To understand what your client exactly wants, you must talk to them before the pre-wedding shoots. Different couples have different ideas. While some come prepared with their research, others show up clueless and ask for your advice. In any case, it is important that you and your client are on the same page. Discuss the themes they want to go with and the locations that will accompany the chosen theme, and ask if they are camera shy or if there are any poses that they want to recreate. This will help break the ice and make the couple more comfortable with you for the shoot.

Location recce

The next step is to go for a location scout. Every photographer must be aware of the location they are going to shoot. Always do a recce of the location once you have fixed it with the couple. You will be aware of the spots that you would want to use as the backdrop. This will help you be prepared on the day of the shoot. Don’t forget to check whether the chosen location has an entry or photography fee or not. Inform your client in full about the permissions and additional costs that will be incurred in addition to your fees.

Research trending Pre-wedding poses for Memorable Shoot

Research the new and trending couple poses before the day of the shoot. Ask your client if they already have some poses in mind. Know the angles and shots that will work best for the couple so that less time is wasted on experimenting during the shoot.

Check the weather

The weather is unpredictable. Don’t take any chances, and check the weather before you finalize a date. Keep a backup date in case anything goes wrong.

Have a backup plan/team

You never know what could go wrong on the day of the shoot. It could be the weather, the location, or even your health. Always keep a backup plan ready if Plan A fails. Also, keep a backup team ready in case you cannot show up on the shoot day.

Shoot in burst mode

Shooting in burst mode helps capture candid moments between the couple that a single shot might miss. If taken at the right moment, these unexpected shots can give you some stunning photographs that look simple and organic.

Guiding the client with poses

Not all couples are comfortable posing in front of the camera. While some people know what kind of pictures they want, others often ask the photographer to guide them with the poses. It is your job to make the couple comfortable in front of the camera. Start with some simple poses for them to get the hang of it. Give them clear directions. Ethically, a photographer must not touch their model while giving them posing directions. So keep this in mind while guiding your client.

Balance posed and candid shots

Both posed and candid photographs are equally necessary. Delivering a variety of photographs to your client should be your priority. Get some candid shots of the couple when they are not aware of the camera. This will help keep a balance between posed and candid photos.

Tell their story through your photos

Every couple is unique and has their own story to tell. You can tell their stories through your photographs. You can create a photo story depicting their journey or recreate special moments that would help the couple connect with the photographs.

A couple puts so much faith in a photographer to get the kind of pre-wedding shoot they wish for. Follow these tips and tricks and deliver some magical photos to your client.