Pictures are common at weddings as they help to capture the moment of the day. Though lots of wedding photos are being taken, some of the most important are those the bride and groom take with a professional photographer. When you look back at these photographs you want to be able to relive the love you shared in that very special moment in time. Achieving this not only means hiring the right photographer but also learning a few tricks to capture the essence of your love on camera. Here are some tips:

Get Out of Your Head

The stress and anxiety of your wedding day will show up on your face if you allow it. To keep these common responses to pressure from showing up on your wedding photos, it’s important to get out of your head. Just before it’s time to take pictures take a few deep breaths and think about something that brings you pure joy (like your partner). 

It’s Just the Two of You

Some couples are camera shy and, therefore, have a difficult time expressing their love for the cameras. The best advice here would be to close your eyes for a moment and pretend there’s no one around but you and your fiance. Think of how you’d want to express yourself to them if you were alone and allow it to show through when you take your wedding photos. 

Comfortable Posing

Discomfort is another thing that can show up on film without you realizing it. As you work with the photographer on poses for your wedding photos, be sure to do what feels most comfortable. The more natural you two are, the easier it is for the wedding photographer to capture your love. Whether it’s a warm embrace, a gentle kiss, holding hands as you walk, or just gazing into each other’s eyes, do what makes you feel good inside.  

Naturally, you want nothing more than to look your best in your wedding photos. You want to be able to look back on these photos years from now and feel like you’re in the moment all over again. The best way to do this is to calm your nerves, block out all the distractions, and find ways to naturally express the love you have for your future husband or wife. The cameras and photographers will take care of the rest.