Top Tips On How To Get The Best Confetti Photos
How do you take good confetti pictures?
If you are wanting to avoid some lack-lustre confetti photos then you’re in the right place! Before we start, we firstly need to make sure to follow these basic tips on how to take the perfect confetti shot for your wedding:
Use a fast shutter speed in camera and a wide aperture, I prefer to use a minimum of 1/250 fo shutter speed and f2 for aperture
Try to pick a more sheltered spot so the wind doesn’t immediately blow the confetti in the wrong direction
When there are a lot of people it’s best to position everyone in two lines either side, with the couple and photographer in the middle
Check if your venue has any restrictions, such as locations permitted for confetti throws and if it has to be biodegradable
Choose the correct confetti (more on this below!)
Check if you have to clear up afterwards or if the venue will take care of it
Of course there’s lots more to cover other than the basics, so here are all the answers to the questions I often get asked about all things confetti!
When should you do a confetti shot?
Straight after the ceremony is often the best time as all your guests are already gathered in one place. Most wedding days the guests will leave the ceremony with the bride and groom and everyone will gather where the drinks and canapés will be served, and this is the best time to do the confetti before people start disbursing! If after the ceremony isn’t possible then its best to choose another time throughout the day where you know most of the guests will be gathered together, so you don’t have to worry about finding everyone!
What is the best way to throw confetti?
Most guests will likely find throwing confetti straight at your face hilarious, but it ultimately it makes for unflattering photos! You want your guests to throw the confetti up into the air above you, not at you. This way the confetti falls nicely down and it doesn’t look like your guests are trying to punch you which is an added bonus! The best way to throw the confetti is in cones if possible instead of just your guests holding it in their hands. Using cones means much more confetti can be thrown at once and it looks a lot more graceful in camera!
What is the best Colour for confetti?
This will depend on the location you choose but generally speaking a light but colourful type such as whites, pinks or blues. Light neutral colours won’t clash with any wedding colour themes and they will also stand out better against darker backgrounds too. Of course if your wedding is full of funky colour themes don’t be afraid to go for a non-traditional confetti colour!
What makes good confetti?
The larger and lighter the better! Also the more colourful the confetti the more it will stand out too. When using petals though make sure they are dried and not fresh, otherwise they will be too heavy and immediately drop to the ground which isn’t ideal!
What are the rules for confetti?
The vast majority of venues won’t allow confetti unless it’s biodegradable now for obvious reasons. Some won’t even allow it at all so make sure to check this with your venue before the day. Biodegradable and eco-friendly is best, and make sure to check who is responsible for cleaning it up afterwards!
How much confetti do I need for 100 guests?
Generally speaking, (for normal confetti) it’s recommended a minimum of 5 litres per 50 people. But remember that if you have 100 or more guests, you may not have everyone throwing confetti, so don’t go too overboard!
What petals are best for confetti?
Delphinium petals or natural rose petals are recommended for natural confetti. If doing this yourself, you need to dry them first. You can do this by spreading the petals in a single layer over a tea towel to absorb moisture from the petals, and place in a warm and dry room for around 3-5 days. When using natural petals you will need a greater quantity of confetti, which is generally around 1 litre of dried petals per 5-6 big handfuls. So for 60 guests this would be between 10-12 litres.
What are some great alternatives to confetti?
Rice was always the tradition and some couples like to stick with this, but there are other awesome alternatives you can try if you are after something less traditional or if your venue doesn’t allow confetti. You can use leaves instead of flowers, or even lavender. Using bubbles is another great alternative, but make sure to get an actual bubble machine for this as simply blowing bubbles won’t cut it!
Did you know? The singular noun for confetti is confetto!
