When a photo is natural and authentic, it can make anyone look significantly better. You especially want to look photogenic on big occasions like your wedding day. Therefore, feeling comfortable in front of the camera and with your wedding photographer is essential to help you achieve this. Both you and your photographer want the picture to look fantastic. After all, it is a day that you will remember for the rest of your life. Your photographer is aware that you will be reliving your happy day through these photos. Both of you will have to work together as a team. Feeling comfortable with your photographer will help to produce quality pictures that capture the happiness of your big day.
Here are some ways to help you feel more at ease with your wedding photographer.
1. Have An Engagement Shoot
One of the best times for you and your wedding photographer to build a rapport and get to know each other is on an engagement shoot. Away from the stress and pressure of the actual wedding day, you can get amazing photographs taken in a more relaxed environment. With plenty of time to discuss what you want in your photographs, you can get a feel for whether or not this is the ideal photographer for you. Not only will you leave the session with beautiful-looking photos of you and your soon-to-be-spouse, but you’ll be able to see how the process works and become more comfortable knowing what to expect on your wedding day.
2. Look For Locations Together
When picking a location for your wedding, book an appointment with your photographer and ask them to come with you to scout different places. This is another great opportunity to build rapport and become comfortable with them. Ask them about their opinions on how a wedding at a particular location would look on the camera and inquire as to whether they have any particular ideas for a good photo opportunity. This will help you judge how creative and competent your photographer is. You are more likely to feel at ease with them once you see that they are professional and experienced in their field. Taking a photographer to scout locations also means that you can identify specific spots for taking photos on the big day. This will help you familiarise yourself with the location and become more comfortable.
3. Book Them For Another Family Event First
If your wedding is set to happen in a few months, you could take the opportunity of having spare time to try out your wedding photographer at a less significant event. Hire a photographer to a birthday party and see how they interact with the guests. When the party is finished, you can view their work and decide if you like their style. If you do like their work, great! You already know each other, and this will be helpful on the day of your wedding.
4. Have a Pre-wedding Photoshoot
The best way to guarantee perfect wedding photographs is to have a pre-wedding shoot. This is where you and your partner have your photographs taken at the location of your wedding ceremony but without the pressure of the real thing. This allows your photographer to direct you on how to pose and where to look in a calmer environment. You’ll also get the chance to rehearse what will happen on your special day. This should put you at ease with your wedding photographer as you’re used to how they work. It will also reduce the pressure that you feel on your wedding day as you’ll know that you already have some amazing pictures.
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Are you looking for a wedding photographer to capture your special day? Lee Hawley has many years of experience and prides himself on capturing creative, natural and stunning wedding photos. Get in touch with him today to see how he can help you.