By Candice Harris Photography
Your wedding day is one of the most incredible days of your life – full of love, laughter, and little moments you’ll want to treasure forever. As a Coventry and Warwickshire wedding photographer, my goal is to capture your day as naturally and beautifully as possible, no matter who you are or how you’re celebrating.
One of the questions couples often ask me is:
“Do we really need a second photographer?”
The short answer? Not always… but it can be a game-changer.
In this blog, I’ll walk you through the benefits of having a second photographer and why, for many couples, it is worth considering.
1. Two Perspectives – Double the Memories
Your wedding day moves quickly, and there’s always so much happening at once. While I might be capturing your emotional walk down the aisle, a second photographer could be focusing on your partner’s reaction as you enter.
Having two professionals means we can cover multiple angles and candid moments simultaneously, giving you a richer, more complete gallery of memories to look back on.
2. Coverage of Both Morning Preparations
One of the most popular reasons couples add a second photographer is so we can capture both sets of preparations.
If you’re getting ready separately, I can stay with one partner, while my second photographer documents the other. That way, when you look back at your gallery, you’ll both get to experience the morning through each other’s eyes – the laughter, the excitement, the nerves, and those quiet, special moments before the ceremony.
3. More Candid Moments (Without Feeling Staged)
My style is all about natural and relaxed wedding photography – capturing the day exactly as it unfolds. A second photographer helps me do this even better.
While I’m focused on the key moments – your ceremony, confetti, or first dance – my second photographer can quietly capture the little details happening elsewhere:
- Happy tears during the speeches
- A parent’s proud smile
- Guests laughing together
- The tiniest flower girl twirling around the dance floor
It’s these in-between moments, often unnoticed, that make your gallery truly unique and personal.
4. Perfect for Larger Weddings
If you’re planning a bigger wedding with lots of guests, a second photographer ensures nothing is missed.
While I focus on you and your closest family, my second photographer can capture:
- Your guests mingling and enjoying the day
- The styling and décor details
- The lively dance floor later in the evening
It creates a beautifully balanced collection of images that tell your complete wedding story.
5. Peace of Mind on a Busy Day
Wedding timelines can move quickly, and sometimes events overlap. With a second photographer, we can be in two places at once – giving you peace of mind that nothing important will be missed.
It allows me to focus fully on creating the very best images, knowing my second photographer is covering other moments elsewhere.
Who I Choose as Your Second Photographer…
When you book a second photographer with me, you can rest assured you’re in safe hands. I only work with a small, trusted team of professional photographers who I’ve collaborated with many times before. These are people who understand my natural and relaxed photography style and share my approach of capturing authentic, storytelling moments rather than stiff, posed shots.
Because we’ve worked so closely together, we know how to move around each other seamlessly, ensuring nothing is missed while keeping your day calm, relaxed, and unobtrusive. I hand-pick the right person for each wedding, based on the vibe of your day, your venue, and the flow of your timeline — meaning you’ll have two photographers working in harmony to give you the very best coverage.
Do You Need a Second Photographer?
Every wedding is different, and whether you choose to add a second photographer depends on:
- The size of your wedding
- The timeline of your day
- How important it is to you to have multiple perspectives
When we chat about your plans, I’ll guide you through whether adding a second photographer would be beneficial for your day.
Final Thoughts
Your wedding photos aren’t just pictures – they’re the memories you’ll hold onto forever. Adding a second photographer can help tell your full story, capturing every laugh, every tear, and every little moment in between.
If you’d like to find out more about adding a second photographer to your Candice Harris Photography package, I’d love to chat!
📸 Get in touch today to secure your date and start planning the perfect coverage for your celebration.
These photos are from the stunning wedding of Pavlinka and Jake
Photographer: Candice Harris
Second Photographer: Gemma Pimm
Church: Ukrainian Catholic Church
Reception Venue: The Boathouse at Aston Marina
Wedding Dress: Caeli4You