A lot goes into planning for your wedding day, if this is the only day you’re planning on having professional pictures taken, you are really missing out. Bridal portraits are tradition that is growing in popularity.
Bridal portraits are a great dry run before the big day, they can also reduce stress since you won’t be in such a rush getting all those beautiful pictures in just one day, and give you a chance to wear your dress more than just once.
What are Bridal Portraits?
Bridal portraits are taken weeks if not months before the wedding day. Brides get all dressed up in their gown for a photoshoot. Usually, they have only the bride, but more and more couples are taking this opportunity to have their pictures taken together. Some couples even include their best friend or even their pet.
Why take Bridal Portraits?
“Sure, bridal portraits are yet another add-on, but brides and photographers swear by them for a number of reasons. Even the most perfectly planned wedding can get a bit chaotic; since wedding-day bridal portraits are often taken during those crunch-time moments—just before leaving for the ceremony or right ahead of the reception, during couple photos—relying solely on wedding-day bridal portraits may leave you feeling rushed and stressed out,” according to a recent article in Brides.
Bridal portrait
Bridal portraits are a time to feel comfortable in front of the camera, be creative and have fun. Try something you wouldn’t have had time for on your wedding day. Like a holding a bundle of helium balloons or take them in a special sentimental location.
Just like engagement photos, the bride can coordinate their makeup and hair trials, to see what looks best in pictures. “Ask your mom or maid of honor to join you for the session. Just like your wedding day, these bridal VIPs will help you fluff your dress, fix your hair, and keep you looking your absolute best,” Brides
Choosing a photographer
Choosing the right photographer to capture these amazing moments is paramount. After all, it’s these photographs that you will treasure for the rest of your life and will be handed down from generation to generation. For this reason, you want to make sure your photographer is a true artist.
Having a Bridal portrait session is a great way to get to know the photographer and talk with them about what type of style and pictures you are looking for. This connection with your photographer is a worthwhile investment.
