1. Getting Comfy in Front of the Lens

Unless you're a model or a celebrity (and hey, if you are, then welcome to this humble blog!), being in front of the camera might feel a tad awkward at first. But fear not! The engagement session is like your own little "warm-up" before the big day. We'll hang out, chat, and laugh together, so you can get super comfy in front of my lens.

Trust me, it's a game-changer! By the time your wedding rolls around, you'll be rocking those poses like a pro, and have minimal pre-photo jitters.

2. Lovey-Dovey Practice Time

Remember those early days of your relationship when everything felt like a fairytale? The engagement session brings back all those mushy feels! You'll have a chance to snuggle up, hold hands, and gaze lovingly into each other's eyes. During your engagement session, we’ll have a blast by exploring different poses, silly laughs, and tender moments. This makes for amazing memories you can look back on years into your marriage and relive with a smile on your face and a warm heart.

3. Show Off Your Unique Love Story

Your love story is one-of-a-kind, and the engagement session is the perfect canvas to showcase it! Whether you met at a coffee shop, shared a nerdy passion for comic books, or simply fell in love over tacos, we'll incorporate those special details into your shoot. It gives you both a chance to get creative with how you want to showcase your relationship, and potentially how creative you'd like to get with the save the date and invites. It's all about you, your story, and what makes your love sparkle!

4. Get to Know Your Friendly Neighborhood Photographer

This is a perfect chance to get to know your photographer, the one you're trusting to capture your memories. (And your potential FIRST family heirloom!) Think of me as your trusty sidekick throughout this journey. During the engagement session, we will see how we click and work together. When you have a complete stranger photographing you, it can feel uncomfortable. But, when you go through the process and talk with your photographer during your consultation, then have you engagement session; you have rapport! And that rapport can help create a less stressful and easier going wedding day because of the trust that was already there.

5. Practice Makes Perfect

Okay, so you know how in rom-coms, characters have those epic "practice" moments before the grand gesture? Well, the engagement session is your rom-com moment! You get to "practice" being adorable, cute, and totally head-over-heels for each other in front of my lens. That "practice" before your big wedding day is not going to make or break your wedding day photos... But it IS going to help you get out pre-photo jitters, model better, as well as have a good foundation on what to go off of. Think of these not only as a rom-com moment, but also as the dress rehearsal for photos on your big day!

6. Personalized Save-the-Dates and Invites

Personalized Save-the-Dates are almost too good to pass up on. Your love story has character, depth and a lot of love... When people open the save-the-dates, you want them to understand that. Guess what? Your engagement session photos could be the secret ingredient! Your guests will be floored by how adorably you two fit together, and they'll be even more excited to witness your happily-ever-after in person.

So, There you have it.

A few reasons why an engagement session is a must-do before your big day. It's more than just pretty pictures; it's an experience filled with love, laughter, and maybe a bit of goofiness. The engagement session sets the stage for your wedding day and creates a beautiful connection between us.

 Drop me a message, and let's plan an engagement session that celebrates your love in the most amazing way!

Cheers to love, laughter, and unforgettable memories! 🥂