Gallery 1 — Picture Me Hitched

Being natural in front of the lens

The thought of being videoed or photographed can bring on unwanted anxiety. Many questions run through one’s mind.

“Is my hair ok?” “Did I blink?” “What side is my good side?”

Those are all great thoughts and questions, but try and see the photographer/videographer as just another set of eyes invited.

Some of the best real life images are the ones not prepared. True heartfelt emotion can be seen from a genuine hug of a distant relative or pure joy and laughter from a lifelong friend. Candid imagery documenting your wedding will provide you with the ability to see what your guests see.

Here are 3 quick tips to help you remain natural.

STAY ENGAGED WITH YOUR OWN SUBJECT

Let’s say you’re at the reception and one of your guest comes up to congratulate you. Next thing you know, you have two photographers and a videographer pop up in your peripheral documenting your conversation. DON’T LOSE EYE CONTACT and remain engaged with the initial conversation. Block out all of the noise surrounding and finish what began. After the initial engagement is over and you want a posed photo or video, feel free to ask.

TRUST THE PROCESS

You’ve hired vendors for a reason. Nothing will help you be more natural than having your mind at ease with a smooth sailing ship. Chances are, the people you’ve hired have done this a time or two and will maintain strict adherence to the schedule. Trusting the process will mitigate any unwanted stress the day has already presented and the images captured will be more genuine and pleasing to look back on.

Which leads us to our last tip.....

JUST HAVE FUN

All of the work put in leading up to your special day has paid off and now it’s time to... You guessed it, just have fun. This day is going to fly by and if you blink, you may miss it. Go out the and enjoy yourself. There’s no greater moment in life than two people coming together as one. Lay it all on the table and have the time of your life. When you look back at the photos and video, you may tell yourself, “I don’t remember that.” Don’t worry, we did.

You two are the life of the party and all eyes are on y’all. Just remember these 3 tips and your awkward feelings will become all natural emotions.