Wedding Preparation Photography

The bride had just finished her make-up and hair when the mother and bridesmaid entered the room.   All eyes were on the mirror so my presence went unnoticed.  I moved a little closer and took the shot before the first words were spoken.

The brides face tells the story together with the gesture from the bridesmaid.   I also like the way the characters on the wallpaper seem to be looking and reacting to the moment.   The room was small and the lighting low (ISO 3200 at F/2.0) and I enhanced the natural warm feel of the colours in post to add to the cosy and private feel, which is also further enhanced by the voyeuristic nature of my shot over the hairdresser’s shoulder.

In terms of composition, the focus point and position of the bride is also on the third of the frame which makes her stand out.  Double that with the fact she is in a frame within a frame thanks to the mirror.

Pictures like these make preparation shots on the wedding day a hit with brides.  Preparation shots also let the groom see a part of the day they otherwise never would.

Visualsnap | Wedding Photographer Kent