One of the most exciting things about bridal inspiration shoots in Cumbria is that you can take the same dress and combine it with different accessories to make totally different looks. That’s exactly what we’ve done here using Autumn as our inspiration and one lace wedding dress. Read on for part 1 of our 3 part series.
Simple and Elegant
Using long beads gives this look a 1920’s feel when combined with the simple, elegant silhouette of our dress. Add bright flowers and compliment with the grooms navy suit for the perfect finishing touch.
Want to see our bohemian inspired look read on to Part 2. No inspiration shoot would be complete without a look at some of the details which could be used to complete either of these two looks. Check the details out in Part 3.
Hello, my lovely ladies, here are my top 5 engagement photo shoot tips. I’m sure you are all aware that many photographers offer you an engagement photo shoot prior to your big day and of course it is up to you whether you choose to have one. Now, depending on how far away your wedding is, this is a great time to get dressed up, have some fun together and reconnect with a little time for yourselves away from the wedmin.
Its always wise to consider how you would like your portfolio of images to look so I thought I’d share just a few hints and tips to help you prepare for your photographs.
Make-up
Obviously, we all want to look our best and so a little make up can go a long way. From my own wedding, I can tell you that make-up for camera is heavier than your normal everyday look. This may give you a good opportunity to use your chosen make-up artist before your big day (a trial run, if you will, without giving the game away to your spouse to be). Knowing you look good helps you to feel more confident in front of the camera.
Hair
Alongside make-up, your hair can make a big difference to how you feel. It makes sense to schedule an appointment a week before your photoshoot to make sure your roots are retouched and locks are trimmed and styled to perfection. Failing this, a good blow-dry on the morning of your shoot can make you feel a million dollars. I know I definitely fall into this category!
Hands and Nails
Like it or not these will be the feature of a number of shots – it is your engagement session after all! Moisturise your hands well in the weeks leading up to your shoot and, if you love manicures, grab yourself an appointment to get your nails done. If you want your images to be timeless go easy on the colour and decoration and stick to beautiful nude and pink shades. This will allow you to have outfit changes with no clashing!
Engagement Ring
Whether you have a brilliant cut diamond or a cushion cut gem, if you have been wearing (and loving) your engagement ring for a while, the week before your shoot may be a good time to have it professionally cleaned. Once you get it back, don’t wear it, save it for the day of the shoot for maximum sparkle. This advice also applies to your wedding day!
Clothing
Here is the time to show your personality. Make sure you are comfortable in the clothes you are wearing. Don’t go out and buy the latest style only to feel uncomfortable during your shoot. Your face will tell all. Much better to wear a trusted, favourite dress (or whatever) that you know you look good in. This will help you feel more relaxed and you will enjoy your experience much more. You can, of course, co-ordinate your outfit with your other half for a more considered final look.
I hope you’ve found these hints and tips useful. If you’d like to know more or would like to book your lifestyle engagement shoot hit the button below.
Let us explain what to expect when choosing Radiance Photography for your wedding.
It’s hard to know what to expect from your photographer if you have not had your portrait taken in a while. We hope to give you an idea of what you can expect from us in the lead up to your wedding, on the wedding day itself and beyond.
Initial Enquiry
Our work starts when we receive your initial enquiry. On our contact page we ask you to tell us when your wedding is. Our first priority is being able to let you know if we are available for your special day. Answering any questions you might have is important to us.
We will send you a short questionnaire to gather details of your wedding plans and requirements. We will then call you to arrange a convenient time where we can discuss your requirements in more detail. Discussing your requirements with you prior to booking is very important to ensure our photography is right for you.
Before Your Wedding
Once you have decided you would like us to photograph your special day we will require a completed contract together with for a non-refundable deposit of £300.00. This guarantees your booking.
We require you pay the balance of your chosen wedding collection two months prior to your wedding day. At this point we will contact you to discuss your final image requirements. If you have planned an Engagement Session, now is a good time to arrange it.
On Your Wedding Day
On your wedding day, we will arrive promptly and work throughout the day to ensure we capture all the details, moments and memories.
Whilst many photographers use a journalistic style, with no posing, we believe a little direction goes a long way in helping you look your best in your images. Amazing images can be achieved with a few gentle prompts. We won’t ask you to do anything you are uncomfortable with and we certainly won’t say ‘cheese’!
Your images are captured using dual memory cards, minimising the risk of loss in the unlikely event of card failure. Before leaving the venue all photographs are backed-up and checked. Your images will be securely stored in two locations.
After Your Wedding
Following your wedding, your images are prepared for viewing and made available to you via a protected online gallery. This will usually take six weeks.
