Bride and groom laughing as their wedding guests welcome them into their wedding breakfast on their wedding day in Northampton

How to Feel Relaxed in Front of the Camera on Your Wedding Day

Oct 14, 2025 | Wedding Photography

How to Feel Relaxed in Front of the Camera on Your Wedding Day

If the idea of being photographed all day makes you feel awkward, you’re not alone — it’s one of the most common things couples tell us! Part of our role is to help you feel relaxed in front of the camera.

But don’t worry — you don’t need to “pose” or “perform” to get stunning wedding photos.
Our relaxed, storytelling style means you can just enjoy the day, and we’ll capture everything as it unfolds. We’re there to help you capture beautiful photos.


💬 Start With a Pre-Wedding Shoot

An engagement session is a great way to get comfortable in front of the camera before the big day.
You’ll see how we work, realise it’s fun (and not nearly as scary as you think!), and go into your wedding feeling completely at ease. It also gives you the chance to meet us again, which will help you feel more relaxed with us on your wedding day.


🧡 Focus on Each Other, Not the Camera

When we ask you to look at each other, whisper something funny, or walk hand-in-hand, you naturally forget the cameras.
That’s when the real magic happens — genuine laughter, emotion, and connection. Which is our aim, of course we’ll do a few staged photos, but most of the day is candid and relaxed, with gentle guidance from us.


Bride and groom walking hand in hand smiling at each other on their wedding day in Northampton

📷 Trust Your Photographer

You’ve hired professionals who know how to find beautiful light, flattering angles, and natural moments.
All you need to do is enjoy your day — we’ll take care of the rest. We know all the tricks to help you achieve natural relaxed photos, how to make you laugh and ignore the camera.


🥂 Let Go and Be Present

The best photos happen when you’re simply living the moment — hugging friends, laughing with family, dancing your heart out.
Be yourselves, and your photos will reflect the joy of your day.


👉 See more about our relaxed wedding photography

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