Beautiful photographs are what will remind you of your wedding for many, many years to come. This is a joint work of the photographer, assistant, groom and bride. Everyone is interested in a good result.
Below are some tips to make your wedding photo session as comfortable, interesting and unique as possible so that you get a variety of beautiful photos for your wedding album or book.
General tips when shooting
1. Smile, smile and smile again!
Get ready for the ENTIRE (!) day you will be the center of attention not only of your loved ones and friends, but also of camera lenses. The more natural, relaxed and lively your smiles are, the better. Sincere smiles suit everyone! If you wish, practice at home in front of the mirror some time before your wedding day.
2. Improvise and feel free and relaxed.
Try to behave naturally and at ease.
3. During the day, try not to slouch.
4. When you kiss, try to close your eyes - in photographs such a kiss looks more romantic, filled with tenderness and love.
5. Try to free yourself as much as possible on this day from organizational work. Involve witnesses, parents or friends. Don't solve problems over the phone. Better yet, turn them off! Today is your day! And this is only your time for a photo shoot! Unfortunately, there won't be another one. Every minute is important as an opportunity to take a beautiful and interesting shot.
Suspender belts and garters – sensual wedding accessories
There is perhaps no other wardrobe item that intrigues as much and arouses such exciting interest as stockings. Many people consider legs to be the most beautiful part of a woman's body, especially if smooth or lace fabric covers these legs. Therefore, white stockings are almost a mandatory attribute of a wedding dress.
For greater comfort, pay attention to an equally seductive accessory - a wedding garter belt. There are a huge number of models to choose from: from simple ones made of smooth fabric to elegant lace ones.
For the perfect bridal look, it is better to choose a white garter belt in a boudoir style: made of thin lace, with embroidery or beads. It will be an ideal pair not only for snow-white stockings, but also for a set of underwear.
If we talk about the perfect lingerie for such a special day, we cannot forget about the wedding garter. This is an indispensable attribute of wedding customs. In addition, a wedding garter for the bride will allow the newlywed to appear before her husband in all her splendor.
Wedding accessories make it possible to create a romantic image, symbolizing purity and tenderness. On your most important day, these details will make you even more beautiful!
Photographing the preparation of the bride and groom
The shooting takes place in the place where the bride and groom are getting ready: it can be a salon, a hotel or an apartment.
1. Since the space for shooting is limited, try to make it as spacious as possible: remove unnecessary, conspicuous objects that are not related to the celebration. If it is not possible to prepare the entire apartment for shooting, then you can limit yourself to one room.
2. Try to avoid fuss. To do this, decide in advance who is doing what: who prepares the ransom, who helps you put on your dress and jewelry, who dresses up the cars, etc.
3. The emphasis of this type of photography is all kinds of wedding little things and details: from the bride’s shoes to the decorations of her hair (the groom has a tie, cufflinks, boutonniere, etc.).
How are preparations going for someone else's wedding?
As you can see, it is not at all easy to be a bride and groom before the wedding. It’s much easier for guests, who only need to show up on time, express their support for the newlyweds, present gifts and enjoy the evening. If you are invited to a wedding, then it makes sense to prepare for it a week in advance.
In this case, you will have time to take care of your suit and make an appointment with the hairdresser. And, of course, don’t forget to buy gifts for the newlyweds. In this case, it is better to choose exactly those things or kitchen utensils that will be useful to the young spouses in the future. If you don’t know what to give, it’s best to buy a beautiful envelope, put money in it and prepare beautiful words with which you will solemnly present the envelope to the couple.
Photography during the wedding ceremony
1. The main thing is not to rush. Try to do everything slowly, this will allow the photographer to take as many pictures as possible in order to select the best ones later. Don't turn away from the photographer.
2. When entering the ceremonial registration hall (meaning the registry office or the place of on-site registration), smile and try to look at each other or straight ahead (and not to the sides, and not at the ceiling). A tip for brides is to hold the dress to avoid tripping over the hem.
