Why Wedding Portraits Are Better Taken After the Wedding
Let’s face it, your wedding day is going to be a bit of a blur. Between Uncle Joe’s attempts at breakdancing and your groomsmen’s last-minute “I need to find my other shoe” panic, it can feel like there’s no time to breathe, let alone arrange stress free time for perfect portraits. But what if I told you there’s a way to guarantee stunning photos without the chaos? Yep, I’m talking about post-wedding portraits – and in this case little something I call “The Best Experience Portrait Adventure”.
Post-wedding portraits is for couples who want epic photos without the stress. Plus, they’re a great excuse to get all dressed up again (because honestly, who doesn’t want to wear their wedding attire twice?). Here’s why you should totally consider it:
1. No More Racing the Clock Or Trying To Get More Hours Into Your Day
Wedding day timelines? Unless your wedding starts super early, it can be a bit of a nightmare finding time for everything you want to do and experience without it feeling like you’re rushing through the day. While wedding days have become more relaxed in recent years with couples wanting more time to just hang out with their guests, there are still certain traditions and aspects of the day that take a lot of time, dinner being one of them. By setting aside a separate day for your portraits, you get to wave goodbye to the rush. You’ll have plenty of time to relax, have fun, and actually enjoy the process—because nothing kills the vibe like a someone yelling, “You’ve got five minutes!”
2. Pick Your Dream Spot – ANYWHERE!
Always wanted photos on a cliff overlooking the ocean or in a magical forest? Or possibly even in another country? With post-wedding portraits, you can go full fantasy mode without worrying about logistics. Forget rushing back for dinner, speeches or the first dance—you’re free to pick the most breathtaking locations, even if they’re hours from your wedding venue.
3. Let Your Creativity Run Wild
Want to wade into a river, climb a tree, or maybe recreate that iconic scene from Titanic? Go for it! (Just, you know, skip the iceberg.) When the wedding day is behind you, the pressure is off, and you can get as artsy or adventurous as you want. This is your chance to let your personalities shine in every shot.
4. Ditch the Wedding Day Stress
Wedding days can be… a lot. From the moment you wake up, it’s a whirlwind of nerves, schedules, and people asking, “Where should I sit?” By saving your portraits for later, you can be fully present on your big day, soaking in every moment without worrying about when you’ll squeeze in photos. But don’t worry – we will always take a few portraits so that you can remember exactly how you looked like on your wedding day!
5. Weather? No Problem
Rain on your wedding day might be “good luck,” but it’s not great for photos, although there’s always ways to work around it – or better yet; embracing whatever comes. With a post-wedding session, you can play the long game and wait for perfect weather. No more stressing over clouds or wind if you don’t want them to be the star of the show—you’re in control. Or maybe it’s the other way around; maybe you want the storm and the dramatic skies, and that’s very much okay too!
6. An Excuse to Rock Your Wedding Outfits Again
Seriously, why only wear that gorgeous dress or sharp suit once? Pull them out for round two and relive the magic—without worrying about spilled wine or frosting mishaps. Bonus: you can go wild this time because the dry cleaner’s got your back.
7. Turn It into an Adventure
Love hiking, camping, or chasing sunsets? A post-wedding session is the perfect excuse to do something fun together. Imagine wandering through the Finnish archipelago, climbing to a mountaintop in Norway, or even roasting marshmallows by a campfire in some cool national park. You’ll get epic photos and memories to match—win-win!
8. Capture the Real You
Without the chaos of the wedding day, you’ll feel more relaxed and natural. No forced smiles or stiff poses here! Just the two of you, being your quirky, adorable selves while I’ll work my magic. We will probably laugh a lot too.
Ready to give The Best Experience Portrait Adventure a chance?
Your wedding day is just the beginning, and your portraits should tell the whole story. By choosing to take them (for the most part) after your wedding day, you’re giving yourselves the chance to create something truly unique—from jaw-dropping backdrops to intimate, laughter-filled moments. Whether you’re scaling a cliff or cuddling under a starry sky or northern lights, these portraits will be a beautiful reflection of your love and adventure together.
So, ditch the timeline and take the scenic route. Your post-wedding portraits will thank you (and so will future you, when you’re flipping through your album).
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