A: That totally depends on your needs. You can use the photos for your save-the-dates, invitations, website registries, guest books, framed prints for your guest table, bar, and your house... and of course Facebook & Instagram! Plus, it's a way for you to get a little practice in front of the camera before your big day and it gives us an opportunity to get to know each other. :) Personally, I highly recommend it. And heck, it's also a really great way to add to your experience as an engaged couple. Make the most of it! 

Wear something that makes you feel good, but not too casual. We're taking pictures of memories that will last - go ahead and pick your favorite clothes!

Solid colors with lots of texture, layers and accessories that showcase each individual’s personality are the best. If you are comfortable in your clothes, it will be easier for you to relax in front of the camera. If you love what you wear, you can feel confident that you’ll look fantastic!

We recommend staying away from a matching color theme (i.e. all white shirts and jeans). Instead, coordinate. Find up to three colors and coordinate outfits using those three colors. You can add in whites and grays to ground the colors. When in doubt, ask your fashionable friend to help you raid or add to your closets. 

Also, think about where we are taking photos. If we’re going to a park, you probably want to coordinate with the colors of your surroundings. If we’re doing an urban shoot, find a color that may pop against a brick wall or other architecture.

Lastly, where are you going to hang your photos? Does it matter what colors are in the picture? Would you like it to match your sofa or wall color?

We know it's a lot to think about. However, the most important thing on the day of the shoot is to – be comfortable, feel great and have lots of fun!

Bringing a second outfit can make a big difference in the amount of variety in your photos. Even in different locations, poses can start to feel very similar. Having a change of clothes on hand can help to break things up.

If you would like, you can change outfits during an engagement shoot, there some things you should keep in mind though. An engagement shoot is up to one hour long and any time spent changing outfits would take time away from photographs. Also consider the location, some public parks do not have a place to change, which can make it time consuming and difficult to pull off. As long as it's quick and easy it should not be a problem.

An engagement photo session should most often be photographed in the late afternoon through early evening. The best time for your shoot would be about an hour before sunset, as those magical shadows and soft glow of light make the photos more beautiful than ever!

Too much sunlight can produce harsh highlights if not planned properly so keep that in mind when shooting your engagement portraits outdoors; open shade works beautifully with this type scenario because there isn't any direct sun light beating down from above but rather diffused rays peeking through trees or hedges which produce lovely effects while still preserving shadow details under low contrast lighting conditions.

Can't say it enough! Soft sunlight is the best way to get that warm, golden glow. But it only lasts for an hour or two before sun disappears and you don't want your engagement photo session in the shadows! Shoot during those magical 1-2 hours just before sunset, when shadows are short but the sun still softly shines from behind buildings/trees (think about how amazing these photos would look on your Instagram page).

We hope that you can understand that although we can work all kinds of miracles with engagement photography, unfortunately, we're not as talented when it comes to working the weather! So, when the weather forecast calls for rain, we don't have a choice but to reschedule all engagement photo sessions, as our photographers cannot take any chances of damaging their equipment. Besides, who wants engagement photos where the couple looks like they just drove through a car wash with their windows rolled down!

In case of an inclement weather forecast for the day of your engagement shoot, we do ask that you contact us 48 hours prior to the engagement shoot and either confirm or reschedule your session time. This will allow us enough time to cancel and/or reschedule your photo shoot for another mutually convenient date.

Should you insist on keeping the engagement shoot on the calendar as previously scheduled (come rain or shine) even though the forecast may be calling for rain, against our recommendation of rescheduling the shoot, we will accommodate your request. However, please understand that your photographer will not shoot if there is any rainfall, even a light drizzle, as they cannot get their equipment wet. If that happens, unfortunately, you will lose your session and will need to purchase another one if you wish to reschedule.

Yes!! I always give clear directions and suggestions for the photos. I like to shoot a mix of posed and candid photos. Only I can see what’s in the lens so I’m going to give you the guidance and directions so you will have the best photos.

A lot of times, awkward moments come when you don’t know what to do. We have a unique posing philosophy that creates MOMENTS, not poses. Although it all starts with a pose, we work to make sure it ends with a perfect moment. Honestly, it’s all about having fun together.

On weekends, our photographers are generally occupied shooting weddings/events, which makes it difficult to reserve one for your engagement session.
However, if a weekend shoot is the only option, we will do everything possible to accommodate you for a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday engagement photo session (a $150 weekend premium fee applies).

If you would like to take your photo session at a location that requires a photo permit (a location where we do not already have written permission to shoot) we will gladly secure the photo permit for you. If you choose to go through the permitting process yourself and secure your own photo permit, there is no refund offered if we cannot get you onto the property.

Previews for a Sneak Peek are done within 24, while the Full Gallery will be sent within a week or two

Good news! We don't charge anything extra for you to bring your four-legged-friend along to your engagement photo session - we love dogs! However, in order to stay on schedule and to avoid any unnecessary overtime charges, there are a couple of things to keep in mind if you would like to bring your pet to your shoot.

First it would be important to check with the location you plan to have your shoot, to see if pets are allowed or if a permit is required. If you do need a permit, you will need to secure one prior to the date of your session and bring it along on the day of.

Second, we will most likely not be taking pictures with your dog the entire time, so it's best to bring along a friend or family member who can look after your pet while we work with the two of you.

Third, bring some treats. Not for us! For your pet. To help get his/her attention during the session. If your pet has a favorite squeaky toy, that would be great as well, as it will get his/her attention on the camera and your photographer doesn't have to resort to making weird noises.