Planning a sustainable wedding isn’t just a case of moral posturing; it’s a real opportunity
to make a positive impact on the planet, and even inspire others to do the same. And, for
eco-conscious couples, boosting the green credentials of their special day will be top
priority. From the food to the flowers, there are endless possibilities to make more eco-
friendly choices throughout the day to limit your celebration’s impact on the environment.
While it won’t necessarily affect your wedding’s carbon footprint, it can be fun to let your
green theme influence the photoshoot. And, with 10% of the average eco wedding’s
budget going on photography, you want to ensure you’re getting the most from your
money. Here are four photos you might want to take to document your special green day.
Count on Mother Nature
Nothing screams ‘green wedding’ quite like a beautiful outdoor setting. If your venue has a
garden or other outdoor space, don’t let it go to waste – take plenty of snaps out in Mother
Nature to ensure your wedding album perfectly reflects your theme.
Naturally, the opportunity for outdoor photography will be determined by weather
conditions on the day. But even if there is rain on your parade, you can work with the
elements to create some unique and truly spectacular snaps. A professional photographer
will be well versed in adapting their style to capture dramatic photos that showcase the
beauty of nature – whatever the weather.
Show off your blooms
Floral arrangements are a big component of any wedding day. For an eco-friendly
celebration, it’s important for these blooms to be local and seasonal, to reduce the
environmental impacts involved with growing and transporting the flowers.
While the florals will no doubt be enjoyed by all your guests on the day, you can make
these special arrangements last forever by incorporating them into your photos. Instruct
your photographer to capture snaps of the flowers around the venue, and bring a bloom in
with you for your photoshoot to add a special green touch to your wedding album.
Remember the small elements
A lot of effort goes into planning a sustainable celebration. Often, it’s the bigger things that
get the most attention, like your venue choice or wedding breakfast menu. However, every
little detail that contributes to creating a green wedding should be celebrated and remembered. Make sure you capture photos of your guests enjoying these little aspects;
from your sustainable wedding favours to the repurposed decor, every green substitute
you’ve made can add a special dimension to your photos.
Capture the confetti shower
The post-ceremony confetti shower is a salient moment in any wedding; however,
traditional plastic confetti can be detrimental to the environment, and pose a particular
threat to local wildlife. Instead, you could turn to eco-friendly alternatives like
biodegradable confetti or dried flower petals that are kinder to the planet without
compromising on the striking splash of colour this moment adds to your day. Not only do
pictures of the confetti shower perfectly capture the emotions of the ceremony, but it’s the
perfect way to showcase the eco commitment you’ve made on your special day.
