I was recently asked by In With Skin Magazine to provide some tips, from a photographer’s perspective, for brides to ensure they have flawless photos that will last a lifetime. Check out this month’s special wedding issue which is chock full of ideas for your wedding.
Timing is everything:
When preparing your ceremony timeline, plan to have your portraits taken during the golden hour before sunset. This is the time of day when the light is softest, and everything is blanketed in a beautiful warm glow.
Let go:
Try not to stress out too much on your wedding day! This may seem obvious but the more relaxed and excited you are the better the pictures. Don’t sweat the small stuff. Your wedding is going to be amazing no matter what happens.
Add color:
Think of the bouquets and boutonniere as a splash of color in the pictures. I love it when couples have fun with their flowers.
Stay true:
Keep your hair and makeup true to your own style. You will want to look back at your photographs and see your most beautiful self not a stranger.
Look your best:
Get rest the night before the big day and make sure you are hydrated. The better you feel, the better you will look.
Be spontaneous:
Relax, be yourself and go with the flow. Some of my favorite photos are the ones that happen spontaneously. As a photographer, my goal is to be as unobtrusive as possible and to capture those moments that make your wedding special and unique.
Wedding guests tailgating in the parking lot at the Secret Garden.
Vanessa goes to check out the party in the parking lot.
Vanessa and Kelly’s grand entrance.
