Just the Two of Us: Private Bride and Groom Photo Sessions Offer Intimate Alternative to Traditional Wedding Portraits

Collage of different photos of bride and groom from intimate wedding portrait session with Ashley Stone Photography
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“All of my couples who have chosen to book a bridal session have absolutely loved the experience”
Written by
Chelsea Gibson

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Arizona Bride Spring/Summer 2026

For couples looking to expand their wedding keepsakes, a private bride-and-groom session might be just the ticket. Ashley Stone of ASHLEY STONE PHOTOGRAPHY (@ashley.stone.photo) explains that couples can opt to schedule this session before or after the wedding, though after is more popular to preserve the surprise of the wedding day and avoid time constraints. 

“I find these sessions super beneficial if the couple has a very tight timeline on their wedding day,” notes Stone. They also make a great choice if the couple wants some private time to connect separately from the wedding itself.

Sessions can take place in a scenic location or studio, which Stone says lends a more intimate feel to the images. “All of my couples who have chosen to book a bridal session have absolutely loved the experience,” she says. “It allows them to really enjoy the moment with their spouse rather than being rushed from one festivity to the next on their wedding day.” 

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