They say a picture paints a thousand words--and on your wedding, your photos should speak volumes about the love that you and your groom have for each other. After all, when the excitement has died down and you're back from your honeymoon, you only have your wedding photo album to look back on your big day. Try these tips for posing to look your best in your wedding photos.
Smile
Nothing makes a wedding photo prettier than having a smiling couple as the subject. Not unless your desired look is something dramatic, don't hold back on smiling--you want your happiness to be infectious! A tip shared by a renowned photographer is to say the letter "A" before the shutter clicks. This will show off your pearly whites without making your smile look too stiff.
Find your best angle
You know how some celebrities insist on being shot from one specific side? This is because they know which angle works for them; even professional models know their tried and tested poses. Practice smiling in front of a mirror, and tilt your head in different angles to see which side of your face you should highlight in your wedding pictures. Go through your old photos as well and determine which smiles and poses work for you, then mimic these during the shoot.
Let your body do tricks
Your wedding pictures can be deceiving if you want them to. Wish to make your arms look slimmer? Try this trick: keep a space between your arms and your body, and create an angle without spreading out your arm too far. If you dread close-up hand shots because of your varicose veins, try waving your hands from side to side--similar to a beauty queen's wave. Do this for a good three minutes and you'll be surprised to see your varicose veins disappear!
Mind your posture
Remember how our moms would remind us to sit up straight? Follow her advice; having good posture will make you look taller and leaner in your wedding photos. Tuck your tummy in, keep your spine straight, push your shoulders back, and elongate your neck. Don't overdo it though; you don't want to look too guarded with your poses.
Listen to your wedding photographer
Your photographer has a trained eye; s/he can find creativity in unexpected places and situations. When s/he suggests something out of the ordinary, listen to the recommendations and enjoy the moment. Wedding photos need not be stiff and formal, Let go of apprehensions and take wacky photos! The main objective is for the both of you to enjoy and have a great time.
Relax
With everything happening all at the same time, it is important to stay calm and relaxed. You wouldn't want to look like a deer in headlights on your special day; the stress will show in your wedding photos. Whatever happens, remember that nothing can ruin your day.
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