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What excites the couples the most is saying for better or worse, I do and having some cake at the reception. To make sure everything will be in order on that special day, couples usually plan their wedding months or even years in advance. Preparing tremendously for the big day, everything must be well organized and arranged–the caterer and the church, the gown and the tux, and even the wedding entourage. The pre-wedding photography is usually done before the big day so the couple could have nice photographs they could use for the invitation and have them get to know the photographer more and vise versa.

Couples nowadays have different phyappointments with their photographer for the pre-wedding photogra. There are different types of pre-wedding photography that couples can avail. The save the date shoot, the engagement or pre-nuptial shoot and the test photo shoot at the location consist of these. These all happen before the wedding and provide the couple with photos they can use.

A save the day photo shoot is usually done in order for the couple to have pictures in their save the date video. Asking the guests of the wedding to save a specific date is basically its purpose. This further announces the couple’s plan on getting married, where and what time. It can show the different stages the couple went through before deciding to get married. These photo shoots usually show the fun and quirky side of the couple. It could be shot in the memorable locations for the couple like the place where they first met or where they shared their first kiss.

Once the save the date photo was done the engagement or pre-nuptial photo shoot immediately follows. While some couples opt to do their save the date shoot and engagement shoot separately, some like to do them at the same time. The bride’s engagement ring will be shown in the pre-wedding photography shoot and it’s usually held in a romantic location. It can also be done at a memorable place for the couple like the save the day shoot. The photos from this shoot are usually used in the invitation and the various backdrops at the reception. The couple’s romantic side will manifest in here.

The last pre-wedding shoot isn’t really considered a formal shoot. Photographers like to have a basic knowledge of the location of the wedding before the actual event date. The clients may be asked by the photographer to have a test shoot at the venue in order to know where the lights enter what lensesn to use and what other types of equipments to bring. Few days before the actual wedding, these shoots are being done.

All these pre-wedding photography shoots provides interaction between the photographer and the clients making them more at ease and comfortable with each other. The photographer will have easier time to shoot on the day of the wedding because of this. The information was given by a groom who’s a businessman of alarm systems installing and home theater projector selling.

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Most couples have spent upwards of twelve months arranging the wedding.  That’s a while.  It feels like you’re constantly talking about the upcoming nuptials and planning out the details.  Significant time and money is invested.  So, it makes sense that we become somewhat attached to the end result.  The thing is, couples who have fun at their weddings are the ones that are able to let go of that attachment to a point – to roll with whatever may develop.  Those who manage this potentially challenging task of rolling with it and who can delegate effectively can actually have fun at their own wedding.  A novel idea, I know.  And make no mistake, despite greater equality between the sexes, in most cases, the day is mostly about the Bride.  Therefore, generally speaking, the Bride’s attitude and style have a greater impact on the day than anything else.  Ergo, ‘Happy Bride, Happy Day’.  A calm Bride, which usually results in a chilled out Groom, results in a more enjoyable day, and better wedding photography.

Now, this is not as easy as it sounds because there are a lot of people involved.  That includes the couple, the Family members and the Vendors.  Still, the wedding day is largely centered around the Bride.

First to the laid-back Bride.  You have a real advantage.  That is because you will run into some problems – which will probably not be anything of any significance.  Maybe the flowers aren’t ‘precisely’ what you wanted.  Maybe there isn’t a place card for one of your guests.  Maybe your dress rubbed against something and there is a little stain.  Maybe one of your always irritating family members is, surprise surprise, being irritating.  Maybe after four glorious days of sunshine, it’s pouring rain.  Etc. etc…  Fortunately, you are the ‘whatever’ Bride, so you roll with the punches, focused on the bigger picture – you know, you’re marrying the love of your life!  So, you take it all in stride and revel in your special day.  And the wedding photographer loves you.

To the excitable Bride, this is most likely going to be the most intense day of your life so far (if you haven’t already given birth that is).  No doubt you’ll want to be calm and easy.  Alas, it doesn’t take much to uncenter you.  While the following suggestions and thoughts apply to all couples, the emotional Bride can certainly benefit:

- Delegate tasks to someone dependable and reliable, preferably your Maid of Honor.  She should take care of most problems, only letting you know if it’s a major decision.

- Have all aspects of your wedding finalized well before the day.  Doing things the day prior is a recipe for stress that will spill over into your special day.  The better prepared you are , the more fun you’ll have on the day.

- Visualize in advance.  Knowing it’s going to be a demanding day, set your intention to not over-react to things.

- Recognize Escalation & Fear.  The spiral can often begin with a nothing event.  If you allow one episode to take on a life of its own, it can inspire something else, etc. etc. – all of which ends up playing into the fears you’ve had forever about things going amiss with your Wedding.  Honestly, it’s not worth it.

- That detail you are so worked up about…  Most likely your guests won’t notice or care – unless you bring attention to it.  Most of your guests are there for you.

- Family Intrigue.  You already know who in your families bring out the worst in you (gotta love family).  The silver lining here is that if there is a certain someone who just gets your goat, it’s entirely predictable.  It’s a shame to allow this person to ruin things for you.  Own your own emotions and responses.

- Be open to a change of plans.  Crappy day?  Be receptive to your photographer’s ideas because they should be doing their utmost to capture good couple shots (arguably the most important pictures).  In short, be flexible.  Occasionally, an plan B actually ends up being more interesting than the set plan.

