| There's a wedding and you need to get the best | | | | themselves. |
| possible shots out of every special moment - and | | | | Go into this session prepared. Pick out ideas of poses |
| believe me, there are many of those in a wedding. | | | | you want to do - and also keep in mind the next |
| Here's the things to remember to ensure this does | | | | rule, #3. You could look at specialty magazines or |
| happen and the couple will be happy with the end | | | | even general photography magazines to see |
| results. | | | | examples of couples in poses that look interesting. |
| 1. Focus mostly on the bride. Traditional values | | | | Take these ideas along with you to the session so |
| demand this - she is always #1. Before you're about | | | | you can try these out. |
| to take a photo, always, always check that she is | | | | 3. Mix it up and tell a story. Believe it or not, but |
| looking her best. If not, then take the short moment | | | | wedding photos can actually look amazing when |
| to fix the problem. She might be feeling | | | | they're done in a slightly unorthodox way. For |
| uncomfortable or the angle might not be the most | | | | example, in addition to all the absolutely required |
| flattering. Only shoot once she looks great. | | | | photos, such as the couple leaving in a limo, you could |
| Of course, you need to take photos of the groom in | | | | take photos where they are outside of their element. |
| action as well. Just remember - it's easy to overdo it, | | | | Some great examples I remember seeing are couples |
| so that's why you need to focus on the bride. | | | | standing in a bath tub, or the couple running together |
| 2. You don't need to take all the photos at the | | | | on the street, and so on. It's a great way to really |
| wedding itself. You can arrange a separate time to | | | | get photos that stand out and leave a lasting impact. |
| meet with the bride and groom either before or | | | | Now, take these ideas and make them yours. Work |
| after the ceremony. This way you create a space | | | | out how you can merge them into your routines and |
| where the couple is not under huge pressure as they | | | | plans, and really experiment with them. It takes lots |
| are on the big day, and they can feel relaxed and | | | | of practice to get good at this, but that's what |
| open. You will find you can put more thought into | | | | required for becoming a great, not good |
| your photos, and the results will speak for | | | | photographer - practice. |