The prenuptial photoshoot is a Filipino wedding tradition that serves multiple purposes: it provides images for your save-the-dates and invitations, helps you bond with your photographer, and creates lasting couple portraits.
Location sets the mood. Manila's historic Intramuros, Batangas' beaches, Tagaytay's scenic overlooks, and Baguio's pine forests are perennial favorites. Choose somewhere meaningful to your relationship, or simply somewhere beautiful.
Schedule at golden hour—the hour before sunset—for the most flattering natural light. Early morning shoots offer similar lighting quality with fewer crowds. Midday shoots in direct sunlight rarely produce the soft, romantic images most couples want.
Bring multiple outfits for variety. Most prenup shoots involve 2-3 looks: one casual, one semi-formal, and perhaps one that matches your wedding theme. Coordinate colors but don't perfectly match—complementary tones photograph better.
Props can add personality but use them sparingly. Meaningful items (the book you both love, your pet, a vintage car) tell your story. Generic props (letter balloons, flower crowns) risk looking dated.
Relax and enjoy the process. The best prenup photos capture genuine connection. Your photographer will guide poses, but the magic happens in the candid moments between setups. Laugh together, be affectionate, forget the camera.
Use this shoot to build rapport with your photographer. The more comfortable you are with them now, the more natural you'll appear in wedding day photos when stress is higher.