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Ensure the submission captures the day from start to finish. We want the photos to genuinely showcase the couple's wedding story.
See further detailsExample photos to include: engagement rings, invitations, attire, accessories, hairstyles, makeup, venue, getting ready, first look (if applicable), processional, vows, first kiss, recessional, portraits, cocktail hour, flower arrangements, reception decor, grand entrance, first dance, dinner, speeches, cake cutting, grand exit
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Photography style must be professional and high quality.
See further details- Natural light is preferred
- Minimal flash photos
- Minimal filtering or post-processing
- No special effects (i.e. fisheye lens, unrealistic Photoshop additions, etc.)
- Any edits must look natural and not plainly obvious to the viewer
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The wedding should have authentic, candid moments that capture real emotions.
See further detailsFirst look, ceremony, recessional, wedding party fun, first dance, cake cutting, etc.
Couple Submissions
What We Need:
- • At least seven (7) images
- Specific images required:
- - Photos of the venue
- - Photos of the couple/wedding attire
- • A brief write-up and description of your wedding day, including specific details such as personalized elements, traditions, special moments, etc.
- • An abundance of detail shots, ideally 50% of the submission
- • High-resolution, professional quality images (1800 pixels)
- • Photos of the couple, both candid and posed (i.e. formal portraits)
- • Photos of the wedding party
What We Cannot Accept:
- • Photos with watermarks, logos, or text overlays
- • Collages or blog-style edits that are canvassed together (this includes border presets)
- • Blurry, low-resolution images
Photographer / Videographer Submissions
The photographer must have a validated account with WeddingWire.
What We Need:
- • A minimum of ten (10) images
- Specific images required:
- - Four (4) photos of the venue
- - Four (4) photos of the couple/wedding attire
- • An abundance of detail shots, ideally 50% of the submission
- • High-resolution/print quality images (1800 pixels)
- • Photos of the couple, both candid and posed (i.e. formal portraits)
- • Photos of the wedding party
What We Cannot Accept:
- • Photos with watermarks, logos, or text overlays
- • Collages or blog-style edits that are canvassed together (this includes border presets)
- • Blurry, low-resolution images
Photo Usage Disclaimer
All photos submitted for a Real Wedding follow WeddingWire's Terms of Conditions, Section 12. Our editorial and social teams may choose to use these images across our channels, with appropriate credit provided.
We review every wedding that is submitted. WeddingWire reserves the right to not accept your Real Wedding submission. Each wedding that is submitted and approved appears on both the vendor storefront, and the Real Weddings inspiration page. In order to maintain a consistent user experience for our couples, we will not accept weddings that don't meet the above requirements.
FAQS
Who can submit Real Weddings for publication on WeddingWire?
Photographers and videographers can submit content for consideration through the 'Real Weddings' section of their account and tag other vendors who took part in the wedding. Married couples also have the ability to submit their photos and videos for consideration through the 'My Weddings' section of their account or the Real Weddings gallery on WeddingWire. All Real Weddings submissions are reviewed to ensure content meets our quality standards and requirements.
Can I submit Real Weddings if I'm not a photographer, videographer or couple?
Where does published Real Weddings content appear on WeddingWire?
Once a Real Wedding is reviewed and validated by WeddingWire's content team, published work will be featured in the Real Weddings gallery and on the Storefront of all tagged vendors.
How will I know if my Real Weddings submission(s) have been published?
Due to the volume of submissions received on an ongoing basis, the review of each Real Wedding can take up to two weeks. Once your submission has been reviewed to ensure it meets the WeddingWire quality standards and requirements, you'll receive an email letting you know if your content was approved or not a fit for publication.
Why wasn't my Real Wedding approved for publication?
Real Weddings content must capture the wedding day from start to finish and represent the couple’s story in a cohesive way, including details and portrait shots. Each Real Weddings submission is evaluated to ensure it meets the WeddingWire quality standards and requirements, including but not limited to:
- • Professionally produced, high-resolution content
- • At least 10 photos, including four photos of the venue and four photos of the wedding attire
- • Free of watermarks and logos
- • No collaged or bordered images
- • Videos no larger than 1 GB
- • New, original content not previously submitted for consideration
In order to maintain a consistent user experience for our couples, WeddingWire will not approve Real Weddings submissions that do not meet these standards or requirements.
How do I remove published Real Weddings from appearing on my Storefront?
Photographers and videographers can remove Real Weddings from their Storefront by sending an email to support@weddingwire.com and including their business name, name of the couple, and a link to the Real Wedding. Please note, this will also remove the Real Wedding from the WeddingWire Real Weddings gallery. All other vendors (florists, caterers, etc.) have the ability to hide individual Real Weddings from their Storefront within the 'Real Weddings' section of their account.
If you were improperly tagged in a Real Wedding, please email support@weddingwire.com and include your business name, name of the couple, and a link to the Real Wedding, so we can untag you and remove the Real Wedding from your Storefront.