They say that every bride gets that wedding glow that’s unmistakable. A loving couple joined in matrimony exudes a beautiful aura that isn’t difficult to capture in photographs.
We want to help our brides and grooms with their wedding photography to ensure their love and happiness reflects in each perfectly timed shot.
Let’s take a look at a few tips for the perfect wedding shots.
Work On Body Language
The secret to great couple’s shots is simple—be natural, loosen up and have fun! Don’t over think how you look or if your hand placement is correct.
Follow your photographer’s direction. Stand tall and arch your back. It will make you look confident and regal. Smile big and let your laughter showcase your exuberance and excitement for the big day.
Be in the moment, enjoy the photography session and laugh out loud. It’s ok to feel silly as you gaze into each other’s eyes for the perfect shot.
Schedule Your Portraits At Sunset
Don’t miss the chance of capturing bridal portraits at the Golden Hour. Make sure you capture enough couples shots with the setting sun in the background.
The soft and dewy natural light will be perfect for wonderful dreamy photos.
Pack A Touch-Up Kit
With tears of joy and hug after hug, your hair and makeup are bound to get disturbed. Make sure you pack a touch-up kit and ask your bridesmaid to carry it for you.
The most important tools need in our experience have been lipstick, blotting paper, eyeshadow, q-tips, waterproof eyeliner and mascara, blush-on, hairpins, and a toothbrush and hairspray to tame those flyaways.
Use Indoor and Outdoor Light
If you have an outdoor venue, strategically use shade and capture pictures with the sun behind you. A professional photographer will know how to take photos to avoid squinty eyes.
For indoor photography, maximize the use of natural light. Take pictures near the windows for a warm and colored glow. For added radiance, capture portraits near the flickering candles.
Capture The Ambiance
A wedding party doesn’t only include guests. The venue, church, hall, garden, plays a key role in giving an aesthetically pleasing vibe to your pictures.
Make sure your photographer takes pictures of the beautifully decorated venue, with the lavish floral arrangements and picture-perfect seating area. You will look back at the photos and truly appreciate the time and effort that went in adorning the aisle and setting the food and drinks bar.
Find The Perfect Photographer
Finding a talented and affordable photographer is no easy feat. Research has found that couples usually spend an average of 2,000 to 3,000 US dollars on their wedding photos.
If you can find someone who is willing to give you the full experience of photography, lighting, direction, teamwork, and aesthetics, hold onto them.
A wedding photographer should capture more than just pictures; they must have the flair of capturing every feeling and emotion in the room on film.
Make sure you to ask the photographer for their past work and look at wedding albums, which include behind the scenes, pre-wedding and post-wedding shots.
We are well-versed in the art of arranging photo shoots for your family and friends, to commemorate special occasions and to capture family moments.
Our photographers are based in Dallas and specialize in Dallas wedding photography, engagement photography and family portraits. Contact us to capture candid wedding moments with your family and friends.