"If You're Mindful Even in Group Photos: A Collection of Ideas for Taking 'Socially Distanced' Group Pictures"

How to Take Group Photos Without Getting Too Close?

It is said that during the ongoing pandemic, it is challenging to hold a wedding ceremony as it normally would be...

In this new normal where various restrictions exist, one major issue is

<not being able to take group photos> due to the concern of crowding.

(Of course, some wedding venues do allow this, and often the decision to take photos or not is left to the couple.)

With everyone being busy, since so many guests have gathered, we'd really like to capture a photo with everyone, right...!

So in this article, we will introduce

“Ideas for taking group photos while maintaining social distance.”

If the concern is that group photos are a bit too crowded...

Let's think about how to take a group photo comfortably without getting too close to each person.*

Here are some overseas wedding photos that might look stylish or fun in this context!*

Idea for Taking Group Photos While Maintaining Social Distance ① Keep Distance

First, let's introduce a method of taking group photos by simply keeping distance. While stepping back to take the photo may make it difficult to capture everyone's faces clearly, maintaining a good distance should reassure your guests.

Sitting or facing different directions can make the photo look more stylish than just standing apart.

When there are many people, keeping distance both side-to-side and front-to-back is key. To compensate for not being able to see faces, it might be nice to hold signs with messages for the bride and groom.*

Standing apart from the bridesmaids is also a good idea.*

Having the ushers sit while only the groom stands can also look stylish.

Placing trees or decorative elements between people can help minimize the feeling of distance.

Idea for Taking Group Photos While Maintaining Social Distance ② Use Drones

Using a drone to take aerial photos is an effective idea for larger groups. It can evoke memories of aerial photos taken in elementary school and will likely add excitement to the photo-taking time.*

Surrounding the bride and groom,

and forming a heart shape is also a cute idea!♡

Make sure to get two shots: one from directly above and one from an angle above.♩

Idea for Taking Group Photos While Maintaining Social Distance ③ Use Stairs

If there are stairs in the chapel or reception venue, utilizing them can allow more people to fit in the photo.

In a chapel like this,

✅ The bride and groom at the altar

✅ Two people sitting on benches with distance in between

✅ 4-6 people on the second floor

This setup could allow for a group photo without being too close, where everyone’s face can be seen clearly.*

If there are outdoor stairs, spacing out by a step or two can also accommodate larger groups for a photo.♩

Idea for Taking Group Photos While Maintaining Social Distance ④ Others

For smaller groups, sitting while taking a group photo is a great option!♡

Using large cars, plants, or tables to create distance can also be beneficial.

If everyone strikes a pose, stylish photos can be taken while maintaining social distance.*

Group Photos While Maintaining Social Distance ♡

During these times.

While an option is to take photos by dividing into groups, if possible, we would like at least one photo with all the gathered guests, right?*

Let's take group photos while being mindful of social distance and our guests.*