Hey, what about the Groom?  Suffice to say, he can also make things difficult, but generally speaking, he is usually doing this best to keep his Bride content – if he’s smart anyway.  The wedding day is an intensified practice session for marriage.  ‘Happy Bride, Happy Day’ segues perfectly into both ‘Happy Wife, Happy Life’ and sets the stage for creative wedding photography.

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The ceremony has recently finished.  You are delirious and ecstatic.   Hugs and kisses all around. There may be a Receiving Line.  Next on the timetable after all that – the Family Portraits.

However, though Family Pictures are essential, there are bigger fish to fry, (ie) the Bride & Groom shots (with the Wedding Party shots sandwiched in between).   So, with time usually being tight, it’s important for the wedding photographer to get the Family Shots squared away as promptly as possible.  If everything goes according to plan they are a breeze.  Conversely, they can be a frustrating experience (especially for the Couple).

First things first, where are you going to do the Family Pictures?  If the ceremony and reception are in one location, it’s a snap.  If not, then you’ll probably have a couple of choices: (1) at the ceremony site; (2) at the park.

If there is a spot at the ceremony site, that is the most convenient because (1) everyone is already there.  Keep in mind, some of the older folks will not even get into the park (eg) wheelchair; (2) if the pictures are to be taken at another location, like a park, everyone is required to find their way there – which can take precious time and can end with some people getting lost – which can be a real problem if a late person is someone important, such as the Bride’s father.

If the Family Pictures only include the immediate families it’s all good.  But, with large families, (ie) cousins, aunts and uncles, then an invaluable means for the Family shots to not become annoying and prolonged is a List with all the shots.  The issue?  You’ll have upwards of forty hanging around waiting to be called.  If you don’t have a list there will be any number of people giving suggestions as to what picture to take next (and it’s amazing how often the most irritating member of the family chimes in with their picks, which drives people batty – especially the Bride and Groom).  The upshot is it’s a big waste of time.  That’s when people meander – to go have a cigarette, to get out of the heat, etc.

All of this can be a serious waste of time thereby threatening the time there is for the Bride and Groom shots – without doubt the most important shots.  The wedding photography will suffer.  Also, anything that results in clear delays means stress, which the Bride usually seems to feel more than anyone else.  Always keep in mind, “Happy Bride, Happy Day”.

Won’t the List limit the scope of the pictures?  Short answer: No.  The List is not etched in stone, and it’s great to have as a foundation from which you can incorporate unplanned shots.

With the List, begin with the first side of the family, let’s say the Groom’s side, ending with his parents.  With his parents staying there, you hit the other half, starting with her parents (for the two parents shot), then dive into her side.

A concluding note about the List.  It should be placed in the hands of a dependable and capable individual, someone who can identify practically everyone and who is not timid – because it can be a little crazy with all those people milling about and talking.

The Family Pictures are clearly not the most imaginative of the day’s pix but they are important. If they are effectively planned for they end up being both easy and appreciated, which leads to more creative wedding photography as a whole.

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With cameras so cheap and available, everyone has become an amateur photographer. Then with digital photography so accessible, the average person can not only take the pictures, but print them or distribute them online for little cost. Yet, here are some reasons why being the chief photographer isn’t always best at all.

First, if you are the family photographer, you know the bondage it can be to always be looking for the ‘perfect shot’. If you’re going to be good at it, you must think like a photographer. Yet, when you get done, you have a set of good pictures but no memories of what happened? Recently we got a call to watch a TV station to see our granddaughter in a parade. I spent the time trying to get the camera to focus on the TV and missed seeing her. I wish I had just enjoyed the moment and waited until they sent the pictures.

Electronics in cameras have definitely made them simple to use. However, keeping all its potential in your mind can be a different story. What do all the icons on top mean? Do you know how to turn on or off the auto focus or flash? What does P, TV, Av, or M stand for? Of course you can look them up in the manual but unless you keep using the features, you will forget and then they are as if not present on the camera.

As the photographer, you are often required to get into obtuse contortions or obnoxious places to get just the right shot. Further, you can lose a lot of friends by sticking the camera in their face every time they smile. You may well be required to prod and cajole them into smiling just once more. Why not let someone else be the bad guy for a change?

So you do it anyway and get a camera full of shots. Now guess who will get requests for CDs full of pictures, as if you have plenty of free time to dedicate to this. Or you might spend your time sending the pictures to others via email or posting them on a webpage.

But it’s more than just the time involved. Though digital photography need never be printed, some friends simply don’t have access to this media. They will probably want you to print the pictures and this means lots of expensive ink and paper. Are you without a printer? If not, be sure to get one that has multiple ink cartridges so that they can be replaced individually when all the relatives keep asking for more prints.

If you want to look like a tourist, by all means hang a camera around your neck and draw it to your eye regularly. And don’t be surprised if people decide your pictures are more important to you than they are.

Think of this: if you have a minor plumbing problem, you fix it yourself. But if a major problem arises, you call a plumber to fix it. The same can be said of photography. Of course you don’t want to throw away your camera. But also relax and enjoy life and, at least sometimes, let others make the photo recordings.

When you want your photos done right, choosing the best photographer for your needs is worth the investment. If you follow the principles above, you will likely be glad you had it done professionally. Del Haven Studio is the location of an experienced Virginia Beach Maternity Photographer who is very skilled – as you can see from her website portfolio.

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