I Don't Want a Pre-Wedding Shoot!

With each wedding we photograph we offer the option of a pre-wedding photo-shoot, but not everyone wants one. So what is it and  how much does it cost?

What is it?

A pre-wedding shoot is just that a photo-shoot before the wedding. We would normally go to a location of your choice and take some lovely pictures of you as a couple. Many couples have never had professional photographs done of them together and this will be the first time that some people have ever had any professional photographs done.

What's more its fun, yes that's right, it's fun. Everyone always says this after their shoot even if they are very hesitant before it happens. Why is it such fun. In the midst of busy wedding planning it is great to take time out as a couple and do something together where you have time for each other in a lovely location.

How much does it cost?

Getting married is not cheap. Everyone has their own budget, and it is usually tight so this is a fair question. If you have booked your wedding photography with us then the shoot is included in the cost of the wedding. In other words you pay no session fees for a pre-wedding shoot. We can provide digital images and prints at a reasonable cost but you do not have to buy anything, more about this later.

But I don't like my photograph being taken!

Many of us don't like to see pictures of ourselves. That is just the way it is! Or is it? If this is you then this
photo-shoot is very useful and helpful. Not every session is about getting lovely photographs. It can simply be about getting more comfortable in front of the camera.

It is a time in which I can see how you look your best in front of the camera and the sort of photographs you like. There are many techniques photographers use to make you look thinner, hide features you don't like and help you relax in front of the camera. You can use this shoot as a time to prepare for being photographed so that you look your best on your special day. It can simply be a rehearsal for the wedding photography and you don't have to buy any of the photographs.

 Suggestions for the shoot.

To get the best out of such a shoot we would plan it carefully together but here are some suggestions.

• Set aside plenty of time not just for the shoot, but to do something nice together as a couple on the day. Make it a special time for the two of you.
• Choose a lovely place to take the photos, perhaps a place that is special to you both.
• Get babysitters if needed. 
• Carefully choose the clothes that you will wear, you don't want to clash!
• Enjoy

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