I am Seth, a Melbourne wedding videographer and have been shooting more than 300 wedding in my career, I used to cowrite with professor videographer Mark-How to film a wedding videography guide in 2021 for some novice wedding videographers. Now, I want to move a step more to teach someone who want to elevate their wedding videography skill to the next level. In this blog, I will show you some keywords you might use on the wedding day, and some direction for bride and groom’s preparation and portrait session.
Keywords to Use:
There are some key words the wedding videographer uses when giving the bride and groom delicate directions. I classify these key words into three categories: verbs, nouns, and phrases.
I also added phonetic symbols for those whose first language is not English.
- Action: Tilt ,smile, smell, nestle， spin ( /spɪn/) , sway, cuddle, lift, gaze (/ɡeɪz/), toast, whisper, hug, turn around, lean in, look down, touch cheek (/tʃiːk/) , glance (/ɡlɑːns/) , wrap, snuggle, giggle, twirl (/twɝːl/), trail, place, intertwine ( /ˌɪntəˈtwʌɪn/) , nuzzle, sweep, peek, sip, wink, high-five, playful nudge /nʌdʒ/, hair toss /tɔːs/, caress /kəˈrɛs/ stroll/strəʊl/
Wiggle, embrace (/ɪmˈbreɪs/) spray, straighten, fasten
- Noun: waist (/weɪst/), wrist, temple， chest ( /tʃest/) , profile (/ˈproʊ.faɪl/ ) cosmetic case, petal, cheek, back, hairpin, confetti, fingertip, tiara, flower garland ( /ˈɡɑːlənd/) , cologne， heel, stilettos (/stɪˈəʊ/) watch strap
Other key words
- eye contact, deep breath (/breθ/) , air kiss, light touch, shoulder rest， Laugh together, look down, by the window, in front of mirror, in sunlight, pat on shoulder, lean on each other, support each other， one leg over the other，rest your head, lift the chin, catch the wind, pick up the dress, fake run away, sweet ( /swiːt/) words, calm (/kɑːm/)， delicate (/ˈdel.ə.kət/) scent (/sent/), posture (/ˈpɒs.tʃər/)
Practical Usage and Sample Poses:
Congratulations! You’ve learned some essential keywords you might often use on a wedding day. Now, let’s explore some sample instructions to give you more ideas for creating beautiful wedding videography poses.
Groom’s Preparation
- Place one hand in your pocket, and with the other, gently adjust your jacket or cufflinks
- Let’s start with you putting on your jacket. Do it slowly, maybe button it up as you look in the mirror with a confident expression.
- Let’s capture you putting on your shoes. Sit down, lean forward
- Stand by the window, look out, and take in the day. This is your moment of calm before you go to meet her
- Look away from the camera with a serious face, as if you’re deep in thought
- Turn your head to the side and glance at the camera over your shoulder.
- Take a casual stroll, hands in your pockets, and glance back over your shoulder
- Let’s pretend this is your James Bond moment. Cool and composed!
Watch theme
- Could you adjust your cufflinks or put on your watch? Take your time, and look down as if you’re making sure everything’s perfect.
- How about showing off your watch a little? Maybe rest your hand near your chin or jacket—like you’re in a magazine ad
Bride’s Preparation
- Let’s turn your body a little towards the light.
- Hug your mom or dad and give them a little squeeze
- How about a toast? Everyone, raise your glasses towards the camera
- Grab a glass and let’s all have a toast together! Laugh, cheer
- Hold your bouquet and do a gentle turn towards us. Take it slow, and give us a little smile at the end
Jewelry theme
- Gently tuck your hair behind your ear to show off your earrings (alternative verb sweep, brush)
- Alright, first look at yourself in the mirror. Then, just give a quick glance at the camera with a soft expression
- Now, let’s put on the jewelry. Maybe look into the mirror as you put on your earrings or necklace, taking your time with each piece
Dress theme
- Let’s capture the details on your dress. How about a gentle twirl? Just enough to let the dress flow.
- Let’s have you hold your dress delicately with one hand, just lifting it slightly as you walk
- Hold your dress with both hands and sway it side to side, like you’re dancing with it.
Perfume theme
- Lift the bottle near your collarbone
- Place the bottle near your face, almost as if you’re about to apply it.
- Let’s capture you twirling slightly with the perfume in hand, as if you’re enjoying the scent
Bridal party shot or location section:
- Could you pull each other in for a close hug?
- Now, lean in as if you’re about to kiss, but hold just for a moment.
- How about a playful spin? Just twirl her gently and enjoy the moment!
- Take a moment and whisper something sweet in her ear
- Let’s turn your body a little towards the light.
- When you walk, just take it slow
- Take a moment to look into each other’s eyes
- Let’s do a close embrace where you rest your head gently on his chest. Let the moment feel intimate and close
- Just relax, put your arm around
- give [Bride/Groom’s Name] a hug or a playful nudge
- Hold [Bride’s Name] around her waist and pull her in close
- Nestle into his chest as if you never want to let go
- Gently caress her cheek, as if you’re admiring her beauty
