Tips for Great Wedding Photos, Even in the Rain
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Rain on your wedding day is one of the biggest fears of many soon to be married couples but you don't have to let a little rain get in the way of taking unforgettable photos. The rain can actually add a beautiful and romantic element to your images. Here are three things to keep in mind if the rain clouds happen to roll in on your big day.
3 Tips For Rainy Wedding Day Photography:
1. Have a Positive Attitude
Yes, it’s a bummer when the weather doesn't cooperate with you on your wedding day but that doesn't mean your whole day is ruined! If you have a negative outlook on the rain these feelings and expressions will show through in your wedding photos. Its so important to keep a positive mindset and pay attention to your body language.
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2. You can Always Find Plenty of Places to Stay Dry.
Awnings, porches, gazebos, bridges and even the protection of tree branches can shield you from the rain and provide the perfect backdrop. Chances are your photographer has already scouted out the area and made note of areas that can be used for these purposes. You also have the options of incorporating umbrellas into your portraits. Clear umbrellas are all the rage, and perfect for letting light through for photographs. They make great props for portraits and I've heard you can personalize them to display you name, initials, or wedding date.
3. Keep Your Activities as Planned.
Many couples consider forgoing some of the scheduled shots because of the rain. But the rain can actually enhance the images and result in picture-perfect settings. The rain serves as a beautiful natural backdrop and the overcast clouds are ideal for outdoor lighting. It also gives your surroundings a boost in saturation so the colors around you really stand out. Not to mention all the glimmer of light it can reflect for an enchanting setting. So before you write off these outdoor portraits talk to your photographer and let them work their magic.
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One last note on the wedding day timeline. Disclaimer: *this may not work in every situation* especially when other vendors are involved, but checking the hourly weather may shed some light on the possibility of making slight adjustments to the portrait time. It worked for us at one of our early Spring weddings here in Portland OR and we were able to move Portraits one hour earlier avoiding a very heavy rain storm in the middle of our couples wedding pictures!
If you are really against the idea of shooting in the rain speak with your photographer and the venue about setting up a time to come back to do bride and groom portraits. Otherwise, don't let the rain get you down on your wedding day. Particularly if you are having a Spring wedding here in the PNW, you MUST plan on the possibility of a rainy day! Embrace it and trust that your photographer has all the tools and creative mindset to capture you beautifully in the not so ideal elements.
