Storytelling
with Bridal PortraitsBY ANNI GRAHAM
A behind the scenes shoot
There is a misconception that storytelling means you just show up, hang back, and hope the couple knows what to do in front of the camera. And while most of a wedding day is purely documenting what is unfolding in front of you, bridal portraits are often the exception.
In this behind the scenes look at one of my shoots, I show you how to strike a balance between posing and storytelling while shooting some of the most anticipated photos in a gallery – the bridal portraits. You'll learn how something as simple as planning ahead and using a wide range of lenses can create emotional and dynamic images.
Storytelling is a balancing act between preparing, being present, offering encouragement, direction, being creative, and ultimately unveiling a story in your unique way.
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Do you ever feel like…
You crack under pressure when timelines are rushed and you don’t have any time for portraits
You revert back to the same old tired poses rather than expressing real creativity on a wedding day
You’re disappointed with the quality of your bridal portraits because you know your couples wanted more from those moments
I’m no stranger to these emotions. Through painful trial and error, I eventually learned how to set myself up for success under any conditions. Planning ahead and creating multiple backup options may sound simple, or even cliche, but it works.
I want to share my most helpful tips, strategies, techniques, and principles for executing bridal portraits consistently and creatively.
In the midst of dynamic timelines and unpredictable situations, I as the photographer want to make sure that these highly anticipated photos are a highlight. The more you are able to plan and think through everything ahead of time, the more you will be able to perform at a level that allows your couples to shine in any situation.
Sometimes just watching someone shoot can be the most educational experience
Once you have finished this course, I can guarantee you will have the confidence to create stunning portraits on any wedding day.
You will know how to break out of the tired old poses you always revert to when time is limited and instead create dynamic and emotional images in any situation.
DETAILS
English
1 hr of Content
BTS live shoot
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about the educator
Anni Graham
Hi, I’m Anni, co-owner of Immersed Education and full-time destination and adventure elopement photographer. Whether it’s a multi-day trek out into the epic, Patagonian wilderness, or a sensorially stimulating, cultural deep-dive into the colorful streets of Southeast Asia, my life’s passion has been to provide timeless photos of unforgettable experiences for couples all around the world.
It’s an unbelievable honor to capture sacred memories that my clients will be able to treasure for the rest of their lives. These courses are an expression and distillation of everything I’ve learned and loved about photography, travel, human connection, and conscientious entrepreneurialism over the course of my career. I got to where I am by completely immersing myself into my craft. I want to help you get there too.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not for this course.
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The foundational storytelling course is an in-depth look into the why and how I approach the mindset of storytelling. The course is a short, BTS live action video of me shooting a bridal couple.
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No. This course is a great add on to the Storytelling course as the live video provides so much information. But it is also educational for anyone who has not taken the Storytelling course and will give you an inside look at my approach to storytelling.
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Without a doubt. In the Storytelling course I share a live shoot with a couple, but bridal portraits are a breed of their own. This is a great add on to the Storytelling course as the BTS shoot will give you even more of an inside look into how I shoot.
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Each student has lifetime access to their products. Once purchased, you will receive information on how to sign up for your individual Immersed Account.
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Develop a new kind of confidence
Taking good pictures under pressure and in limited time is possible if you plan ahead, know your gear, and pay attention to the details. The challenge of turning the shortest moments of a wedding day into some of the most significant images can be extremely daunting.
Once you learn how to do it well, however, the very same sources of anxiety or distraction that used to paralyze you can become the unexpected inspiration for some of your most creative work.
“Portraits aren't just about the way a bride looks but also the way she feels, the way she moves, and the way she looks out at the world in that moment.”
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