PICTURE OF LOVE

Yes, you do need a pre-wedding shoot. Here are tips to help you make the most of your shoot day.

- Ravina M Sachdev

In the years to come, there will be one thing that will take you back to your courtship period in the blink of an eye - your pre-wedding shoot album. An important repository of memories, it's going to stay with you for a lifetime. And, given its importance, every shot must be perfect! With so much at stake (including your wallet!), here are some expert tips on how to prep for your pre-wedding shoot.

DISCUSS THE THEME

"After you book your photographer, sit down with them and discuss the theme of the shoot," says Pune-based photographer Ashish Gurbani. Think about what makes the two of you special, what your most precious moments have been - your pre-wedding shoot can include those special moments.