What to Know Before Your Engagement Shoot

Here are the things you should put into practice to make your engagement shoot memorable and amazing.

Most couples don’t consider an engagement session as important as their wedding photoshoot. In other words, it is just optional for them.

However, getting an engagement shoot is essential for many reasons. First, it allows you to get comfortable with your photographers ahead of the wedding. It will give you an idea about their work and aesthetics. As an added bonus, you get an ideal opportunity to get used to being in front of the lens, especially if you are a camera, conscious person. You can use your photographs in wedding décor or on gifts for loved ones.

But you can get the most out of an engagement shoot only when you know what to expect from the session and how to prepare and plan. Here’s how.

Scheduling:

Many clients schedule the engagement session on a weekend. That’s why photographers are jam-packed handling several clients on the same day. Perhaps you don’t get the favorable date for your weekend shoot.

Therefore, it does make sense to schedule the session on weekdays as photographers have more time and energy to make your photo session amazing. Another benefit is that beaches and parks are less crowded during the week.

Location:

Generally, an engagement shoot is more often performed outside or in a special location rather than in a studio. From the client’s home to historical buildings like castles, beaches, gardens and forests, there are endless options where you can get the shoot done. Make sure the location complements your tastes. The area also should be comfortable for both of you. You can consult your photographers for some suggestions if you are not sure what works best for you.

Outfits:

From makeup to hairstyle and attire, engagement shoots give you an opportunity to figure out what looks best on you. Wear the clothes that are comfortable and speak to your tastes. If you love casuals, just wear them. Here are some tips helping you deciding the outfits for an engagement shoot:

• According to the season (no stilettos on the beach or bare thighs in the snow)
• Express your personal style. If you are not a fan of dresses, you can try a pretty printed romper or other more casual styles.
• Try bold colors like red.

Posing:

The more you feel relaxed and confident, the better photos your photographer can shoot. Have your genuine moments captured like when your fiancée is dabbing lipstick off to your face. Do the things as if the photographer is not even there with you.

In a nutshell, an engagement session is an opportunity to get comfortable with both your partner and photographer as well for ensuring a great wedding photo session ahead.