Why Consider Pre-wedding Photography in Melbourne

A wedding is an important event in anyone’s life. Having perfect photos from the day means those memories will stay with you for a lifetime. A pre-wedding photoshoot can be very useful in making sure you get the best photos of your special day.

When looking for the best pre-wedding photography, it is important to know a little about this kind of photography and what it entails.

What is pre-wedding photography?

A pre-shoot is a photo session that you do with your wedding photographer ahead of your wedding, normally three to six months before. This trend started in Asia, where the couple wears their wedding outfits in a pre-nuptial session, to essentially practice for their photoshoot on the big day.

The session is normally not too long and provides several important benefits;

• It allows the couple to become accustomed to being in front of the camera
• It lets the couple and the photographer build up a rapport
• It provides beautiful, romantic photos before your wedding

Sometimes, the shoot is a more extended affair, allowing the couple to take their time and try lots of different shots in various locations. A pre-wedding session provides the opportunity to do all of this in a relaxed environment, away from the rush and stress of the wedding day itself.

What is the difference between pre-wedding photography and engagement photography?

An engagement photography session is where couples have a photoshoot to celebrate their engagement. They usually wear nice, presentable clothing, but clothing that is less formal than a wedding outfit.

Like pre-wedding photography, an engagement photoshoot is also a great way for the couple to get to know their photographer, and become comfortable in front of the camera. However, they don’t get a trial run in doing particular poses and movements in their wedding clothing, which can sometimes be restrictive. Also, because the couple is wearing casual clothes, these photos can not be used as a replacement for wedding photos.

Why should I buy a pre-wedding photoshoot package?

Pre-wedding photography packages help you to get accustomed to being in front of the camera. Most people haven’t spent very much time having photos taken, certainly not in a formal photoshoot setting. You will probably feel nervous and awkward in front of the camera and it is much better to get those nerves out of the way well before your wedding. This means, on the day, you will feel much more comfortable, as you have prepared already.

Secondly, a pre-wedding photoshoot is an excellent way for you as a couple to build a relationship with your photographer. Wedding photography has come a long way in recent years, and rather than just asking you to pose and smile, your photographer run through a range of creative shots with you.

You may feel self-conscious if you do not know your photographer well. However, if you've built up a rapport with them, you’ll let yourself relax and try new things. At the end of the day, this means that you’re more likely to end up with stunning shots of your wedding day.

On the flipside of this, a pre-wedding photoshoot is a great way for the photographer to get to know the couple. Having a feel for the couple's personalities and their likes and dislikes is very important for a photographer. This will help them to make the couple more comfortable and to take stunning photos that they will love.

Having a pre-wedding photoshoot also means that you’ll have a bigger collection of photos of your special day. You may even find you like these photos better, as they were taken in a relaxed environment rather in the midst of a very long, busy ceremony.

These are also useful photos to have before your wedding as you can use them before or during the event itself. For example, you could use the shots during your wedding as part of a slide show that you play during the reception. Images are often the best storyteller, and these photos will show your guests so much about you as a couple.

What are the best locations for pre-wedding photography in Melbourne?

Where you want to have your pre-wedding photo is up to you. The best pre-wedding shoots offer the opportunity to try out every aspect of your wedding photos, which includes different locations. However, you may prefer a simple shoot in a studio instead. This will entirely come down to your preference.

If you do want to visit different locations as part of your pre-wedding photography, Melbourne provides an excellent range of places. Melbourne has a fantastic mix of beautiful gardens, cityscapes, laneways and historical buildings, many within easy reach of each other. There are also a number of indoor and covered locations, perfect for if the weather turns rainy.

We can recommend some of our favourite pre-wedding photography locations in Melbourne which include:

• Fitzroy Gardens for its lush greenery
• Flinders Lane for urban landscapes and true Melbourne vibes
• Carlton Gardens for its beautiful flowerbeds, shady avenues, and historic architecture
• Luna Park for a quirky and unique setting
• Victoria Barracks for impressive architecture

What happens after a pre-wedding photoshoot?

After the photoshoot, you’ll have the opportunity to go through the photos. This gives you an idea of what photos work well, and which ones don’t. You can then discuss this with your photographer, and tell them which photos you like and why. This will give your photographer important insight to help them take the perfect shots for you on your wedding day.

A pre-wedding photoshoot can be a great option for any couple. It is a way to get used to the camera and your photographer, as well as to gain some beautiful photos that you can use for your big day.