Three Tips for Amazing Engagement Pictures

One of my besties is getting married this spring.

It's pretty exciting. 

So I put together the top three things that I want couples (and really anyone) to remember before they schedule a session to help you get the best portraits possible. 

1. Be Weary of the Weather

I LOVE outdoor portraits. Indoor portraits are fine and all, but our world is far more beautiful than any backdrop I've ever seen. However, when you take portraits outside, you're well, outside. Keep hair and make-up as weather-proof as possible. If it's humid, consider going with natural waves instead of straight hair. If it's sunny or windy, be sure to have water-proof make-up in case your eyes start to water. 

Wear clothing that makes you comfortable in the weather. For cold shoots, wear coats and scarfs in coordinating or nuetral colors. For warm shoots, don't put on your favorite sweater. Wear clothes that are real to the climate, not solely based on their look. 

2. Get over "Perfect" 

I get it, it's important for you to look your best in portraits. However, I tell clients to be real in their images. I love capturing REAL life. The way you really hold hands, the way you always play with each other. Your outfit, hair, etc. should look beautiful, but it should also look like YOU. Beauty will come in capturing authentic, beautiful people doing their natural thing. Don't spend hundreds getting PERFECT clothes, PERFECT hair, and PERFECT make-up that makes you look like someone you're not. Be true to who you are and your portraits will always be in style for you. 

3. Act Like You Love Each Other

Clients of mine know I say this a lot. Whether it's an engagement session, a family portrait, or whatever, capturing people in their close relationships can be fun. It can also be a bit....strange for clients. Sometimes we get so caught up in trying to pose, look our best, keep our hair in place, and all that we forget to hold hands, we don't lean in to each other. We don't look at each other or give kisses and hugs. Lack of physical closeness shows in portraits, particularly engagements. The point is you don't need to "act" like you love each other. You just need to remember to relax, smile, and be  who you are with the people you love. 

Hugs!!!