We aim to make the whole process simple and stress free leaving you to enjoy this special time. If you any further questions or would like to see if we are available for your wedding please complete our contact form.
Our gorgeous autumnal engagement shoot. I mean, what more do you need than a happy couple, lovely venue, gorgeous light and beautiful autumnal colours?
Wax jackets and tweed sing of a country lifestyle and go perfectly with denim. What could be better suited to an autumn walk in the woods? The amber leaves glow in the sunlight creating warm dappled light underneath.
Would you love a lifestyle engagement session like this? Hit the button below to book your session.
As a Groom, many of your decisions tend to be focused on making your bride feel as relaxed and reassured as possible. However, this month’s blog-post is looking at an important, but oft overlooked item in the Groom’s itinerary, shoes. Although your feet will be the last thing you’ll be thinking of on the big day, its something you want to select, and then forget about. So, here are 5 things to consider:
Comfort: Obvious, but hugely important. The last thing you need is for a load of blisters when the day is only halfway done. Imagine trying to dance til the wee hours when your feet feel like someone’s jabbing then with a rusty nail!!
Wear them in: Closely linked to point 1. You have to be confident that you’ve picked a pair of shoes that are comfortable to be worn for long hours. You’ll be in them for around 13-15 hours (that’s if you’ve picked a late morning/mid-day ceremony). Break them in round the house, wear them when you’re sat in front of the tele, just get them on and wear them. Believe me, this will pay dividends come your special day.
Colour: What do you go for? An ultra-fashionable bright, bold colour that screams 2017, or a classic, timeless black pair that will not only look unassuming and un-noticed on the day, but can be worn for years to come? Only you can decide that, but bear in mind that the photos of the wedding will last a lifetime, shoes may only be worn on the day…
Style: With men paying more attention to their style, designers have responded, so now you see a multitude of styles when you walk through your local department store. And the same decisions need to be made, do you go for a classic pair of leather brogues, or a more elaborately designed fashion statement containing 8 different colours and 14 differing materials?
Suit: Goes without saying, but what colour suit have you chosen? If you’ve gone for a modern slim-cut blue suit, then a pair of brown leather winkle-pickers will look great. But if you’ve gone for the traditional morning suit, then the brown just won’t do.
Like every decision that needs to made for a wedding, careful consideration and personal choices will be the deciding factor, but hopefully this post will give you a few things to think about.
One of the current trends in wedding photography is an engagement shoot. Now, these may seem like a bit of a waste of time for us gents, but hold on, there may be more to this than meets the eye. When I was getting married, this was something I wasn’t too fussed about, as it seemed like just another afternoon consumed by wedding activity. However, it turned out to be a great idea, and a very valuable experience. And here’s why:
Comfort.
Here’s a common scenario. On your big day, it’s that time, after the ceremony, where you all get together for the photos of the family and friends. You get close to your new wife, look at the camera, and pull the most unconvincing smile ever as you feel totally uncomfortable. Imagine if there was a way to meet and spend a few hours with the photographer before the wedding day, get to know them a little and get used to standing in front of the camera….
Relaxation.
The engagement and lead up to a wedding can be a bit of a blur to some. There’s so much to sort, so many things to plan and arrange, that a lot of the time your head is all over the place. An engagement shoot gives you chance to slow down, and actually spend some quality time with your partner, away from the hustle and bustle of wedding planning (at least for an afternoon).
Ideas.
On an engagement shoot, there’s no time pressure for the perfect photo, so you can experiment. Bounce ideas off the photographer. You always wanted that photo of you and your wife stood on the top of Ben Nevis? Well, now’s the time to find out if its feasible. Even your most elaborate plans may be possible, so discuss it now while you have the photographer’s full, undivided attention.
Photos.
Obvious, right? But hang on, look around your house. How many photos do you actually have of you and your beautiful fiancée that aren’t selfies or holiday snaps? An engagement shoot is a perfect time to get some professional photos to fill a few picture frames for that gap on the living room wall.
Comfort.
I know this has already been mentioned, but it is so important. You want your wedding photos to look perfect, a set of images to capture the emotion and joy of the day. This isn’t possible if you look like you’re stood in a pair of wet underpants. In order to get those amazing shots, you have to appear comfortable and natural in front of the lens. And the only way to do it is to get used to being in the centre of the camera viewfinder.
There are other reasons why an engagement shoot can be beneficial to the groom, but I think the above are reasons enough to consider the possibilities of how a professional photo shoot before the big day can help to make you, and your intended, much more comfortable and relaxed when the time comes to capture those perfect wedding memories on film.
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