3. When signing your marriage certificate, do not lean too low on the table or cabinet. When your significant other signs, don’t forget that you are also in the frame. Smile as you watch your other half sign.
4. When putting on your wedding rings, turn your hands towards the photographer. If the wedding ring suddenly gets tighter, don’t pay attention to it - smile and continue to put the ring on.
What poses are best not to use?
To avoid taking bad shots, avoid the following poses:
- in the style of “the wife holds her husband in the palm of her hand” - this is the last century, such photographs will not surprise anyone for a long time;
- with a too revealing neckline when the bride bends over;
- overly passionate, outspoken.
Shots in which the bride does not behave elegantly, but on the contrary, shows fatigue, also look inappropriate. If you want to relax, take off your shoes and sit down to rest, it is better to take a break at this time and continue the photo shoot later.
Staged photo shoot at a wedding walk
Staged photography is a joint effort between the photographer and the newlyweds. It is necessary to allocate at least 2-3 hours for a full-fledged shooting (excluding time for movement, boarding and disembarking, traffic jams, etc.).
Here are some tips to make your staged outdoor photo shoot a success:
1. During your photo shoot, it is important to keep your guests occupied with something: a buffet table, competitions, etc. Warn your friends that you will be away from time to time. If you think about the leisure time of your guests in advance, you will be calm, and your guests will not feel abandoned while watching your photo shoot from the sidelines.
2. Of course, all guests will want to take pictures with you. It is better to set aside a specific time and place for this. The rest of the time, guests will have fun and admire the beautiful newlyweds.
3. Be sure to plan your walking route. We recommend not to chase quantity, but to limit yourself to 2-3 places, not far from each other. In this case, the opportunity to make a large number of successful shots increases significantly. As a rule, the route is discussed with the photographer in advance (if necessary, on the eve of the wedding, the newlyweds and the photographer visit the places of the planned photo shoot together).
4. In case of bad weather (rain, strong wind), you need to have several places for shooting under the roof. You can also bring a few umbrellas for you and your guests.
5. If your wedding takes place in winter, you need to take care of warm clothes and shoes in advance. It is also necessary to warn guests about the outdoor walk so that they prepare for the weather conditions. It is better to move the main part of the shooting indoors: museums, cafes, shopping centers and other places with an interesting interior.
Thematic
Group photos on the second wedding day, see the material “Seven Bridges Rite” for more details
We hang a love lock on the Luzhkovsky Bridge to the explosion of firecrackers with shiny hearts:
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Groom with friends in lilac shirts and ties:
Group staged photograph of the newlyweds with friends in a golden wheat field:
Photo session during a wedding banquet in a tent:
Guests in lilac near the exit registration arch:
Photography at the banquet
The wedding photographer conducts reportage photography during the main part of the banquet. During congratulations, the photographer will photograph your guests (portrait photography), and during dance breaks there is an opportunity to take photos with those guests who were not there for the walk. In this case, be sure to notify the host of your celebration. A small photo session can be held indoors or in the surrounding area. You can also leave the banquet with your partner for 10-20 minutes together with your photographer, but we do not recommend disappearing for a long time. Agree that fun without a bride and groom is not the same. Discuss all the nuances with the photographer and presenter in advance.
When you throw the bouquet (bride) and garter (groom), be sure to warn the photographer - he may be busy at that moment with your guests or, for example, changing a battery or flash drive. Just make sure once again that the photographer is nearby so that such a unique moment is not done in a hurry.
Photos with friends
Idea for a photo shoot of the bride with her bridesmaids in identical dresses:
The bride with her bridesmaids in the mirror hall of the Griboyedovsky registry office:
All in couples, newlyweds and friends with their significant other on the green lawn of the Neskuchny Garden:
A serious male company, arms crossed on the chest, almost everyone is wearing blue bowties:
Photos with signs in the form of cheerful emoticons:
Tips for the bride
1. Don't skimp on your hair and makeup on this unique day. We recommend using the services of professionals. Makeup and hairstyle should last until late in the evening in perfect condition.
