Create More Flattering Bridal Portraits with Vanessa Joy

Most brides haven’t spent much time being professionally photographed, so knowing how to guide them is a big part of getting a great portrait. In her new KelbyOne class, Posing Brides, Vanessa Joy shows you how to take the guesswork out of posing and give your bride clear direction.

Vanessa starts with the legs and works through the hands, waistline, shoulders, and face, showing how each adjustment helps build a flattering pose. She also explains how to choose a lens that complements your subject and work with lighting, from a simple reflector to off-camera flash. Once the pose is in place, she adds movement to bring some variety to the portraits and show off the dress.

All of the examples are straight-out-of-camera JPEGs, so you can see the results of her posing and lighting choices as she makes them. If you photograph weddings, there’s plenty here to put to use at your next shoot. You can watch the first lesson for free.