Brides who love being photographed

Most brides are rather shy, we find, and don't particularly look forward to being photographed.

It sometimes seems strange to us, as pretty much without exception, all the brides we've photographed look amazing on their wedding day.

They're so happy and excited that they go with the flow and if they've allowed enough time for us, we get some great shots.

And some, like our glamorous Russian bride Ekaterina, love the camera and the camera loves her. It's partly about being relaxed and enjoying the moment.

But some brides just aren't relaxed. Often it's because everything has taken much longer than planned and time has run out. And others are so organised, like the bride who had her day planned by 5 minute chunks, all worked out and on view on an Excel spreadsheet. Nothing was left to chance, and actually a bit of spontaneity is essential on your wedding day.