Neat Ideas to Display Photos at a Wedding

Photos can be used effectively at any wedding reception.

People say that a picture is worth a thousand words, so what better way to engage and entertain wedding guests than by displaying photographs of the happy couple at the reception. Depending on the tone of the wedding and the reception locale, the display can be either informal or supremely elegant. The simplicity of digital photography and computer editing ensure that almost anyone can put together an attractive display, or the couple can opt to contract with professionals.

Slideshows

A slideshow of photos can loop continously throughout the reception.

Create and show slideshows in any number of imaginative ways at a wedding reception. Display the show on one very visible wall or strategically place multiple flat-screen monitors or digital picture frames around the venue. Further enhance the presentation with music relevant to the streaming images. Make copies for any interested parties.

Hanging Displays

A clothesline offers an affordable way to display photos.

Hang photos in various areas around the reception area, using either clothesline and clothespins or monofilament (fishing line). One advantage of a hanging display is that it encourages attendees to move around the room and interact with others.

Table Displays

Tables provide a great space for pictures of the happy couple.

Frame and place favorite photos or even a photo collage of the couple on each dining table in the reception area. Select images from various periods during the relationship or take posed photos to identify the various tables. MarthaStewartWeddings.com suggests, "Take photographs of the two of you holding signs with table numbers; you can use different poses for each number." Photo creations can be an alternative centerpiece.

Scrapbooks

Scrapbooks present a fun way to organize photos of the couple.

Compile scrapbooks with images documenting the bride and groom growing up, as well as their lives together and place them around the room. Consider allowing attendees to write comments on the scrapbook pages. Depending on the couple's budget, professional magazines are an additional option.

Wall Displays

Ribbon adds a chic touch to wall displays.

Drape a beautiful piece of fabric on one or more walls and hang a variety of images. Select fabric that will attract viewers and enhance the display. For a chic touch, use ribbon to adhere the pictures to the fabric. Displaying framed photos on easels is another idea to add elegance to the reception. Consider coordinating a collection of black-and-white images for a distinctive arrangement. Finally, hang poster-sized pictures of the couple on the wall and, as with scrapbooks, personalize them with guest comments.

Keepsakes

Make photo keepsakes for the guests.

Creating keepsakes using photos of the couple is as easy as uploading an image to any number of websites. Consider designing mugs, keychains, matchbooks or even mouse pads.

References

• WedAlert.com: 10 Tips for Creating a Great Slide Show or Video Montage
• Martha Stewart Weddings: Photo Table Number

Resources

• Wedding DNA: Wedding Reception Decoration Picture