Mat Schramm Photography
As you plan your dream wedding, you may be considering whether or not to take engagement photos with your fiance. Engagement photography sessions are a fantastic way to capture the love and connection between you and your partner before the big day. In this blog post, we will explore five compelling reasons why you should consider scheduling an engagement session with your wedding photographer.
Gain Confidence in Front of the Camera
It’s natural to feel a little nervous or awkward in front of the camera, especially if you haven’t had professional photographs taken before. However, taking engagement photos can help you gain confidence and practice being in front of the camera. It is my job, as your photographer, to help you feel at ease and guide you through different poses and expressions to capture your love and connection authentically.
The more practice you have in front of the camera, the more comfortable you will feel posing and expressing yourself on your wedding day. During your engagement session, I will provide guidance and feedback to help you relax and be yourself, resulting in natural and beautiful photos.
By the time your wedding day arrives, you will be more confident and relaxed in front of the camera. This will allow your true emotions and personalities to shine through in your photographs, capturing the essence of your love story. Investing in an engagement session with your photographer can greatly enhance the overall experience and result in stunning, heartfelt photos that will be cherished for a lifetime.
Have Fun and Create Lasting Memories
Engagement sessions are not just about capturing beautiful photos; they are also about having fun and creating lasting memories with your partner. When we take your engagement photos together, I will encourage you to play around with each other, goof off, and enjoy the moment. Piggyback rides, dancing, or simply sharing heartfelt moments with each other can result in candid and authentic photos that reflect your unique relationship.
Your engagement session should be a fun and enjoyable experience that allows you to fully connect with your partner and create cherished memories together. I will capture those genuine moments that showcase your love and relationship and the memories will last a lifetime. So let loose, be yourselves, and have a blast during your engagement session. What that happens, I promise you’ll love your engagement photos.
Strengthen Your Relationship
One of the goals of an engagement session is to help you feel closer to your partner. I often use various techniques, such as love language prompts, to encourage you to express your feelings and emotions to each other during the session. For example, I may ask you to share something your partner has done in the past week that made you feel loved or to reflect on why you proposed or said yes.
These prompts can lead to heartfelt conversations and moments of connection that deepen your bond as a couple. The engagement session becomes a meaningful experience that allows you to express your love and appreciation for each other. Creating a strong foundation for your upcoming wedding day and beyond. I always recomend my couples to consider going on a date night after your engagement session. It is a great way to further strengthen your bond and continue the cherished memories together.
Explore Meaningful Locations or Beautiful Spots in Nature
Taking engagement photos offers an opportunity to choose a location that is meaningful to you as a couple or to immerse yourselves in the beauty of nature. Whether it’s the place where you first met, where you got engaged, or a location that holds special significance. Incorporating such places into your engagement session adds a personal touch to your photographs.
On the other hand, if you and your partner love nature, you can choose to take engagement photos by a serene lake, or on a breathtaking mountain trail. Nature provides a stunning backdrop for your engagement photos and adds a sense of wonder and romance to the photographs. I can capture the magic of your love against the beauty of nature, resulting in breathtaking photos that will be cherished for years to come.
Build a Relationship with Your Wedding Photographer
Your wedding photographer will be one of the most important vendors you hire for your big day. They will be with you from start to finish, capturing all the precious moments and emotions of your wedding day. Building a relationship with your photographer helps ensure that you are comfortable with them and can trust them.
An engagement session provides an opportunity for you to develop a relationship with your wedding photographer before your wedding. During the engagement session, you get to hang out with your photographer in a low-pressure environment. This allows you to get to know each other better and build a relationship, which can lead to a more relaxed and enjoyable experience on your wedding day.
If you’re planning your wedding, consider taking engagement photos during an engagement photography session. It’s an opportunity to capture the joy, love, and connection between you and your partner before your big day. Your engagement session will result in stunning photographs, lasting memories, and strengthen your bond as a couple. Don’t miss out on this chance to make your wedding experience even more special and memorable!
