Backyard Wedding Planning Points To Consider

 Wedding outfit? Check. Guestlist? Check. Venue? Umm… Yes, exactly nothing is finalized for that. But don’t worry, this article is just for you who haven’t selected the venue for your wedding yet. Imagine a beautiful place to have your family and friends along with your pet, without spending a lot of money does sound quite perfect! No stress and everything is in control! Backyard wedding has gained quite popularity especially since celebrities have started to adopt this idea. Of course, for them, it is not about saving money specifically but also about having a low-key and private wedding with their selected guest list. Especially if it’s an Indian wedding then for sure, you should plan on time as there would be many people up showing up to the wedding. 

It is not just about having decorations done in your backyard, there are many things to be considered by the couple and family to have a proper ceremonial atmosphere set in the backyard. P.S.: ask the Indian wedding photographer to do it behind the scenes as well! 

Below mentioned are some of the major points that you must read before planning the whole backyard wedding:

• Ceremony 

The selection of the place where the ceremony has to take place plays a significant role in arranging the whole thing. It’s not about how big or small your backyard is, you'll want to be careful about where you set up the ceremony. Large trees make the perfect background and protect you from the sun's harsh rays. If you want the house to be the focus of the ceremony, you could have yourself, your fiancé, and the officiant stands on the back porch while all of your guests face you on the lawn. 

It is important to consider if you’re planning to get married in summer, you'll want to keep your guests' chairs out of the sun before the ceremony or, better yet, choose a spot with shade. Also, arrangements for fans, chairs and many other things, etc,. Whereas, in the fall or winter, you might want to hold the ceremony somewhere with no shade so that you and your guests can enjoy the sun's warmth. 

• Reception:

Tents are a great way to set up a reception area in a backyard and make it easy to plan the space. At first, you Before you rent a tent, talk to your wedding planner about how many tables, food and drink stations, and how big a dance floor you need. You don't want to have too many people in the room, and you want your guests to have enough room to dance, even if that means moving tables and chairs at certain times of the day. 

As the reception will also have food and drinks, your caterer and bartender should check out the space so they can tell you what extra equipment they'll need and how much space they'll need. If your kitchen isn't big enough, you might need to set up another place to prepare food, which is something you'll need to plan for. 

• How to Choose Your Colors 

These days pastel colors and warm shades are highly in trend. One of the best things about having a wedding outside is that you can pick any color combination you want. You don't have to stick to a venue's style, colors, or decor. If you like a natural look, take your colors from the grass, trees, and flowerbeds in your backyard. 

If your backyard has unique architectural features, choose colors that match and draw attention to those features. 

• Setting up your party 

We've already talked about how a tent is a great way to set up an area for a reception. It gives you a way to hang lights or large flower arrangements, and it adds texture and depth while giving your tables, dance floor, and serving stations clear boundaries. But a tent is not your only option. Dine under the stars for a romantic experience that can't be found anywhere else. Especially if you’re living in Los Angeles and opt for this idea then your professional Indian wedding photographer Los Angeles is here to capture the best moments pictures and videos of your wedding day!

Outdoor weddings are a great budget-friendly plus low-key marriage idea which is quite brilliant however,  the only risk is the weather change. It is important to keep in mind while preparing for the wedding that the arrangement should be done in such a way that people are stuck to staying outside instead of rushing back inside. Amidst all other preparations, do not forget to book a professional Indian wedding photographer.

When professionalism kicks in the whole scenario changes and there is definitely no doubt about that, which is why you should consider Shan Photography to cover the whole wedding and give you an album full of happiness, new beginnings, and memories to cherish for life. We at Shan Photography have around 20 years of experience in this field which is why we are known for our work across the states. 

Feel free to contact us, we would love to hear from you!