Here are 7 Tips to Maximize your Bridal Portrait Session as well as some lovely ideas to get you dreaming about your bridal portraits.

All wedding venues are not the same, and the best outdoor wedding venues will have multiple areas for photographing in natural light. One of the benefits of choosing an outdoor venue like Carolina Country Weddings in the Charlotte, NC area is the unique natural backdrops such as our beautiful rolling hills, natural gardens, green fields and lush forests. If you’re like us you want your bridal portraits to be one of a kind.

We have acres and acres of beautiful backdrops (425 acres in fact) for your bridal and wedding pictures and nothing beats discovering your favorite spots before your wedding day. Your photographer will also appreciate the extra time to explore our sites, especially if they’ve not shot a wedding here before.
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Tip #1 Scheduling a bridal portrait session at your venue gives your photographer the opportunity to scope out photography locations/inspiration for your wedding day

Loose tendrils around your face are adorable. However, when hair is in front of your face it detracts from the quality of the picture. Have a close friend or family member stand behind the photographer with hair pins in hand to tame escaping locks of hair in certain poses.

Tip #2 Your bridal portrait session gives you the opportunity to view your hairstyle through the lens of a camera

Detail shots of the dress, particularly unique aspects that you love are a must! Be sure to have your photographer highlight everything you love about the dress.

Tip #3 Don’t forget to have your photographer capture all the details of your wedding look

Avoid looking down at the ground unless your photographer has specifically prompted you to do so. People looking at your bridal portraits want to see your beautiful face. We have seen many an amazing image be passed over because the bride’s face is hidden. This is especially true when walking pictures are being taken (Don’t worry! You are not going to trip).

Tip #4 When in doubt, look up

Decide if you want your portraits to be a particular style beforehand. Some popular bridal portrait styles currently are: candid, journalistic, moody, artistic, dramatic and classic.

Tip #5 Choose your photography style and feel

What should you bring to your bridal portrait session?

Beyond the obvious dress, shoes, veil and jewelry, consider adding a bridal bouquet. If you don’t want this extra expense some great alternatives are: a long stemmed rose or similar flower, a stalk of pampas grass or wheat, a dried wildflower bunch, an heirloom broach, or other nostalgic treasured family item.

Tip #6 Bring a prop

And finally, You want your portrait to reflect your unique personality. Don’t be afraid to show who you are as a person through props. Some examples are hats, jackets, shoes, wraps, vehicles and vintage items. Being yourself will make your portraits authentic and appealing.

Tip #7 Showcase your personality

If you’re looking for a Fort Mill, SC wedding venue near you, look no further! This naturally serene space is a short 30 minute drive from north Charlotte, NC. Want to explore more?

At a Glance

• 3721 Little Buffalo Creek Road, Mount Pleasant, NC, 28124

• Set on 427 acres

• Capacity 160

Thank you so much for stopping by! We hope you found this blog inspiring. Carolina Country Weddings is a locally owned and operated family business. We are dedicated to using our platform to support locally owned wedding venues. With them you will often see a higher level of hospitality, better communication and a greater desire to exceed expectations. As you plan your wedding we hope you will consider a locally owned wedding venue like ours. We are thrilled to support wedding venue owners from around the country. You can find them  featured on this wedding venue map.

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