“And so, the adventure begins” should be the headline of every wedding photo book. Since these pictures are curated with so much love and there is a generous amount of effort involved, to put a collection of wedding pictures together, you might as well call it an adventure.

Least to say, it’s a team effort to capture the tradition with the right emotion at the right location (teamwork really is the key to getting the best-looking wedding pictures!) When “two become one”, every dream wedding picture that you had imagined, will come to life. It is all about some extra thought put to the photography plot, followed up with appropriate instructions and advice.

Tip 1. Consider Taking Your Photographer’s Advice for The Color Palette and Lighting Decor

Wondering what the wedding venue’s decor, lighting, and color scheme has to do with your wedding photographs? A professional would say, Everything! Coordinate with your photographer so that they can advise you through many possible lighting and color scheme errors. For example:

Placement of the lighting: on the mandap, if disco lights are facing towards it, you might end up with psychedelic snapshots, while the both of you make promises of a lifetime. Pro-tip: colorful lights like blue, green, red, etc. directed at the guests is a terrible choice for skin-tone, in the lens. Use warm tone lights in the foreground and fairy lights in the background for a magical effect instead.

The right type of color schemes and lighting: as traditional Indian wedding backdrop color schemes are loud and festive; your photographer can suggest appropriate lighting with the backdrop. The right combination will be camera friendly and will help centralize the focus on the bride and groom, avoiding unnecessary distractions.

Tip 2. Let Your Body Language induce grace in all your photographs

Body language is the unspoken element of communication just like a photograph, it cannot speak for itself yet it reveals true feelings and emotions captured by a lens. Here are a few do’s and not to do’s:

What to do:

1. Be natural, let your smile do the talking.
2. Pay attention to your body posture frequently during the event.

What not to do: Don’t slouch. Walk it like you talk it! Walking tall down the aisle will determine your goal. The goal to fiercely love your significant other forever, to create a photograph for all of time. Chin up, avoid double chin for zero regrets later!

Tip 3. Find a photographer who can match your vision

Wedding photography involves shooting editing and social interaction. You need to be in sync with your photographer in terms of their style of shooting and editing. And for best results you need to work with a photographer who you are comfortable with. He or she should be able to make you feel confident in their job and comfortable in their communication.

Once you have shared your ideas with them make sure they are on board with the same. You should clarify all your doubts with the photographer. Don’t leave anything to be assumed by either side. Ideally, it should be your vision and their implementation.

Tip 4. Coordinate with your Photographer for Preps and Referential Discussions

There’s always a certain mood board set in the bride and groom’s head; your one job is to communicate with your photographer exactly what you want. The rest will be handled by the person behind the lens! Keep digging the internet for reference photos and styling options to discuss. When you surf for references, make sure you select your style: are you Bollywood inspired or a beach bum style? Candid or posed?

Therefore, if adding an element matches your mood board requirement, your photographer can suggest additional props such as smoke bombs, color schemed flowers, banners, and boards, etc.

Tip 5. Experiment with Dress Codes

Dress codes at a wedding are not only fun but are amazingly effective for capturing the best wedding shots, here’s what you can do: Plan a themed colour scheme for all the categories: the immediate family of the bride and the groom, the group of bridesmaids and groomsmen, and then the guests. (don’t forget your dogs and cats).

When combined with colour coordinated décor, the photos will look stunning, as everything comes together in sync.

Tip 6: Pamper Yourself for the Big Day

All the other factors are secondary, this day is all about the both of you, and the charm your wedlock will spread. The pair needs to look and feel their best in order to acquire the wedding radiance. Follow these leads at least a week before your wedding to the get best-looking wedding pictures:

Hydrate yourself, water is the key to your wedding glow. Avoid caffeine, nicotine and alcohol as much as possible. Do not stress. Eat healthy, think positive and everything will fall into place. Let the professionals handle your day. Keep your skin regime in check and get a good night’s sleep, especially before the big day.