• It's best to shoot about three group shots after the ceremony. This should be of the couple with the bridal party.
• To make the other group shots less formal, change the position of the couple so as to make the snaps look less contrived! It's painful as it is to plaster a smile for 15 minutes.
• For larger groups, get the photographer to stand on something higher like steps.
• Looking up into the camera with your head tilted to one side emphasises your eyes and smoothes out a double chin.
• If you have official photographers on the scene, coordinate with them well in advance and tell them what angles you would prefer them to take.
• Putting on makeup is a must. It should look as natural as possible, just highlighting features such as the eyes and lips, with a good base or foundation to conceal blemishes.
• Don't try a new hairstyle for the big day. Avoid a heavily lacquered look.
• Use matt make up. Shiny make up will reflect in photos.
• Getting a bit of movement in your pictures will make it livelier and less staid.
• It is believed that pictures would definitely look better in black and white; so ask your friends to bring in a roll.
• Smile, Please! Given that having a good time is supposed to be the high point of your wedding day, you want to be reminded of the fact when you peer back at your snaps.
• Remember you may try to look cool and mysterious (which might just come across as miserable    and you don't want that, do you?)
• When posing, turn your hips at right angles to the camera.

Think happy thoughts. It will show on your face.

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