Engagement Session Guide
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The Basics
Your engagement session is basically a warmup for the wedding. A chance to hang out, get comfortable and create photos that feel like the two of you.
Length
Most sessions run one to two hours. Enough time to explore a spot, find good light and ease into the camera without feeling rushed.
Best time to shoot
Light changes everything, which is why timing matters.
Here is how each time of day feels.
Morning
Soft, calm, quiet streets.
Mid day
Bright, bold and contrasty. Works great in the city or indoors.
Golden hour
Warm, cinematic and flattering. Your classic engagement look.
Nighttime
Streetlights, neon, movement and mood. A little more experimental and very fun.
If you are unsure which direction to go, just tell me your vibe and I will pick the time that fits.
Where to shoot
Choose somewhere meaningful or somewhere you simply love being together. Photos hit harder when the place already feels like you.
Home
Cozy, intimate and real life energy.
The city
Streets, corners, rooftops, neon and movement.
Specific spots
Your neighbourhood, your favourite coffee place, a bar, a park, anywhere you keep coming back to.
Studio
Clean, minimal and aesthetic focused.
If you want help choosing, I have a location guide with favourite spots and examples you can explore.
What to wear
Comfort shows on camera. If you feel stiff, the photos will too. Choose outfits that match the location, feel good on your body and move easily.
Dressy
Long flowy dresses, nicer button ups, outfits that catch movement.
Chill
Jeans, tees, sweaters, casual fits that feel like your everyday selves.
Lounge
Soft textures, oversized knits, relaxed looks that work well for at home sessions.
Think coordinating, not matching. Similar tones or styles that make sense together without feeling like a uniform.
How to be
It’s way easier than you think…
Focus on each other, not me
You do not need to look at the camera unless I ask you to. Treat it like a date where I happen to be tagging along.
Prompts instead of poses
I will guide you with simple actions so you always have something to do. Walking, leaning, holding each other, talking, spinning, stealing a kiss, messing around.
We love weird
If something feels a little chaotic or strange or playful, it usually photographs beautifully. Imperfect moments are the good ones.
Your only job is to show up and be yourselves. I will handle the rest.