HOW TO POSE FOR WEDDING PHOTOS
Posing Guide
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Posing can be very nerve-wracking for couples and tends to be something that my couples are most worried about when they contact me. Well posed photos can make all the difference in how your photos turn out, and while you’re wedding photographer should give you guidance on posing, I’m here to hand out a few helpful tips. I will note that if you end up using me as your wedding photographer I will give you tons of direction the entire way through and give you prompts to let you let lose and have fun with it!
Tips for Making your Posing Feel Natural
The biggest mistake you can make with your wedding posing is overthinking to the point that your photos don’t feel natural. As a photographer we want photos that don’t feel forced, We’re there to direct you when needed and find out which couples need more guidance then others when it comes to positioning and the little details. But if you’re interacting with each other and having a nice moment, don’t feel the need to stop the natural candid moments to find out about your next pose, because those in between moments where you’ve let go and forgotten about posing, that’s what makes the magic.
Everyone wants those beautiful candid moments where you’re laughing and have these big natural smiles on your faces that are just completely in the moment, and while it may seem impossible there are a few things you can do to get each other laughing. Maybe you whisper a dirty joke in the other persons ear, or stare each other in the eye for 20 seconds till inevitably someone cracks up laughing. You can also try a subtle tickle or butt grab to get both of you laughing.
Wedding Posing Mistakes to Avoid
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Speak Up : If you have a favorite side that you prefer make sure you tell your photographer. The last thing you want is to not say anything and hate all your photos that are on your “bad side”. Also if you have any specific insecurities, talk to your photographer about it so they can direct your posing around your insecurities if at all possible. Make sure you’re vocal about what you’re concerned about.
Cheesy Smiles: We all want those beautiful smiles but the last thing you want is to look stiff, over posed and cheesy. Don’t over practice your smiles because it will come off as forced. Focus on interacting with each other and enjoying the moment, it helps to relax.
Slow Down: Slow down and interact with each other. It’s not a race to get your photos done because you’ll miss the in between. Touch foreheads, sneak in some little jokes about what happened earlier in the day. Really take time to soak each other in instead of worrying about the day.
Open Eye Kissing: Most couples don’t kiss with their eyes open in real life but somehow when it comes down to the wedding day it becomes a nervous habit. If you’re faces are really close together or if you’re kissing make sure to close your eyes, it also helps you really take in the moment.
Keep it Clean: While the occasional sweet delicate kiss will look great on photo, a big make out session doesn’t. Keep your kisses clean and try to avoid squishing your faces together and squishing each others noses.
Below are a few great go to poses for your wedding day.
walking shot
The walking shot is always a good one! Talk to each other, hip check each other and have fun with it. This always brings out the natural smiles.
2. gETTING DRESSED PHOTOS
Whether it be the groom tying the tie or the bride putting on shoes or jewelry, these fun getting ready shots are always a good one because we can highlight the outfit choices and get great photos of you without you overthinking it.
3.showing off the veil
We love a good veil especially if it has gorgeous details. The veil can be featured in so many different ways whether its bridal shots or of the bride and groom together.
4. Jumping into each others arms
This is a personal favorite for me because we can have so much fun with it. Twirling around or making it a big romantic notebook moment. This movement allows for photos that feel natural and also has you engaging with each other which is what we want.
5. FEELING THE EMOTIONS OF THE DAY
I always love to have my couples slow down for a minute and just embrace in a way that feels natural and comfortable to you. Sometimes I ask you guys to tell each other what you’re most excited about for being married to each other, this allows for a natural tender moment for photos.
