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2. Wedding photoshoot attire under the rain
Taking wedding photos on a rainy day may make it difficult for you to move around when wearing elegant, flowing evening gowns. Therefore, for this photoshoot concept, it's best to prepare lightweight, easy-to-move-in outfits for yourself or seek assistance from a studio to prepare stylish yet practical attire to make the photo truly special.
Additionally, brides and grooms should opt for simple, comfortable shoes with good grip to avoid slipping during the shoot. Especially for the bride, avoiding high heels is advisable for this style of photoshoot, and both of you should consider bringing along a pair of sandals to make moving around easier.
3. Makeup tips for rainy wedding photoshoots
Makeup enhances the bride's radiance and sparkle on her big day. It's a crucial factor in the success of every wedding photo. Everyday makeup is challenging enough; rainy wedding day makeup is even more complex.
- Rain can cause makeup to smudge and blur, affecting the bride's beauty. Therefore, it's best to have a makeup artist use specialized products that resist smudging, are long-lasting, and waterproof. Opt for eye gel instead of powder, liquid blush, primer... to make your makeup last longer.
- On rainy days, brides should avoid heavy makeup, as it's more likely to smudge. A subtle, translucent makeup style is the ideal choice, giving the bride a natural, gentle, yet romantic look.
4. Choosing experienced photographers and crews for rainy photoshoots
Most importantly, ensure that your wedding photographer is experienced and confident in dealing with rainy weather. Wind and rain can pose challenges, requiring a skilled photographer to capture beautiful shots. Inquire about their experience with capturing photos in the rain.
The photographer should be capable of taking good night shots and be sensitive enough to observe and capture precious moments. Once you've chosen your photographer, have a thorough discussion with them and trust them to do their job. Both parties should prepare well for the photoshoot.
5. Prepare props and make use of the rainy atmosphere for impressive photos
Bring along some props and combine them to create special photos. These props could be rain boots, colorful umbrellas, a fashionable jacket, or a large tent... so that you both can shelter from the rain while taking photos.
Rain doesn't always bring a gloomy atmosphere – think about famous scenes in movies or artistic photos of couples exchanging sweet kisses in the rain.
It's not always romantic, sometimes you can get unique photos thanks to the rain. You might capture special moments like water splashing, dancing in the rain, or simply a tight embrace in the pouring rain.
6. Capture reflections through rainwater puddles
After the rain, there are always puddles left behind, still and reflective like unique mirrors reflecting the surrounding scenery. If you want to capture an image with this concept, choose a calm, wide puddle in a place with minimal wind to ensure clear reflections.
Next, choose a low shooting angle, the closer the lens is to the ground, the better, adjust the shooting angle accordingly, and snap the picture to create a new masterpiece. An additional tip is to adjust the shadow settings; increasing this parameter will enhance the reflection on the water surface.
7. Capturing everyday life moments
Suddenly witnessing beautiful moments of busy people seeking shelter from the rain, others leisurely strolling with umbrellas, bustling markets trading under the rain... You can instantly capture that wonderful moment with a camera or just a phone in hand. Pay attention to choose a suitable location, with a less cluttered scene to enhance the beauty of the photo.
A small tip for you is to shoot in a panning style, follow the direction of the moving object, and remember not to stop when you press the shutter button, but continue panning a bit more to make the photo look more realistic, as if it's in motion. To capture this type of photo, you need to hold the camera steady, adjust the shutter speed to about 1/15 - 1/30 second to catch the movement of the subject.
