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Put some thought into your make up choices – Most professional make up artists will know, with your guidance, as to what makeup they should use on the day. However, if you are doing your own makeup, consider the products and colours you use. Be careful with the lipstick colour you choose as some shades such as orange or coral tones can make your teeth look dull and yellow. It is best to stick to red, brown and pink shades to ensure your teeth look white and sparkling in your photos. |
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Smile with your eyes, not just your mouth – When getting your photos taken, think about a moment you shared together for example, the moment you got engaged, or a great holiday. Remembering something that made you happy shows in the photos, and emotions can be captured by your photographer naturally. |
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Get dirty – Whether you are getting photos taken in a forest, or on the beach, there may be times when it's not as clean as you would like. Bring a pair of spare shoes, and be prepared to get your dress a little dirty if need be, because these photos are once in a lifetime images and you want to make the most of the scenery around you. There is always a dry cleaner available after the day. Relax and enjoy the moment. |
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Forget about the cameras – Often the best photos taken are the ones where the people aren't even aware they are being shot. Forget about the photographers and enjoy your day mingling with family and friends. A great photographer can capture the emotions in an unstructured way. |
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Think flowers – The way you hold the bouquet can make the difference between a good photograph and a stunning one. More experienced photographers know the best way to hold your bouquets and will pick up on this if you don't, however, try to remember these few points. Try not to hold the bouquet near your chest, as you risk cluttering your face, and making the flowers the centre of attention. The best place to hold your bouquet is hip height, as this should balance out your proportions, and not take away from the important part of the photo, you. |
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Make a list – to help relieve some of the stress you may feel on the day, make a list of all the photos you want, including which family members to include. Give the list to a trusted family member or friend who knows most of the guests so they can round everyone up before the photos. Your photographer will not know all your nearest and dearest, so it's best to prepare before the actual day. |
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What makes you happy – A photographer is there to capture all the best moments of your wedding. Make sure you understand what makes you happy, so that these elements can be incorporated into the photos. Whether its gumboots and mud, or running through water, find out who you are and let that shine through the camera. |
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Complete the look – Have a look at your dress and work around it to make all the pieces of your puzzle complete. If your dress is strapless, does your hair look better up? Are you more comfortable in flats than heels? Dressing to suit your body shape will mean you feel and look comfortable on your big day, which will show in the images your photographer captures. |
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Breathe – The best thing you can do is relax. All the hard work is done, and it's time to enjoy getting married. Laugh with each other, forget about anything that's worrying you and take it all in. It's your day, and you want to make sure your wedding album reflects that. |