Pre-wedding, as the name says, is a special photo shoot of the bride and groom before the wedding. The rehearsal is usually three months from the big day, and it is a moment of pure love amid the rush of the final stretch of preparations. That is, an opportunity to enjoy the moment of calm and still have beautiful photos to remember the rest of your life!
"Think of an essay that will record the transition from relationship to early life to two, that marks this change and makes you get closer and closer," highlights one of the most beloved photographers of Belo Horizonte (MG), Pollyana Oliver.
We asked Pollyana everything you need to know to make an unforgettable pre-wedding, check it out!
Why can pre-wedding be such a cool idea?
- It can become a save the date: The invitation is a charm and is very successful! You can enjoy pre-wedding in two ways: creating an art using one or more photos of the rehearsal and / or doing something during the wedding photo shoot, such as wooden letters, chalk board, little plates and many more. other ideas.
- Be used in wedding invitation: Of course, the classic never goes out of style, but if your marriage runs out of the traditional, the invitation must have the same "face", isn't it? One way to make a personalized invitation is to use one or more pre-wedding images. Spontaneous photos taken in daylight look amazing on modern invitations!
- Beautify the wedding website: Getting into a wedding site full of professional photos is eye-popping! As much as you use a free tool to create your site, pre-wedding photos will make all the difference as they will make the page much more attractive and inviting. Bet on this idea, everyone will love it!
- Customize party decoration: It can be a painting at the entrance, a picture frame on the table or a space prepared with several images of the essay. The impact of professional photos portraying the couple's joy in the decoration of the reception is a detail that enriches the space and brings a lot of positive energy.
- Decorate the new house: Since beautiful photos are to be shown, select the favorites and put them in frames or have pictures made to decorate the bedroom, living room and / or any other part of the house. Looking at the photos daily always brings the memories of a delicious and special day.
- Choose a good photographer: In addition to being a skilled professional who really mastered the technique of photography, choose a photographer who has a connection with you. Look at various jobs and hire someone with the personality and look that best suits your style.
- Think carefully about the location: It is very common for the couple to have a place that is or was special for the relationship, one that is part of your story, that you often go or just have fun together. It can be city, park, square, place, beach, anywhere! If you still do not think the place is not ideal for photos, think of something that identifies them, such as a sport, hobby or common habit, and use this theme.
- Stay tuned for the season: especially if the location of the photos is in the open. In this case, it is recommended to avoid rainy seasons, however, it may happen to rain and it is good to prepare for it too and to play in the rain, because, yes, there are beautiful records made in the rain. What is not worth is discouraging!
- Invest in makeup: The pre-wedding deserves a basic production, after all, the photos will be forever! Hire the makeup and hair service and explain to the professional where the photos will be taken. Take also the clothes that will be used in the rehearsal. All this so that its production is done in harmony with the place and the costumes.
- Relax and enjoy the moment: For Pollyana, the photographer is concerned with angles, lights, framing, composition, but smiles and emotions must come naturally for the result of the essay to be spontaneous. So relax with the poses and enjoy the moment of tranquility to enjoy and have fun. You deserve!
As there's plenty of reason to shoot before the big day, look for inspirations that will make your rehearsal even more amazing and schedule yours!
Ideas for your pre-wedding
Always wonders where to do pre-wedding photos, right? Pollyana points out that it is important that the search for the perfect place is in tune with the meaning of all this for the couple. That's why we've listed some ideas for you to get inspired, open your mind and enjoy this unique moment in the best way possible. Check out!
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On the beach
The natural beach scene gives a touch of paradise in the rehearsal and the result, of course, is beautiful!
In the field
Choosing nature as your pre-wedding setting is a sure bet. We live in a country full of beautiful green fields, so options will not be missing near you!
On the hill
The look is incredible everywhere, and in this case the cloud-laden sky made the scenery even more charming.
In the waterfall
The effect inside or outside a waterfall is impactful. One tip is to choose a business day to do the rehearsal, so you avoid finding crowded places.
In the city
Urban environments are bad for you, especially if the city you choose has any meaning for you.
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During sunset
If your pre-wedding is in the open, make sure to arrange a time with the photographer that includes the sunset to have such incredible records.
