Given that your wedding is such an emotional and happy experience, you're definitely going to want to document it. But if standing in front of a camera sounds like your worst nightmare, taking pictures can cause uneasiness. To help with this, we will give you the best tips if you're camera shy.
1. Wear Something You Feel Good In
For engagement pictures, it's best to wear something that you're comfortable in and that you feel great in. "The better you feel, the better you look in photos." This is why wedding pictures are usually so successful: because people feel great in their wedding outfits—and it comes across in their photos. Make sure you pick an outfit that makes you feel confident, and you'll have a much easier time during your photoshoot.
2. Get Your Hair and Makeup Done
Looking for an extra confidence boost? Consider getting your hair and makeup professionally done (for the engagement session and on your wedding day). "I've never had hair and makeup and felt awful after it. I've always felt amazing after I've had hair and makeup," They say that feeling good is the key to getting great photos, which is why she recommends getting a pro to give your look a little boost. "They will make you look and feel your best, and when you feel your best, that's what comes across in the photos."
3. Plan an Activity
This tip is mostly for engagement photos, but you can steal it for your wedding day. Since distraction is the best cure for camera shy couples, bringing an activity is great compromise. It could be popping a bottle of bubbly or grabbing ice cream at your first date spot, Not only do those things help you loosen up, it also brings a little more meaning to your pictures. We are also very good at directing our clients to get those poses that look natural and authentic. Other ideas include bringing an instrument you play or involving your pet—the options are endless.
4. Focus on Your Partner
If looking at the camera gives you jitters, I suggest taking your focus off the camera and concentrating on other things. One of the best options? Your partner, of course. We encourage people to focus on the person they love right in front of them. That's your safe space, so focus on your person. The photographer will work around you. We don't feel like you have to stare at the camera to get great pictures.
5. Laugh (Even if it Feels Forced or Awkward)
As the old saying goes: Fake it 'til you make it. If you're feeling nervous, laugh out loud with your partner. It may feel awkward, it works really well. Awkward laughs actually make for great pictures.
6. Talk to Each Other
Chatting with your partner is also a great way to illicit authentic emotions during a photoshoot. It's my go-to method to loosen up shy couples. I'll have the couple reminisce on something in their past—either funny or romantic, Then I step back aways and just let them talk.
7. Remember These Are Your Photos
First thing's first, remember that this is not going to be some magazine glamour shot, this is your own personal memory, so you don't have to worry about impressing anyone. Remembering that these pictures are just for you and your partner, so that being said you can relax a little bit more.
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