2. Avoid shiny makeup (mother of pearl, sparkles, etc.). It is not compatible with photography. This also applies to hairspray. In photographs, such sparkles will appear as white dots, simply amazingly imitating dandruff scattered over the shoulders and hair.
3. Bride's handbag. Be sure to bring dry wipes and powder (matte!) to eliminate shine during the day. Also bring lipstick or lip gloss to refresh your makeup periodically.
4. It is better to carry out all cosmetic procedures a few days before the wedding, and not on the eve of the celebration. Be sure to use proven products to avoid possible irritation and allergies. Consult with your hair and makeup artist, they can also give you helpful tips on how to best prepare for your wedding. Don't get carried away with solariums or self-tanning. Remember that next to you the groom may look paler than he really is.
5. Think carefully about your wedding shoes. If you like high heels, it's best to bring spare ones with a lower heel or without one. 6. If you or your fiancé wear glasses, we recommend choosing thin lenses without any additional coatings for wedding photographs to avoid glare/darkening. If you wear glasses with thick lenses, try to avoid them as much as possible while shooting. It is best to replace them with contact lenses or remove them for the duration of the photo shoot. No matter how beautiful they are, thick lenses of glasses introduce distortions into facial features.
Makeup
For a wedding photo shoot, I recommend doing daytime makeup. It should not be contrasting and matte. Avoid wearing bright blush on your cheeks. They only look good in artificial light, and only when the face is pointed directly at the camera. As soon as you turn your head a little to the side, your rosy cheeks will not look as beautiful as intended. In addition, in daylight, bright blush looks funny, like a nesting doll. Make your facial skin matte so that it does not shine under the light of flashes and lamps. But, avoid using too much foundation because your face will look like a mask.
Advice for the groom
1. Choose clothes, shoes and accessories together with the bride so that the color of your suit and shirt matches the color of the bride’s dress. And in the photographs you will look harmonious and elegant. If the wedding day is expected to be hot, take a spare shirt with you: change before the banquet and you will feel comfortable the whole evening. If the wedding is taking place in winter, seriously think about a warm T-shirt, vest or thin sweater.
2. On the eve of the celebration, go to bed early. You should look rested and fresh, because you have a long and interesting day ahead of you.
3. Let the pockets of your trousers and jacket be free, do not fill them with bulky items. It doesn't look good in wedding photos. Everything you need can be given to the witness or put in the bride’s purse - purse, mobile phone, cigarettes, etc.
4. Many men think that they don’t need a manicure. However, do not forget that the hands of the newlyweds are the main “characters” of many photographs (when, for example, you sign, put on rings, etc.). And against the background of the bride’s beautiful manicure, yours will look at least not advantageous. Let your wedding photos make you happy, and not make you feel awkward because your wedding manicure was not thought out. It won't hurt to think about hair styling. Don't forget, this is an important day.
5. And of course, don't forget about the bride. In a wedding dress and high heels, it is not always easy for her to move; her hands are busy with a bouquet, handbag and dress. Try to be as attentive as possible, open doors, offer your hand. We wish you a happy wedding, a pleasant photo shoot and beautiful pictures!
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Position of the newlyweds' hands
Newlyweds usually want to show off their wedding rings with an unusual placement of their hands. Try different options; shots in which hands are intertwined look very gentle and romantic. In addition, this position is considered symbolic. Many people like the following options:
- on a wedding bouquet;
- on the railings or handrails near the stairs (exiting the registry office);
- the bride’s palm is directed upward, there are rings on it, and the groom’s palm is under it;
- on pigeons;
- one hand of the bride in the hands of her husband.
Light touches look sensual when the groom holds the bride by the fingertips. Remember that if the chosen position looks unnatural, then it is better to abandon it.
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