When you are in love, you want everyone to know—especially your social media following. We are all in favour of the Instagram Display of Affection (IDA). It’s only fair that you agree to a pre-wedding photo shoot with your better half because your wedding is an acceptable justification to indulge in fantasies you wouldn’t otherwise.
Some would use the display as an excuse to travel to perfect honeymoon locations, while others would prefer to stay home and watch it all. Whom should we counsel if they’re unsure? Consider them more than just images for your new marriage apartment’s photo wall. You may simply utilise pictures from your pre-wedding session for the wedding website, the save-the-date cards, and even the official Instagram page. But first, go through our instructions list to prepare yourself before pouting and primping for the camera.
1.) Plan Ahead for your shoot
It makes the most sense to properly organise your shoot in the midst of your courtship period. The ideal time to take the photos would be three to four months before your wedding so you can simply utilise them in your wedding material.
2.) Select one photographer to capture all of the celebrations.
Try to use the same photographer from your wedding for the pre-wedding shoot as well. It will not only enhance your comfort level and help you get to know one another, but will also provide the photographer with a glimpse into your personalities as a couple. We assure you that this will be evident in your wedding day pictures as well.
3.) A Thorough research will take you far .
If you decide to choose a different photographer for your pre-wedding photos, do thorough research first. Create a list using suggestions from friends and family, but don’t skip the research part. Look at their prior work, check evaluations, schedule a meeting, and trust the vibe you get during your first meeting with them.
4.) Stay Authentic .
Don’t just follow the set pre-wedding photoshoot pattern. You don’t have to go crazy with props, venues, and costume changes just because others are doing it. Perhaps, you can have a more straightforward style and prefer casual photographs in your living room rather than a formal event that requires you to dress up in high heels and your finest evening attire. Be as true to yourself as possible in these photos, keeping in mind that you’ll look back on them in the future to recollect the memories of the most significant event in your life.
5.) Maintain your senses as a couple .
Be aware that multiple moods cannot be captured in a single photo shoot. A photoshoot cannot simultaneously be creative, bohemian, honest, or elegant. Choose one sensibility that speaks to you both as a pair and stay with it. Keep things casual and resist any corny impulses that you might regret in future.
6.) Avoid copying references .
Don’t get caught up in meticulously reproducing every detail of your Pinterest references. If you do have a clear concept, make sure the photographer is aware of it. However, it is essential to give your selected photographer some freedom to work his charm—this is the reason you hired them in the first place.
7.) Choose a memorable location .
Pick a place that holds special significance for you two. For example, you may pick your favourite rooftop bar or the park where you first met. You will feel most peaceful in a place that feels like home. In order to prevent any unpleasant last-minute surprises, exploration is essential. Try to combine your pre-wedding shoot with, a destination wedding you and your partner must attend if you don’t want to go to a different city or country just for that purpose. Collaborate with a reputable local professional snapper there.
8.) Timing is everything .
Be conscious of the time of day you are arranging the shoot; especially if you are shooting outside, the weather and natural sunshine are the most important things to be considered.
9.) Refrain from trying too many different looks .
Just be yourself. Even though it’s not a bad idea to spend a little more at the mall to get your wardrobe in order. Try to match up with your clothes’ colours. Save the photographer from the hassle of using Photoshop to remove all the wrinkles by steam ironing your outfits. Choose western outfits for the pre-wedding session as you will have a plethora of photographs in Indian attire at your wedding.
10.) Give a natural pose
Although your photographer is not expecting you to be #Virushka, neither do you. Even if you are more like Monica and Chandler than Virat and Anushka, just have fun and give a natural pose.
