Hire a professional wedding photographer
Wedding photography is a crucial element of the entire marital process, and this starts with the proposal. After all, these magical moments in your life can seem a bit overwhelming at the time, so having some wedding photographs and proposal shots to look back on is a great way to remember this special time.
However, with so much to juggle when it comes to planning a proposal, how can you ensure you capture the best possible photographic memories without spoiling the surprise on the day? Here are three things you need to consider before asking the all-important question to ensure your album of wedding photographs starts off on the right track.
The quickest shortcut to getting a collection of stunning photos is to enlist the help of a photographer.
Whilst you can attempt to set up your own camera and pretend to have a photoshoot before popping the question, this won’t guarantee the best pictures. With all of the planning and considerations that go into organizing a proposal, handing off photography duties to a professional gives you one less thing to worry about.
Particularly in an open, public location, photographers can easily pose as members of the public, pretending to take photos of the surrounding landscape. Once your partner finally clocks on and the secret’s out, be sure to get some close-up shots of her sparkling diamond ring to document the start of your marital journey together. What’s more, this could be the perfect opportunity to test out a wedding photographer before the big day!
Location
As good as your wedding photographer may be, you can make their lives a whole lot easier by choosing a stunning location for your marriage proposal. For the most striking t pictures, choose an isolated spot where the chance of other people being in the frame will be minimal so that the focus is on you and your new fiancée.
Unlike with your wedding photography, the focus will exclusively be on you and your partner, and unless you decide to invite family and friends to the proposal, you two should be the only ones in the pictures.
Having members of the public in the background can really hinder the quality of the shots. If you are set on proposing in a high-traffic area such as a city center or a tourist hotspot, consider going at quieter times of the day, such as an early morning or later in the evening, when there will likely be less footfall.
Lighting
In wedding photography lighting is crucial. Whilst a moonlit proposal under the stars could create an unforgettable romantic moment for you and your partner, this may not produce the best quality photos. Particularly if you are planning an outdoor proposal, you have endless natural resources at your disposal to create a stunning backdrop to your pictures in the daytime.
Consider harnessing the beauty of the sunlight, catching the first rays in the morning or the last flashes at night. To get the most out of your sunset or sunrise proposal, find an elevated location with a clear view of the horizon.
If you are envisioning a more low-key proposal at home or indoors, think about how you can set up some artificial lighting to create a special atmosphere. The right lighting can really help encapsulate the romanticism of the moment and help produce photographs that you will both cherish for years to come.
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