AI Reimagines Pre Wedding Photography Shoots

Couples have started using AI to create pre-wedding photo shoots in far-flung destinations. However, some of them still use real photographers in the process.

The Rise of AI-Generated Engagement Photos

A new trend, powered by Google's Gemini image generator, is enabling couples to create fantastical pre-wedding photoshoots without ever leaving their homes. This challenges the traditional role of wedding photographers, as the process can be as simple as uploading a clear photo of the couple and providing a text prompt to Google's new AI model, known as Nano Banana.

Now, couples can have engagement pictures set against the backdrops of Paris, New York, or a Caribbean island, achieving a high-end look without the associated travel costs. According to a report from The Economic Times, this trend caters to a growing desire for unique and personalized photos that reflect a couple's identity, cultural background, and their shared story.

How Photographers Are Embracing the AI Trend

While the DIY nature of this trend may seem alarming for the photography industry, some professionals are adapting and turning it into a new business opportunity. Instead of viewing AI as a replacement, they are using it as a powerful tool to enhance their services.

A photo studio in Indonesia, Photomotion Indonesia, is a prime example. They are offering clients exotic pre-wedding shoots by using professionally-shot studio portraits as a high-quality base for AI generation. This hybrid approach allows them to bring a couple's "dream concept to life, from outfit changes to magical backgrounds, all in one seamless process," combining professional photography with the limitless creative potential of AI.

Currently, this trend appears most popular in countries like India and Indonesia. It remains to be seen whether couples in the United States and Europe will adopt synthetic engagement photos with the same enthusiasm. This movement is driven by Google's Nano Banana model, officially named Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, which has also gained attention for its impressive photo editing capabilities and for sparking other viral trends.