Why Have Couples Photos When You are Married?
As a Wausau, Wisconsin photographer specializing in capturing love stories, I often get asked why couples should bother with professional photos once they tie the knot. After all, isn't the wedding day the pinnacle of capturing your love? Well, let me tell you why couples photos, even after marriage, are so important.
I think it is so important to always keep space both for yourself and for your relationship. Celebrating the small moments that build the foundation of the milestones. It is so easy to lose ourselves as we pour everything into our work, family, our homes, our everyday.
Here’s what my clients said about her couple’s session:
“Oh my goodness!! We had so much fun with you! I didn’t have my hopes up to much. I’m six weeks past when I should have colored my hair. I wasn’t able to shave my legs because my husband was giving our dog a bath and our daughter was taking a shower all at the same time and my water was going cold. I would have normally gone and had a spray tan. Not to mention I’m not a morning person, lol. I figured the best I could do was throw on a pair of spanx and say a prayer. Like I mentioned, I’ve gained weight, I’m exhausted being a “single parent” all week while my husband is gone. I haven’t felt very pretty in a long time. I opened up our gallery in the middle of target and nearly cried. I’m pretty as I am. All the pasty white skin, hairy legs, discolored hair, 40lbs of me. All at 7:30am in the cold! Not only did you gift us with beautiful pictures but you gave the gift of being able to see myself in a different light at a time I desperately needed it. Thank you thank you!”
Celebrating Your Love Story
First and foremost, couples photos are a beautiful way to celebrate your ongoing love story. Your wedding day marks the beginning of your journey together, but it's just one chapter in the book of your relationship. Taking photos together as a married couple allows you to capture the milestones, the adventures, and the everyday moments that make up your unique love story.
Keeping the Romance Alive
Life can get busy, and it's easy to let the romance slip away amidst work, family, and other obligations. But scheduling a couples photo session is a wonderful way to reconnect with your partner and remember why you fell in love in the first place. It's a chance to slow down, hold hands, and share tender moments in front of the camera.
Creating Lasting Memories
Photos have a magical way of freezing moments in time, allowing you to relive them again and again. Years from now, when you look back on your couples photos, you'll be transported back to that moment in time—the way your partner smiled at you, the way you laughed together, the way you held each other close. These memories are priceless, and having professional photos to cherish is truly a gift.
Documenting Your Journey
Your love story is ever-evolving, and it's important to document its progression over time. Couples photos taken throughout your marriage serve as a visual timeline of your journey together—from newlyweds to seasoned partners, from young love to lasting commitment. Each photo tells a chapter of your story, allowing you to reflect on how far you've come and look forward to the adventures that lie ahead.
Capturing Your Connection
Finally, couples photos are a beautiful way to capture the unique connection you share with your partner. Whether it's a stolen glance, a gentle caress, or a shared laugh, these moments of intimacy and connection are what make your relationship special. By investing in professional photos, you're not just capturing images—you're capturing the essence of your love and preserving it for years to come.
So, why have couples photos when you're married? Because love is worth celebrating, cherishing, and capturing at every stage of the journey. If you're ready to document your love story with a couples photo session, I'd be honored to be your photographer. Let's create some magic together and capture the timeless beauty of your love.
If you're ready to book your couples photo session or have any questions, feel free to reach out! Contact me here to schedule your session, and let's create some beautiful memories together. And don't forget to follow me on Instagram @kellyjacobiphotography for more inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks!