Engagement Session Tips
As you prepare for your engagement session, here are some helpful tips!
CLEAN YOUR RING!
I will be photographing your gorgeous diamond! This means that this would be a perfect opportunity to have your ring cleaned so that it's clear of dirt and other build-up that may be visible through a macro lens!
HAIR & MAKEUP
Splurge a little! If you were considering getting your hair and makeup done, this is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself! You will cherish these images forever so investing in professional hair and makeup can be a fun way to celebrate the occasion and allow you to be extra confident during your shoot! Most of my clients plan a fun date with their partner after our session since they’re already all dressed up and out on the town.
TIP: If you want a little something special for your portraits, getting false lashes will make a big impact in your portraits! There are all types of lashes, from super natural to dramatic!
THE TIMELINE
I always arrive a few minutes early to engagement sessions so that I can scope out the location and find light that will be flattering on my couples! Because we are racing the sun and cannot shoot after it has set, I recommend leaving 15-30 minutes earlier than you originally planned just to be safe!
OUTFITS
I recommend at least 2-3 outfits for your engagement session to ensure that we have variety in your gallery. During one of the outfit changes, while I wait, I’ll photograph your rings!
DRESS IT UP
Have you ever wanted to rock a sequin dress, or a long flowy maxi dress? Maybe you've dreamed of wearing a floral crown, or wearing a tulle skirt. THIS is your chance! There is no such thing as too dressed up!! The camera loves runway-esque apparel and so do I! Most of my clients choose to bring one “wow” dressy outfit and then another slightly more casual outfit that has a “date night” feel.
- The goal is COORDINATING outfits instead of MATCHING! I recommend that you avoid both partners wearing WHITE as a top. White doesn’t allow for any contrast in your images.
- Guys, I recommend that you avoid patterns that are smaller than a dime! These small patterns can create strange visual effects in a digital camera. I also recommend avoiding graphic tees and tennis shoes!
- Gals, I recommend that you wear something that flatters the parts of you that you love the most and also allows you to be extremely confident! If you are uncomfortable when you look in the mirror (only like the way you look from one angle), then that probably isn’t the best outfit choice for you. I want you to be really confident in your outfit, because I know that you will love your portraits so much more if you’re not worrying about how your clothes fit.
TAKE A DEEP BREATH!
You're going to be amazing models! I always tell my couples that the BEST models are the ones who have never modeled professionally before! And I mean it! The couples who are usually most nervous are the couples who totally rock their session! So be encouraged and get excited!!
