridesmaids, groomsmen, and closest friends standing by the couple.
Childhood / College Friends
Group guests by friend circle for photos filled with shared history and memories.
Creative Group Poses That Stand Out
Go beyond traditional poses and have some fun. The most memorable group photos are often the ones where guests are genuinely enjoying themselves.
The group jump — everyone jumps at the same time
The tunnel shot — guests form an archway for the couple
The generation photo — kids, parents, and grandparents
A human heart shape photographed from above with a drone
The staged epic wedding photo (action-movie style)
A photo with each table during dinner
How to Organize Group Photos on Your Wedding Day
Organization is key. Set aside a dedicated 30- to 45-minute windowfor group photos, ideally between the ceremony and cocktail hour. Prepare a list of the groups you want and assign a "photo wrangler" to gather the right people.
For spontaneous group shots during the reception, use EventMemory photo challenges. Prompts like "Take a selfie with everyone at your table" or "Group photo with the newlyweds" naturally encourage fun, authentic group pictures.
Go Further: Turn Your Guests into Photographers
Some of the most meaningful group photos are not taken by the official photographer — they are captured by the guests themselves. With an automatic photo collection system, you can gather all of those images in one shared online gallery.