Setting the Stage
The flowers have been carefully selected, the dress is absolutely perfect and the invitations have all been mailed. With so many key details to manage on such a monumental day, wedding planning is not a task to be taken lightly. Why not create the wedding experience of your dreams with photos and video of the couple’s journey up to this point?
Everyone rejoices when they see people in love, and a photo or video montage can help put your guests in the mood for romance and celebration. You can assist your out-of-town guests to feel welcome and included by showcasing highlights from the bridal couple’s lives. Distant relatives will feel a sense of connectedness as they get to know the happy couple through a photo slide show or video highlights. This kind of unique wedding reception display personalizes this special occasion for you and your guests, and lets everyone share in the magic of your love.
Slide Show Themes
Whether or not you choose a theme for your slide show is completely up to you, but selecting a theme can assist you in assembling the montage. For example, one common theme is “Through the Years,” which begins with baby photos of the bride and groom, progressing through time and culminating with the courtship. Possible song choices include Kenny Rogers’ “Through the Years,” as well as “Remember When” by Alan Jackson and “Let Them Be Little” by Billy Dean.
If you prefer a more romantic and sentimental approach, consider starting with early photos of the bride and groom together, and continue with sweet candid images or video of the happy couple together. You might consider background music such as “Can’t Help Falling in Love” by Elvis Presley, Van Morrison’s “Have I Told You Lately,” or Joshua Kadison’s “Beautiful in My Eyes.”
A more modern approach may involve photos that include friends and family members, pictures from parties, funny images (think Halloween costumes or slightly embarrassing moments) and upbeat music like Queen’s “You’re My Best Friend,” “This Is the Time” by Billy Joel, “What I Like About You” by the Romantics, or more modern songs like the Black Eyed Peas’ “Let’s Get It Started in Here.”
Whatever theme you choose, remember to keep your audience in mind, and choose images and/or video that your wedding guests will appreciate and enjoy (keep “inside jokes” to a minimum) and try to keep the entire slideshow to 10-15 minutes or less. Remember, you don’t have to use an entire song – you can use partial songs to keep the montage moving. Most of all, have fun with it!
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