I often get asked, “Is there a discount if I don’t need an engagement session in our wedding package?” and my response is always the same, “You need an engagement session!” Don’t get me wrong, it’s not just because I believe everyone just needs a lot of photos with their loved ones. It’s more than that, it’s because I want to guarantee that on your wedding day, you are 100% happy with your experience with me as your photographer.
It helps us get to know one another.
As your photographer, I think it’s so important for us to get to know one another. Most of the time, the first time I meet the groom is during this session (occasionally, they come to the initial consultation) but more times than not, I have my first meeting with them at the engagement session. This is never a problem, however, it is one of the reasons why I think it’s so important to do the engagement session so that I can get a feel for both of your personalities. I think it makes a huge difference if I know what you guys find funny, if I know your story, if I know how you two interact with one another. The engagement session helps us do all of this.
It lets us try different prompts and learn what you are most comfortable with.
Each couple is very different. Some are very comfortable with public displays of affection and they naturally hold hands, dance with one another, and lean into each other for kisses. While other couples are not as comfortable with showing that kind of affection with one another or they get the “I don’t know what to do with my hands” feeling. During the engagement session, we are able to figure out what you both need in order to showcase your love comfortably and naturally. Engagement photos are meant to showcase your personalities as a couple, whether that is intimate, fun, or shy.
It gives you a full gallery to view and know that you like my style.
Having an engagement session allows you to see a full edited gallery. Ocassionally, people look on someone’s website and they see beautiful images but when their gallery arrives, the images don’t look the same as what was on their website or what they expected. Now, there are many things that can impact this but a way to really feel comfortable with a photographer and their editing style is to see a full gallery with you as the client.
Engagement session are complimentary with all of my wedding packages. I’ve often heard that a couple doesn’t need engagement pictures, they aren’t photogenic enough or their significant other does'n’t want to do pictures twice. I get it, trust me, my hubby doesn’t like doing one photo session a year that lasts 30 minutes, let alone, more than one that can last all day. However, it truly is so important to get these sweet images together, to have some time with no pressure and for us to really get to know one another.
So, if you’re looking for a wedding photographer for 2022 or beyond. I’d love to talk with you! Hop on over to the inquire page and let’s get this conversation started. I can’t wait!
