Your Surrey Wedding - Dec/Jan 2019 (Issue 80)

Our experts solve your problems  wedding worries WINTER ROMANCE My hubby-to-be and I are worried about having our pictures taken on our big day. We’re not the best posers but would love a few snaps in the venue’s wintry grounds. What would you suggest we do? It’s actually pretty easy to overcome your fear. To get the best results, simply concentrate on your hands and feet. Our natural response is to stand stiff and frozen because we’re concentrating too much on getting the perfect picture. By shifting our weight from one foot to another, we create mobility in our hips and feet. Here is a little experiment for you: Next time you’re standing, take note of how you stand. Better still, the next you go for a wedding dress fitting, stand in front of the mirror and look at how shifting your weight from one foot to the other affects the movement in your lower body. What does it do to your hips and how does it create a shape in your gown? Once you feel comfortable with your feet, you can start to think about your hands. These are generally awkward and need something to do, so by giving them a purpose, they can actually make us feel more relaxed. Just by resting your hands on your thighs, hips or groom’s chest can make all the difference. It may seem like there are a lot of posing techniques to remember, but your photographer will know how to create beautiful portraits and everything will fall into place. Fiona Ingvarsson Photographer fionaelizabethphotography.com fionaelizabethphotography.com DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY We’re getting ready to book our big-day entertainment, but we’re a bit nervous about booking someone online that we’ve never met. Do you have any suggestions? It can be worrying booking an entertained without meeting them first. To help, I’ve put together my top tips to help you find the perfect supplier. ❤ Start looking for local entertainers, either to you or your venue. ❤ Ask for recommendations from a trusted source. ❤ Most acts will perform at wedding showcases, so ask where and when you can see them live. ❤ If your chosen act is too far away, request a live, unedited video call and ask for some past clients that you can contact. ❤ Look for references to gigs where a certain level of audition would have been required, for example, Warner Leisure Hotels or Butlins. ❤ It may be worth travelling to see your supplier if entertainment is going to be a key part of your day. ❤ A good talent agent should also be able to help. Paul Holgate Entertainer sosinatra.com EXPERT ADVICE 83