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!

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.

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.

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.

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

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!

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.