ESSENTIALS FOR AN ENGAGEMENT SHOOT

Location: When choosing a location, we always recommend couples go to places that really symbolize their relationship and personalities. Do you love going to the beach? Maybe you're all about the great outdoors? Maybe just picking a coffee shop downtown and reading some books is more you. Whatever it is, we want to showcase it!

A smiling man giving a piggyback ride to a laughing woman outdoors on a grassy field with trees in the background.

TIME 

We are experienced with all types of light. Think about planning a fun date, and having a professional photographer there to document you guys having fun. Don’t worry too much about the time of day, worry more about the experience you would like to have.

A young couple sitting at a wooden table in a cafe, playing card games and sharing a kiss. The woman has long brown hair, and the man is wearing a bright blue T-shirt. There are two cups of coffee on the table, and background patrons are visible in the cafe.

WHAT TO EXPECT 

Be you and have fun! Don’t ever worry too much about “posing” or being in the right place. We love educating people on lighting theory and why certain angles are better than others, so leave it to us to let you know where is the best place for you. Also expect to maybe learn something new, like a tip or trick that you can use on all your future photo shoots. Don’t plan to bring a change of clothes, or extra items. Pack light. Our goal is to plan an activity and then be free birds exploring and doing said activity.

Two people playing an arcade racing game in an arcade with dinosaur-themed decorations and bright lights.

CLOTHING

Wear what makes you feel hot! Maybe go out and buy something special, and guys: please don’t wear white socks with jeans. :) Again I say stay away from outfit changes for two main reasons.

1. Typically the first half of the shoot you are getting comfortable and in your groove and the last half you are in your element and magic is happening. All too often when I used to do more outfit changes, the couples would like the first outfit more but how they looked in the second half. Pick the best outfit and let's rock a good time.

2. We don’t have to worry about a place to change.

A man in a light blue dress shirt and navy pants appears to be pulling a woman in a red dress through a field of purple and yellow flowers during sunset, creating a playful and romantic scene.

PROPS

We always encourage couples to bring things that might symbolize their relationship together or things they share a common interest in. Some examples of that might be:

  • Picnics

  • Dog

  • Reading (books)

  • Games

  • Outdoor activities

  • Drinking coffee or wine

A couple kissing on a rocky, desolate beach with trees and a river in the background during sunset.

HAIR/MAKEUP 

It’s always a great idea to get your hair and makeup professionally done for two main reasons:

1. It’s a great way to try out a company that you are considering using for your wedding

2. It will make you feel extra special for your engagement photos!

A couple kiss on a bridge with lush green forest in the background, while a skateboarder rides past on the street in front.

HOPE THIS HELPS!

I am really looking forward to hanging out with you for your engagement session, and I hope this helps with any questions you might have! If you have others, just give us a call.

A couple dancing and embracing in a field with mountains and a lake in the background, during daytime with a partly cloudy sky.
A couple sitting on rocky ground on a hilltop with a river and mountains in the background, sharing an intimate moment and smiling at each other.
Two people standing near a waterfall in a lush, green forest.
Silhouettes of a man and woman dancing in a field during sunset, with mountains and a partly cloudy sky in the background.