Wedding photography is not just about capturing beautiful images, it is about telling a story. From the start of the day when the bride gets her hair and makeup done to when the couple is tearing up during their first dance, you want your photos to capture all of the little moments that make up your special day.

Find a photographer who’s style aligns with yours. Some photographers are more hands off and will take many candid photos, while others will be more hands on and set up posed shots. Make sure you get a feel for the photographers style before you book them, you want to know they will be able to meet your expectations for your big day.

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Consider adding some variety to your wedding portraits by getting creative with angles and lighting. Try to move away from the classic eye-level shots and try getting down low, climbing up high, or shifting to the side. This will add some interest to your portraits and prevent them from looking the same as every other shot in your portfolio.

For indoor portraits, natural light is the best option but sometimes that’s not always possible so having some flash lighting will be helpful. Using flash can be a great way to fill in shadowy areas or freeze motion during dancing. Bounced off camera flashes like speedlites are the easiest to use for this type of photography, but reflectors can also be a good choice.