“You’ll never get a good photo of me, I hate having my photo taken!”
This is usually one of the first phrases I hear when I meet a new couple. It's totally normal to feel a bit wary of the camera—it happens to so many people! When you're planning your wedding, you obviously want amazing photos that capture those beautiful, real moments you'll treasure forever. So, how do you deal with feeling camera shy on your wedding day? Don't worry! I'm here to ease your worries and promise you that the RIGHT photographer will make you feel totally comfortable and at ease.
Tip #1 – Keep it REAL!
I want your wedding photos to be truly authentic and reflect who you are (as cliché as that may sound). On your big day, with all the emotions swirling around, I'm there to capture every moment in a genuine way. So, just be yourself. Embrace your unique essence—the very person who your partner fell head over heels for. Be true to you. Whether I'm photographing intimate portraits of you both, capturing family groups, or seizing those precious candid moments throughout the day, I'm searching for authenticity. Genuine smiles, hearty laughter (even with a few double chins), real kisses, and tears—those are the moments I aim to preserve.
Tip #2 - Move
If you're feeling awkward, it might come across in your photos—and that's something we definitely want to avoid! You might start overthinking how your expressions look or what to do with your hands, which can undermine your confidence on your special day.
When those feelings creep in, the solution is to keep moving! Take a walk, run, jump, dance, spin each other around, strike a silly pose—just keep active! This will help you loosen up, feel more comfortable and at ease, and take your mind off any awkwardness. The happiness and energy you exude will naturally shine through in your photos!
Tip #3 - Keep it natural
All wedding portraits have to be totally posed and awkward right? WRONG! We'll mix it up with both posed and candid photos. I'll guide you into some poses for certain shots and capture natural, spontaneous moments for others. he goal is to capture photos that are completely natural and reflect who you are. No forced poses or formalities—just spontaneity, affection, and a good laugh.
Bonus Tip! Choose a relaxed, creative Photographer (ahem… me?!)
So this is the big one… the most important tip… the key way to actually ENJOY having your photo taken on your wedding day. pick a photographer you trust, (hopefully that’s me!) and will work with you to make you feel at ease by creating relaxed natural images you’ll love. If you want to have a chat about your wedding photography, or an engagement shoot please feel free to give me a shout! I can’t wait to hear from you!