If I had a dollar for every couple who told me they were awkward, I’d probably own a vineyard in the Hunter by now.

Here’s the thing.

You’re not awkward.
You’re just not models.

And that’s perfect.

You don’t need to know what to do with your hands.
You don’t need to perfect a “serious editorial stare.”
You don’t need to practice dip kisses in your kitchen.

You need:

A bit of direction (about 15%).

Movement.

Something to laugh about.

That’s it.

I don’t pose you like mannequins.
I prompt you.

Walk towards me.
Whisper something ridiculous.
Steal their drink.
Spin.
Bump hips.

Movement kills awkwardness.

And once you stop standing stiffly waiting for instructions, your personality kicks in. That’s when the photos start to look effortless.

Also — and this is important — I don’t hide behind the camera like a sniper in the bushes.

I talk. I joke. I blend in.

It feels more like hanging out with a mate who happens to be holding a very expensive camera.

Which is why even the most camera-shy partners usually say:

“Okay… that was actually fun.”

That’s the goal.