THE NEW ENGAGEMENT SHOOT! I LOVE (really LOVE) engagement shoots! My couples look forward to it and it’s another reason to dress up and be on a FUN date, so to speak! But, sometimes convincing a couple to do a shoot can be challenging. A few months ago, I read this on BRIDES magazine. They couldn’t have said it better than I could…
From Brides Magazine..
Yes, it is a NECCESSITY! Here’s why!
No, it is not cheesy or ‘work’. It’s meant to be FUN. A time spent with each other. A date. A memorable moment. Today’s couple is is more likely to pose (have a great time) in a field while sipping a milkshake- with her guy!
Say ‘cheese’ no more!
These days, couple’s aren’t satisfied with basic studio pictures. For a long time, the BRIDE-to-be is featured in the local newspaper by herself. Now COUPLES are shooting outdoors (in fields and beaches) and thinking different! High-concept, says ‘Brides Magazine’. We’ve seen Brides hire stylists to move furniture into meadows, old barns, sometimes replicating an era/ decade. Some couples are opting for the high-fashion feel or even using a theme from a movie or a polished look (eg JCrew, Ralph Lauren). These themes are starting points.. later they bring in the props and wardrobes to match the mood. Some get personal and incorporate ‘love letters’, love emails… anything that says THEM!
Places to go:
you alma mater
a baseball stadium
an ice cream parlor
a science lab
a vacation spot
a starbucks or your local coffee shop
A modern Engagement shoot is RIGHT for you if:
The two of you love to ham it up!
You’re hoping to use the informal photos for Save the Dates, Thank You cards, reception portraits, showers…
You want to get to know the photographer you’ve already booked
You having a destination wedding but love the idea of being photographed in your hometown
Lights, camera, shoot!
How to get PERFECT pre-wedding photos:
1. PICK the right photographer. Browse the photographer’s portfolio/ album to make sure she’s a good match for you. Do you love her style?
2. Make the photos about the two of YOU. Did you go to the ice parlor on your first date? Did he propose at a ball game?
3. Be flexible. Discuss with your photographer about locations. Some pretty locations might have poor lighting.
4. FLIRT! You are on a date (so to speak). Your photos will benefit greatly from your ability to let loose and have fun.
So helpful! I hope this helps some of you and my future couple-clients-to-be. Let’s shoot : )
** Special THANKS to all my awesome couples **
{ xo }
