- “The Pour Shot”
Idea: Capture a wine being poured into a glass mid-stream, with soft lighting and shallow depth of field to focus on the movement and color of the wine.
Tip: Use a darker background and hold the bottle slightly higher for drama.
- “Charcuterie Flat Lay”
Idea: Overhead shot of an elaborate cheese and charcuterie board, styled with grapes, honey, nuts, and garnishes.
Tip: Use natural light near a window and a rustic wood or slate surface for texture.
- “Guest Cheers”
Idea: A candid or posed shot of guests clinking glasses in a toast.
Tip: Frame hands and glasses only, with soft focus on smiling faces in the background.
- “Wine & Label Focus”
Idea: Feature a close-up of an interesting wine label with a blurred background showing the ambiance or tasting table.
Tip: Angle the bottle and glass with reflections from candles or string lights.
- “Mini Moment Shots”
Ideas:
- A hand placing brie on a cracker
- A drizzle of honey over cheese
- Someone sniffing or swirling their glass
- A wine glass resting on a tasting scorecard
Tip: Capture these in real-time for natural storytelling.
- “Before & After Boards”
Idea: Post a side-by-side of your cheese board at the start of the night and after the party.
Tip: This gives a fun, relatable arc and shows how much your guests enjoyed it.
- “Tasting Table Panorama”
Idea: A wide-angle or stitched panorama of the full tasting setup: boards, bottles, candles, glasses, decor.
Tip: Take from a slightly elevated angle and during golden hour or candlelight for atmosphere.
- “Label Your Wine” Wall
Idea: Have a backdrop where guests pose with their custom wine label or tasting notes card.
Tip: Add a chalkboard sign and use a Polaroid camera for printed keepsakes.
- “The Favor Shot”
Idea: Take a styled shot of the party favor bags, especially if they include custom items like wine charms or mini cheese knives.
Tip: Use linen, wood, or vineyard elements to style the background.
- “The Best Pairing” Guest Photo
Idea: Let each guest hold a card that reads “My favorite pairing was…” and capture them with their pick.
Tip: Provide mini slates or cards with chalk for customization.