Capturing Family Moments: The Importance of a Pre-Wedding Shoot with Children

Planning a wedding is an exciting time, especially when your children are already part of your love story.


From choosing flowers to tasting cakes, it’s a whirlwind of decisions – but one thing often overlooked is the value of a pre-wedding photoshoot, particularly when children are involved. Here’s why we believe it’s more than just a nice-to-have – we believe it’s an essential part of your wedding journey.


You (the couple!) get to know the photographer


Let’s be honest, being in front of the camera can feel a bit awkward – especially if you’re not used to it. A pre-wedding shoot gives you and your partner the chance to meet us in a relaxed setting before the big day. You’ll get used to how we work and what kind of direction we provide and start to feel more confident and natural in front of the lens. Come your wedding day, you’ll be able to focus on enjoying the moment rather than worrying about how to pose.


A romantic couple embraces under a twisted tree branch in a garden with scattered flower petals on the ground on their prewedding photoshoot
A couple walking together on a gravel path under a wooden garden arch surrounded by trees and shrubs on their pre wedding photoshoot.
A happy family walking together on a tree-lined path, holding hands and sharing a joyful moment outdoors. Accompanied by a glowing review.

Your children get to build trust too

This might actually be the most important part. Children – especially younger ones – can be shy, sensitive, or simply overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of a wedding. Meeting both of us ahead of time allows your little ones to warm up to us. When they’ve already shared some laughs and silly moments during the pre-wedding session, they’re far more likely to relax and smile naturally when it really counts.

Two children playing on a moss-covered magnolia tree in spring with fallen petals scattered on a grassy ground.

It creates a sense of “team” before the big day

A family stands together under a blooming magnolia tree on grass covered with fallen petals.

Think of us as part of your wedding team – not just someone snapping pictures. A pre-wedding shoot allows us to learn about your family’s unique dynamic, understand your children’s personalities, and figure out what works best for everyone. It helps us all build that rapport which results in more authentic, heartfelt images.

A family sitting on stone steps of a historic brick building with large decorative spheres flanking the entrance.

It captures this unique chapter of your lives


A pre-wedding shoot with your children isn’t just prep – it’s also a beautiful record of this moment in time. It’s about capturing your family as it is right now – before rings are exchanged, before the big celebration. These photos can become a lovely part of your wedding décor too, whether on a welcome board, in a slideshow, or displayed in a guest book.

It helps you all feel more relaxed on the wedding day


The more familiar everything feels, the smoother things will go. A pre-wedding shoot removes some of the mystery and anxiety, especially for children. On the day, they’ll recognise us, the friendly faces behind the camera – not strangers. And when the children are calm and happy, that peace of mind trickles down to everyone else too.


In a nutshell...  A pre-wedding photoshoot isn’t just about pretty pictures – it’s about connection, comfort, and creating calm before the magic. If your children are part of your love story, let them be part of the pre-wedding chapter too.

A couple poses in front of a grand historic brick mansion with ornate chimneys and dormer windows in a manicured garden.
A family group sits together on a curved stone retaining wall on the edge of a fountain, surrounded by gravel and landscaped greenery.
A couple stands beneath a blooming magnolia tree on a green lawn with fallen petals scattered around.
A romantic couple embraces under a blooming magnolia tree as pink petals cover the ground in a spring garden.
A romantic dip kiss moment captured in spring with pink flowers and fallen petals scattered on the ground.
A romantic moment shared between a couple standing in a garden with flowering magnolia trees and fallen spring petals.