Most photographers shoot in one or more of the three styles listed below. Choose one style, or mix it up to create a collection of prints that really captures who you are.

Photojournalism: This is not your mother's photo album! Here, the photographer moves through the wedding, capturing special moments as he finds them. You'll have a photo-essay of the wedding, not the traditional wedding photography package. This style is most likely to capture the spirit of the day, so even if you've gone a more traditional route, ask your photographer to take at least a few shots in this candid way.

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Traditional Photography: In this style, your photographer works solely from an established 'shot list' of images requested by the bride and groom. The list generally includes posed shots as well as candid images taken at pre-arranged events, such as the bride and groom dancing their first dance, feeding each other cake and making the mad dash to the getaway car.

Posed Pictures: It's just what it sounds like. Your photographer arranges members of the wedding party and guests for staged photos. Most likely, you'll be asked to stand in various groupings (such as the bride and her parents smiling for the camera), or in ways that seem spontaneous (the bride and groom stealing a private kiss in a corner). Chances are you'll want at least a few of these classic posed shots.

It's time to think about the folks you'd like to put in front of the camera. Simple, right? Not so fast. Last minute shot lists can cause scheduling nightmares and! even hurt feelings on the big day. So here's some advice on a few of the basics:

Children: Photograph any young children on your shot list early, before or immediately after the ceremony, if possible. Sure, your rascal ring bearer is adorable, but he's also four and could have a meltdown as the day goes on.

Elderly Family And Friends: You wouldn't dream of missing the opportunity to grab a special shot with your grandfather. Schedule these wonderful moments just before or shortly after the ceremony, so that your honored elder won't be standing around waiting. Arrange for a chair and an umbrella, if you will be posing outside in the hot sun. Be sure to keep non-staining food, like cheese and crackers, and bottled water readily available.

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Divorced Parents And Stepfamilies: The composition of family photographs can be a little sticky when one or both sets of parents have divorced. That doesn't mean that your wedding has to be a replay of Family Feud. Ask the parents about the arrangements they'd prefer, but let them know your wishes, too. Don't leave this until the last minute. Be sensitive about including stepfamily members (or not), and be sure that everyone involved knows what photographs will be taken.

Significant Others: Boyfriends, girlfriends and casual dates are not traditionally included in formal portraits. The decision to include life partners is entirely up to you. Be sensitive, though, and discuss your thoughts with everyone involved as early as possible.

Fiancés Of Family Members: Other people's fiancés may be included in some, but not all, formal family pictures. It's a sad fact that some engagements do fail, and you may find yourself with an album full of images featuring a person who was never an official member of the family.

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