In the evening
In town or in the countryside, nighttime photos can be surprising. Have you thought
In the rain
After all, if it happens to rain, take the moment to have records full of joy and personality.
In an amusement park
Besides being a place that brings good memories, the variety of colors and toys yield incredible records!
In an abandoned building
Places we never imagined can become a lens painting of a photographer. Looking is everything!
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On the road
Why not set the stage for your pre-wedding that road you love or find beautiful?
In a place that marked the relationship
Surely the record will have even more meaning, as for this couple who met in a library.
With the dog
The presence of the furry companion will make your session much more fun and the result will be beautiful and very cute photos!
In addition to all the tips on where to do your rehearsal, it's nice that you see it as an opportunity to have a quiet couple before the wedding and forget that there's a photographer recording everything. This will make clicks more spontaneous and intimate.
What outfit should I wear for pre-wedding?
This is one of the questions photographer Pollyana Oliver listens to most about the photo shoot. “I believe in essay and style that identifies each one. The clothes should be what they feel good about, so we can make records that they recognize and remember this day in a delightful way. For this, it is important to respect the style of each ?, points out.
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She supports the detachment of standardized models and encourages the use of pieces that each feels comfortable to wear. "Do you know when someone looks at a picture and says, wow, it's your face, all to see!" For me, as a photographer, this result is the most important, is it what makes all the difference from one essay to another ?, says Pollyana.
However, it is still common to feel unsure about what to wear. In this case, opt for the classic "less is more". Choose pieces of clothing and shoes that match the location you choose for the photos? no high heels at the waterfall, for example? and do not overdo the accessories. When in doubt, bet on more neutral tones or classic white and black shirts.
Tips for an unforgettable pre-wedding rehearsal
Add to all this that we speak here of your joy in marriage. Pre-wedding will make your big day even more special!
50 ideas to inspire your pre-wedding
After so many tips on how to have an amazing rehearsal, beautiful images could not be missing to inspire your pre-wedding. Enjoy!
1. Pre-wedding is ideal for pre-wedding registration
2. It can have elements that express the personality of the couple.
3. Something that identifies them
4. Or just a moment of tranquility
5. It is a unique and very special record.
6. Perfect to portray the love that united them
7. And an excuse to escape the rush of preparations
8. In pre-wedding there are no rules
9. Anywhere Can Become a Background
10. From the top of a saw
11. Enjoying the lights on at night
12. At the doorstep
13. And why not at a table?
14. What counts is the couple's joy
15. So laugh a lot
16. And Do What You Will
17. Spontaneity contributes to beautiful records
18. Be Open to New Ideas
19. Including those nothing up to standard
20. Explore new places
21. And other perspectives
22. A new look under a concrete jungle may surprise
23. Like flowers seen from a new angle
24. Using elements that can enrich your pre-wedding is a good choice.
25. Balloons and pennants, for example, are pure charm.
26. Another creative idea is a word made of wood.
27How about a special picnic?
28. Or shirts that complement each other just like the people who wear them
29. Sportsman Couple Does Character Rehearsal
30. And how much tuning in the smile and the clothes!
31. Animals are also very welcome at pre-wedding
32. Because besides being very cute, they are true companions
33. Can your spontaneity yield unique records? and hilarious
34. It's a lot of love!
35. And this overflowing love makes an even more special save the date
36. By the way, ideas abound for using the essay as save the date.
37. Heart-shaped blackboard written in chalk, isn't it beautiful?
38. An example of how to leverage an essay photo to save the date
39. And more inspiring images to make your pre-wedding
40. Be overlooking the blue ocean
41. In the city of love
42. In a field at dusk
43. In a Rainy New York
44. No photo shoot will be the same as the other
45. As much as it is done in the same place
46. Each couple has a different essence.
47. And every sunrise comes new clicks.
48. So enjoy every moment of pre-wedding
49. To have beautiful records of a special day
50. And good memories of the magic moment of saying yes?
Now that you have seen so many advantages and beautiful pre-wedding inspirations, book your essay right away! From her experience with countless couples, Pollyana says she only regrets those who didn't. "One of the best memories after the wedding is to look at the pictures decorating the house and remember such a delicious and special day."
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