Can't smile for photos

Bride2012

I tense up anywhere near a camera, hate them. The result is not pretty. The only good photos I have of myself are ones which I didn't realise had been taken. I've booked a photographer who specialises in natural shots but realistically I will be posing a bit for her or others on the day. Is there anyway that I can train myself out of it in a few months?

I was reminded of this over Christmas with family photos, my sisters are really photogenic but I look like the joker without the makeup.

Sleepy

Talk to the photographer. Most are only too happy to arrange a pre-wedding shoot to help you get comfortable with them taking your picture.

Ballyman

The photographer on the day will have been through this loads of times and they will be able to put you totally at ease. He can use long lenses so he's not in your face and you will barely notice him/her.
That's their job so leave it to them and they will get great pictures of you and you have nothing to worry about.
You could also do an engagement shoot with them like mentioned so you see how relaxing it can be.
Everybody is photogenic. Some just require a little more work to get them relaxed

QDog10

I had the same issue as this for years. Hated cameras and being in photographs.
Then was at a photoshoot my son was involved ina couple of years ago and the photographer passed on a great tip to the kids and adults there. He said:
"Never look directly at the camera. Pick a spot on his head or slightly above the camera and the image always comes out/looks much better." Tried it and worked a treat. Give it a try with a few test shots and i bet you'll be grand.

matrim

You could also just try something like getting you fiancée to carry a camera and just take pictures of you randomly. It might help you get used to being photographed