This week Tuesday’s Tip is coming to you on Thursday!
I love photographing the bride and groom’s preparation. You can just feel the excitement in the air and that level of anticipation always produces genuine emotions, which in turn produces wonderful photographs.
Your choice of location can enhance these photos greatly. So what makes for a great getting ready location on your wedding day?
- Natural light. Choose a spot with lots of windows or doors that can be opened to let in natural light. Other light sources can create weird color casts on your photos. Natural light is a clean light source that will provide the most flattering results.
- Simple decor. Lots of decorations and a mix of colors and patterns can all take attention away from the people being photographed. Simple decor with plain walls will keep the attention on you and those being photographed.
- Avoiding clutter. Again, clutter can take the focus off the people in the picture. For your photos to have a classic, timeless appeal, they should be free of water bottles, food containers, bags, etc. (Tip: Designate one area in the room for family and wedding party members to place these items.)
- Proximity to the ceremony. This one doesn’t have anything to do with the look of the pictures, but for your convenience, choose a location as close to your ceremony site as possible. This just minimizes the chance that traffic or other mishaps could delay your arrival.
