Top Trends in Wedding Photography
Getting married is a beautiful thing, and getting married in Maui is even more beautiful. Thus, it’s no wonder you’d want to capture your special moment with gorgeous photos. However, these days, it’s not just as simple as hiring a photographer and having them show up to take shots on the big day. Nowadays, customers can request specific styles, themes, and more for their wedding day photographs. And, with the internet, it’s easy to find tons of inspiration.
As you search for photo ideas, make sure you consider the hottest new trends in wedding photography!
A Natural Focus
Today, every photo you see is likely to have filters applied or to be photoshopped to death. And, while this trend may reign supreme on social media, many couples are opting for a more natural approach to some or all of their wedding photos. These are photos that feel raw and real. Some of them are even candid shots. They also feature natural light, which Maui offers in abundance, and which can make photos all the more breathtaking. If you enjoy this style, show your photographer natural pictures you like by browsing Pinterest or other sites. From there, they can capture the exact look and feel you’re going for.
Professionals Only!
While it used to be considered the norm to have friends and family members take their own photos at the wedding—some couples would even place disposable cameras on each table for that purpose—and share them later, this trend is falling by the wayside. Nowadays, in fact, many photographers complain about not being able to get the perfect shot (or even a very good one) thanks to people’s phones waving in the air or, even worse yet, massive tablets being angled everywhere.
If you want to avoid these kinds of issues in your pictures, consider instituting a “professional photography only” rule at your wedding. That way, all your photos will be from the photographer . . . and won’t include iPhones in every shot.
Pre-Wedding Photos
Finally, it’s becoming more and more common for bridal parties to schedule at least some of their photos before the actual wedding day. They feel that doing so eliminates at least one item from their neverending wedding day checklist and can also result in everyone looking and feeling more relaxed and just plain having more fun with the photo session. Plus, it’s a great chance to make sure all clothes fit and that everyone is able to get their hair and makeup just right! If this option seems like a good one for you, be sure to ask your photographer about open slots in the days leading up to your wedding.
As you can see, wedding photography isn’t the same as it once was. These days, brides and grooms are free to offer their own input and have more control over how things go. Take advantage of this fact, and put your photographer to work in a way that suits you!
