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:

• Schedule key portraits during golden hour so skin tones look warm and smooth
• Choose locations with wide-open spaces and greenery (parks, oceanside, vineyards) that naturally bounce light
• Face couples toward the light source (sun, sky, bright window) and keep the background slightly darker
• 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?