Your wedding party isn’t just there to stand beside you while you say “I do” — they’re your hype crew, your emotional support team, and let’s be honest… probably the life of the party. So when it comes time for wedding party photos, why settle for stiff, formal poses when you can have some fun?

Here are five photo ideas to get your wedding party laughing, celebrating, and making memories you’ll want to frame forever:

1. The Champagne Pop

Few things scream “celebration” quite like popping a bottle of bubbly! Hand someone a bottle of champagne, shake it up, and let the magic happen. Whether it sprays in all directions or you get a perfectly graceful pour, the photos are guaranteed to be full of energy and laughter. Bonus points if the entire wedding party joins in for a group toast after!

2. The Walk (or Dance) Off

Line up your crew and have everyone strut their stuff toward the camera — think runway model meets hype squad. Want to take it up a notch? Crank up the music and let everyone break into their goofiest dance moves. The results are always golden, with everyone’s personalities shining through.

3. The “Surround and Hype” Moment

This one’s all about showing the couple some love! Have the wedding party circle around you two, cheering, clapping, and hyping you up like you just won a championship. The energy is infectious, and these shots always end up being some of the happiest, most genuine moments of the day.

4. The Surprise Attack

Feeling adventurous? Have your wedding party sneak up behind you for a surprise group hug or a playful tackle. It’s chaotic in the best way possible and always results in genuine laughter and some hilariously candid moments.

5. The Hype Song

This one is always a crowd favorite! Gather the whole wedding party around the couple, crank up a fun, sing- along song, and let everyone dance and belt out the lyrics.

It turns into a mini dance party with huge smiles, laughter, and the kind of energy that makes the photos come alive. The best part? No one is thinking about the camera — they’re just having the time of their lives, and it shows in every shot.

Bonus Idea: Let the Wedding Party Run the Show

After we get the must-have shots, I love handing over the creative reins to the wedding party for a few minutes. Whether they want to recreate a funny group photo from college, strike some dramatic “album cover” poses, or attempt a human pyramid (safety first, please), it’s always a highlight of the day.

Wedding party photos don’t have to be boring — in fact, they shouldn’t be! Your wedding is a celebration, and your photos should reflect that. So, whether you’re popping bottles or busting moves, I’m there to capture every spontaneous, joy-filled moment. Let’s make some magic!