How to Feel Natural in Front of the Camera (Even If You’re Awkward)
Let’s be real—most people feel awkward in front of a camera.
Whether it’s your engagement session, wedding day, or a portrait shoot, that nervous “what do I do with my hands?” feeling is totally normal.
As an Orlando-based photographer, I’ve worked with hundreds of people who told me the same thing:
“I’m not photogenic.”
But guess what? That’s never true. You don’t need to be a model—you just need the right direction.
The Secret: Movement and Prompts, Not Posing
Instead of stiff poses and forced smiles, I use a combination of natural movement and simple, fun prompts.
You might find yourself:
Walking together and bumping shoulders
Spinning slowly in a field
Whispering the weirdest thing you can think of in your partner’s ear
Breathing deep and closing your eyes as golden light hits
No “say cheese.” No mannequin arms. Just moments that feel real.
Why This Approach Works
When you're moving, laughing, or focusing on something other than the camera, you relax.
And when you’re relaxed, your true personality comes out—and that’s what we’re really trying to capture.
As an Orlando photographer who specializes in natural, unposed portraits, my goal is to guide you into moments, not force you into stiff poses. The result?
Photos that look like you. Feel like you. Are you.
Real Photos Come from Real Moments
Your photos should reflect more than what you looked like that day—they should reflect how it felt.
That’s why I direct with prompts that pull out emotion, not poses that feel awkward.
Want Unposed, Real-Feeling Photos?
If you're looking for a portrait or wedding photographer in Orlando who will help you feel comfortable, natural, and genuinely yourself, let’s chat.