FIVE TIPS GETTING READY FOR PHOTOS
Preparing for a photo shoot can make a significant difference in the outcome of your photos. Here are five tips to help you get ready: By following these tips and adequately preparing for your wedding day , you'll increase the chances of capturing beautiful and memorable images with less stress.
FIND A WELL-LIT BEAUTIFUL LOCATION
Maybe consider renting an airbnb instead of a hotel, so that we can get surroundings that speak more to your personality than a hotel room. Even if you can think of a home you’d like to use that suits your vibe, let your photographer know and they will be there! The best strategy for this tip is to think “what place has the most natural lighting and fits the theme of my wedding day?” What is natural lighting? turn off all the lights and the areas that are the brightest are the best spots, they are typically close to windows.
KEEP A CLEAN AND CLUTTER FREE SPACE
I always do my best to do a run through the room before starting to photograph the day, but there won’t have a lot of time once I get there! Things to check for before getting ready are clothes hanging over the back of chairs, bottles from last night and shoes that are laying on the ground. I am ALL about the fun, but the camera gets every detail and we don’t want a stray bottle to ruin the moment
GET THOSE DETAILS READY THE NIGHT BEFORE
Put all of the details you want photographed in a box the night before to make sure they are ready for your photographer ( you don’t have to have have stuff if this photo isn’t you but if it is) includes rings, vows, garter, jewelry, shoes, clutch, perfume, a wood hanger, invitations, socks, watch - anything you may want captured before the fact!
PICK THE BEST ROOM TO PUT YOUR DRESS ON
The best place for this is somewhere tidy with plenty of natural light. Also! Light coloured walls look best against your white dress, with plenty of space so your squad can help you get ready! somewhere is space to move around for the squad to help you and for the photographer to be able to move.
GET THE TUNES GOING
Have upbeat and fun music playing alllll morning long! The music and good energy will help you shake out those jitters - or dance them out! Your wedding party will be happy and naturally living in the moment for you, and the camera will catch the vibes your music will create. This helps get those happy candid shots!
LIST FOR THINGS YOU NEED
THE BRIDE
Shoes, Rings, All Jewelry, Headpiece, veil
Perfume, Bouquet, Garter, Dress Hanger, hanger, any notes/letters
Wedding Invitations, Envelope, Loose flowers Shoes
Tie/Bow-tie, Belt, Socks, Cologne, Cufflinks, Watch
THE EXTRAS
Vow Books, Ring Box, Sentimental Items