Laconic Photographic

It comes with time! The more you're in front of the camera the more comfortable you become. 

BUT! As you're photographer its my job to make sure you LOOK as natural in front of the camera as possible, even if you feel a bit awkward.
I do this by giving you prompts, not poses. I wont tell you to stand and smile, because thats not natural. Instead I'll ask you to dance with your love, or walk towards the camera. I'll get you talking to each other, to help you feel at ease. And I'll tell you the worst dad jokes, to get you both laughing. 

I also offer engagement sessions with every package, so you can get a feel for being in front of the camera, and know what to expect on the day :) 

I never give out RAW photos.
To me, this is the same as a professional baker giving out a cake mix, rather than baking it to perfection, icing it, and presenting it to you ready to eat.
Although I never do much to you photos in terms of editing, the small things I do to them make a HUGE effect on the story your images tell, and the way they all look. Making sure your lighting looks the same throughout the day (even if it changed a lot), slight changes to the colours, and a slight crop will change the feel of your photos a lot.

This is the million dollar question... 

I always recommend looking at photos first. Do you like their work? Do the colours suit what you're looking for? Are they your ‘vibe’? What they show on their website will be what you can expect from them.
Then have a read through their website, and social media. You can get a feel for who they are, how they will interact with you, and what other clients have to say about them. Then reach out, and arrange to meet up!
Personally - I know not every photographer is for every couple. And I know the best way to figure that out is to have a coffee together, chat, talk about your day, and what YOU want for your wedding photography.
Remember - this person will be with you for a good chuck of your wedding day. You have to trust them, and like them enough to want to spend a day with them! 

I’d be happy to buy you a coffee (or tea, or Matcha, or soda) and chat if your considering me for your wedding!

There are NO rules these days.
You can have as many, or as few people in your wedding party as you want - if you want one at all! Both even, and odd numbered bridal parties look great in your photos, and if your worried about it looking uneven at the alter, you can just have your Maid/Man of Honour and Best Man/Woman stand next to you, and have the rest of the bridal party sitting in the first or second row.
The biggest thing to remember is you want people that you love, who will support you, and help you through the day, while also being ready to party. That could be by grabbing you a coffee in the morning, or making sure you remember to eat. By being trusted to hold (and not lose) the rings, or making sure you have tissues at the alter. Find people who bring you joy, and build you up, so that you can enjoy your day with little stress.