Maine & NH Wedding Photographer // Being In The Moment On Your Wedding Day

As a wedding photographer, I’ve had the honor of capturing hundreds of weddings—each unique, emotional, and downright amazing. But if there’s one thing I’ve seen over and over again, it’s how quickly your wedding day flies by. I mean, blink, and suddenly you’re tossing the bouquet, cutting the cake, and dancing like no one’s watching. It’s wild how fast it all goes. That’s why I’m here to tell you something you need to hear: prioritize being in the moment on your wedding day.

Let’s be real. Weddings are a big deal. Months (sometimes years) of planning go into this one day. The guest list, the flowers, the dress, the food, the playlist… it’s a lot. It’s easy to get caught up in the “what’s next” mentality, constantly wondering if the timeline’s on track or trying to micromanage the ceremony set up. But here’s the thing: all of those details will fade. What’ll stick with you are the moments—those raw, beautiful, unfiltered moments—if you let yourself actually live them.

For the love of god, put the phone down. Seriously. I know the urge to snap a selfie with your BFF in your wedding glam is strong, but trust me on this: you don’t need it. That’s what I’m here for. I’ll capture the perfectly messy champagne toast, the teary-eyed vows, and the way your partner looks at you like you’re the only person in the world. Your phone can’t do that—and honestly, it’ll just distract you from experiencing those moments in real-time.

Lose the watch. The timeline? That’s my job, your planner’s job, and your vendor team’s job. You’ve hired professionals who know what they’re doing. We’ve got you covered. You don’t need to stress about when the cake is being cut or if it’s time for your first dance. We’ll give you the nudge when it’s go-time. Your only job? Be present. Hold hands with your partner, soak in the way the sunlight hits your dress, and savor the sound of your loved ones cheering for you.

Let it be a blur… but the good kind. The thing about wedding days is that they’re this gorgeous whirlwind of love, laughter, and happy tears. And yeah, it might feel like it’s over in a snap, but the best way to hold onto it isn’t by worrying about how the day is going. It’s by truly being in the moment. When you’re fully present, those moments become vivid memories: the way your partner’s voice shook during the vows, your dad’s proud smile, and the epic dance-off your cousin started at the reception. You’ll feel it all, and that’s what makes it unforgettable.

So, here’s my advice: Trust your vendors. Let go of the timeline. Hand your phone to your maid of honor. Don’t wear a watch. And just… breathe. Look around. Listen. Feel. This is your day, and it’s going to be perfect because it’s yours.

When you focus on being in the moment, you’re giving yourself the greatest wedding gift of all: memories that feel as vibrant and alive years from now as they do on that day. And don’t worry—I’ll be there, camera in hand, to make sure the moments you do miss are preserved forever.

Now go out there and soak it all in—it’s going to be epic.