How to Feel Comfortable in Front of the Camera & Get the Most Authentic Wedding Photos!
Let’s be real—not everyone loves being in front of the camera. Maybe you’re worried about feeling awkward, pulling weird faces (think Chandler from friends…), or just not knowing what to do with your hands (we’ve all been there!). But guess what? Your wedding photos should feel natural, joyful, and 100% YOU—not forced, stiff, or staged.
So, how do you ditch the nerves and get those genuine, love-filled, totally epic photos? Keep reading for my foolproof guide to feeling confident, relaxed, and camera-ready on your wedding day!
Trust Your Photographer (We’ve Got You!)
A great photographer isn’t just there to take pictures—we’re here to hype you up, guide you, and make you feel like a rockstar. You don’t need to know how to pose or where to look. That’s our job!
Pro Tip: Choose a photographer whose vibe matches yours. Love fun, natural, documentary wedding photographs? Pick someone who specializes in capturing candid moments—not stiff magazine like portraits. I know we’re all traumatized from school photos, but hear me out!
On the day: Forget about the camera and just focus on each other. Laugh, hug, whisper inside jokes—do whatever feels right. Those are the moments that make magic happen.
Keep Moving – Motion = Natural, Effortless Photos!
One of the biggest reasons people feel awkward in front of the camera? Standing still, overthinking their pose!
Instead of worrying about where to put your hands or how to smile, try this:
Walk hand-in-hand with your partner, whisper something funny, then look at each other.
Dance, spin, twirl, or even run towards the camera laughing.
Hug, squeeze, snuggle—movement creates authentic, natural photos (and stops you from overthinking!).
Pro Tip: If you feel awkward, just wiggle your fingers, shift your weight, or take a deep breath—tiny movements help everything feel more relaxed and natural.
Focus on Your Partner, Not the Camera
Your wedding photos aren’t about looking “perfect”—they’re about capturing the connection between you, your partner and everyone you LOVE. Instead of worrying about the lens, try this:
Look at each other instead of at the camera. Yup, its really that simple.
Whisper the funniest thing that’s happened today.
Think about the moment you first met, your first date, or the time you knew they were “the one.”
When you focus on the love and excitement of the day, the camera disappears. And THAT is when the best, most emotional photos happen!
Laugh, Be Silly, and Embrace the Imperfections
Some of the BEST wedding photos aren’t posed—they happen in those in-between moments when you’re cracking up, making goofy faces, or getting caught in the wind. Don’t fight it—embrace it!
Pro Tip: If you feel a little stiff, do something silly! A little fake laugh usually turns into a real one, and awkwardness melts away.
Breathe & Trust the Process
If you’re feeling self-conscious, just take a deep breath and let go. You’re marrying your best friend, celebrating with your favorite people, and this is your moment to shine!
Don’t stress about “perfect” poses.
Don’t overthink where to look.
Don’t worry about angles—that’s a wedding photographers job!
Just show up, be yourself, and enjoy the best day of your life—your photos will reflect that joy!
Remember: The Best Photos Are the Ones That FEEL Like You
At the end of the day, the best wedding photos aren’t about looking flawless. They’re about real, raw, joyful, messy, magical moments. So forget about posing, let your personality shine, and just have the time of your life.
If you want a wedding photographer who is all about storytelling in a way that feels effortless and completely you—let’s make it happen! I’ll be there to document every teary vow, every wild dance move, and every sparkler-lit kiss.
