Take your wedding photos to the next level by adding one of these tricks.

1. Color Bomb

Add a splash of color to your background with a color bomb.

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It’s even more dreamy at nighttime.

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2. Fog Machine

With the angle just right, some fog will make you look like you’re floating in the clouds.

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3. Color Overlay

Jazz up a plain backdrop with some color added in post-production.

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4. Light Tricks

Take advantage of the way the light hits the camera to create a one-of-a- kind image.

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5. Long Exposure

Capture the movement in the background with a long exposure as you and your new spouse stand still.

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6. Sparklers

Long exposure + sparklers = wedding magic.

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7. Double Exposure

Superimpose two images to give your photo an extra dreamy effect.

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Or layer in your flowers.

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8. Layered

Another cool layering trick helps you capture the anticipation leading up to your first look.

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9. White Out

Place the spotlight just on you by erasing everything else in the backdrop.

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10. Fire Balls

Have some fun with your bridal party!

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 Tell us: Are you including any special effects on your wedding photo wishlist?

—Kristen Klein