One of my favorite secrets for getting those dreamy wedding photos you see all over Pinterest is booking a separate wedding portrait session after your wedding day! As someone who’s photographed countless weddings, I know firsthand how quickly your wedding day flies by. Sometimes, it feels like you barely have time to breathe, let alone get all those gorgeous portraits you’ve been dreaming about!
That’s exactly why I love suggesting a post-wedding portrait session to my couples. On your wedding day, you’re juggling so many things. Trying to spend time with family, making sure you get to talk to all your guests, and sticking to that timeline your planner worked so hard to create. Even with the best planning, portrait time can feel rushed, and that’s the last thing I want for you!
Why You Should Consider Adding This to Your Wedding Photography Package
When we do a separate portrait session, we get to take our time and have fun with it! Want to include your fur babies in some photos? Let’s do it! Have you always dreamed of sunset photos at White Rock Lake but got married downtown? We can make that happen! This is your chance to get creative and capture all those photo ideas that might not have worked on your actual wedding day.
One of my favorite things about post-wedding sessions is seeing how relaxed my couples are. Without the pressure of the wedding day timeline, you can just focus on being yourselves and enjoying the moment together. This is when I get to capture those genuine laughs and sweet little moments between you two that make photos feel authentic.
Plus, you get to wear your wedding attire again! (Who doesn’t want another excuse to put on their wedding dress?!) But this time, we can style it differently or even bring a change of clothes for some more casual shots.
Here’s what I recommend to make your post-wedding session absolutely perfect:
- Pick a location that means something special to you both.
- Bring props or meaningful items (your vows, champagne, or even your pup!)
- Consider having your hair and makeup done again for that extra touch of glam.
- Have your florist make a bouquet that resembles the one you had on your wedding day.
I always tell my couples that your wedding photos shouldn’t feel rushed or stressful. Having a separate portrait session gives us the freedom to create those magazine-worthy shots while keeping your actual wedding day relaxed and focused on celebrating with your loved ones.
Planning Your Own Post Wedding Portrait Session
Ready to plan your post-wedding portrait session? Let’s chat about making your dream photos come to life! Click here to get started planning your session.
