How does Carolyn Scott's photography technique optimize natural lighting in wedding shoots?

Hi, I’m Carolyn Scott-Hamilton from The Healthy Voyager. When I plan wedding photos, I build the whole shoot around natural light so we can keep things soft, flattering, and low-stress.

A few core things I do:

1. Schedule key portraits during golden hour so skin tones look warm and smooth
2. Choose locations with wide-open spaces and greenery (parks, oceanside, vineyards) that naturally bounce light
3. Face couples toward the light source (sun, sky, bright window) and keep the background slightly darker
4. Use reflectors or light-colored walls/paths to gently bounce light back into the face instead of harsh flash

Do you want tips you can use as a bride, or are you shooting weddings yourself?