How to Get the Perfect Confetti Photo

8 Tips on How to Get the Perfect Confetti Photo at Your London Wedding

The confetti moment at your wedding is all about joy and celebration - and that's worth photographing properly. This is a great moment for your photographer (hopefully that's me!) to focus not only on the grand exit but also on the candid moments before and after. It’s always such fun with great anticipation and a lovely colourful payoff for the whole wedding party, but how can you get the perfect photograph? Technically it can be tricky to maintain focus which the couple moving and confetti flying in front of the camera lens but that's for me to worry about. There are 8 things you can do to help make a bit of confetti magic.

1. Choose the Right Confetti (avoid Dried Petals)

Select confetti that complements your wedding colour palette and adds a vibrant touch to your photos. Dried flower petals are of course good for the environment but I have to say it, paper looks so much better! It's more colourful, it floats down rather than falls and is easier to brush off your hair and clothes. Some of the dried flowers have a large amount of crumbled dust in the bags and you might find yourself trying to pick tiny pieces out of your hair for the rest of the day!

I'd recommend biodegradable paper, something like this from Confetti Bee (I love their biodegradable paper). You can see lots of colours so just pick your favourite that compliments your wedding theme.

2. Coordinate with Your Photographer

Discuss your confetti exit plans with your photographer (hopefully, that's me!) well in advance. Communication is key to ensure they are prepared and can advise on the best lighting and angles for the perfect shot.

3. Consider Timing

If it’s possible (and I know this is a long shot) try to plan your confetti exit during the golden hour (an hour before sunset) for soft, warm lighting. This natural light creates a romantic atmosphere and enhances the overall quality of your photographs. Hard light around midday is never as flattering.

4. Get Plenty of Confetti

Don't be stingy with the confetti. How much should you buy? As a rough guide, 10–15 grams per person – so for 20 people, that’s 200 to 300 grams total.

Here’s a rough breakdown:

• 10g per person is enough for a good handful (or two smaller tosses).

• 15g per person gives you that really full, satisfying toss — great for dramatic photos.

Guess which one I prefer? I would rather you have more confetti than less. It’s not expensive and it’s not a big deal if you have some left over. Better for everyone to have a generous handful than wish you had bought more. 

Also you can save time on the day by ordering confetti in individual bags or envelopes which can be places on chairs before the ceremony or quickly passed out right afterwards. I think this is much better for busy town hall weddings.

5. Encourage Guests to Participate

Request that your guests actively engage in the confetti moment. A lively and enthusiastic crowd adds energy to the photographs. Make sure guests know when and how to throw confetti for the best visual impact.

6. Let your photographer clear a path

This is a moment when you can really lean on me, your photographer, to take control. I will corral the guests into two equal lines, make sure your path is wide enough, make sure everyone has plenty of confetti and that the kids are not blocking the path. This last point is important, as I'll be walking backward as they take the shots - a misplaced child could create an unexpected trip hazard!

7. Choose the Right Location

Often you won’t have much choice where you can do the confetti exit, but if you can, pick a location with a nice backdrop that complements the confetti colours. Whether it's a picturesque garden, rustic barn, or urban cityscape, the right setting enhances the overall aesthetic of your confetti exit photographs.

8. Relax and Enjoy the Moment

Lastly, walk slowly and embrace the joy of the moment. Forget about the camera and immerse yourself in the celebration. The photos look best if you are not looking at me, so allow yourselves to be fully present and enjoy the moment. Take your time and walk at half your normal speed to give everyone more chances to throw their confetti and for me to photograph it all

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