Add Drama To Your Wedding Portraits! 8 Stunning Ideas To Cop

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Make a backlit shot work to your favour. Here, the gorgeous colours of the sunset create a stark contrast against your silhouettes.

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With a fabulous location, half the battle's won. You can't go wrong with astounding views of mountains and a vast lake. This was shot at Roys Peak in Wanaka, New Zealand.

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Twice as stunning: Reflections in mirrored surfaces or still water can create stunning contemporary effects.

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Make close-up shots like this look extra intimate - pose against a setting sun to capture the warmth and soft romantic glow.

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Create extra oomph with smoke and strong lighting that make you the focus of the shot.

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Look for interesting wall fixtures, decor or murals that can give your pictures extra pizzazz. This neon sign adds a urban, street-style appeal.

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In the day, these arches would look romantic. Shot at night, and with strong lighting and shadows, the structure looks even more majestic.

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When you've got a dramatic landscape, go with the mood of your surroundings. One trick we often deploy during shoots - throwing up the skirts to create movement and more drama. The key is to make it look natural.

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Discuss with your photographer to explore different angles. Taken from the a low angle, the pebbles give this picture more depth.

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