Confetti photos? Total gold. They’re the kind of wild, joy-packed, frame-it-forever moments that scream we just got married! But as carefree as they look, there’s a bit of behind-the-scenes magic that makes them actually work.
Bonus? It’s also a sneaky way to get a full group photo of your wedding guests — no awkward posing, no trying not to blink, no trying to wrangle Great Aunt Sue into place. Just natural smiles, colour, and pure celebration.
If you’re dreaming of that slow-motion, petal-showered walk of glory, here’s how to pull it off…
1. Pick Confetti That Actually Works (and Looks Good in Photos)
Not all confetti is created equal. If you want that dreamy, floaty effect that gives your photographer time to capture every moment, go for larger, biodegradable paper petals. They fall slower, show up beautifully on camera, and don’t leave a plastic mess behind.
My go-to? Flutter Darlings. They make eco-friendly, camera-friendly confetti in gorgeous colours that flutter (obviously) like a dream. Plus, your venue will thank you. They even offer matching canons which can be used to create that absolute snowstorm of colour if you wanna go big!
2. Check the Rules Before You Chuck
Before you get too excited and bulk-order the rainbow mix, check with your venue. Some venues only allow confetti in specific spots. Others have a strict biodegradable-only policy. And yes, some are full-on no confetti, ever. (Boo.)
If confetti’s a no-go, don’t panic — bubbles and streamers are great alternatives. Bubbles photograph beautifully (especially in golden hour light). Streamers work too, but someone will need to take responsibility for picking them up afterwards — so assign that role clearly, or risk finding them in a hedge 3 months later. Just like confetti though more is more so whatever you use get lots!
3. Hide, Then Make Your Big Entrance
Here’s where the magic happens — but also where some coordination comes in.
Right after the ceremony, you’ll need to disappear for a few minutes while your guests are directed outside. Then, they’ll be arranged in a flying V formation (yes, like a team of celebratory geese) ready to shower you in love, petals, and hopefully squeals of joy.
To pull this off, you’ll need:
- Someone to direct your guests into position
- Someone to hand out confetti (and give a quick “throw it UP not AT them” speech).
- Someone to hide you until everyone else is ready.
- A member of venue staff or your wedding planner/coordinator can usually help — just check with them beforehand.
Once everyone’s in place, you make your big confetti-filled entrance. You walk through a tunnel of cheers and colour, I snap away, and BOOM — you’ve got the shot.
4. Let Your Photographer Do Their Thing
This is one of those moments where you just need to be in it. Don’t overthink it, take a slow wander through, remember to look at each other and don’t worry about where the confetti lands (yes, you might get it in your mouth — it’s all part of the experience).
Your photographer will be ready and waiting to capture the magic — just soak it all up, smile big, and celebrate the moment.
In Short: Confetti + Planning = Photo Gold
To recap:
- Use fluttery, biodegradable confetti (we love Flutter Darlings)
- Check what your venue allows
- Get someone to help direct the crowd and hand out confetti
- Hide briefly and make your entrance through a joyful flying V
- Let the moment be messy, beautiful and you
If you want help planning your perfect confetti moment — or someone to capture it in all its colourful glory — you know where to find me.
Non Traditional Wedding Photography 