Capturing love: 5 Reasons why you NEED engagement photos.
Spring Sunset Engagement Session - Lake Montriond, France
Engagement photos have become increasingly popular amongst couples preparing for their big day. While some may still view them as an unnecessary addition to the already long list of wedding preparations, I believe that engagement photos offer a huge array of benefits to any couple soon to be married!
In this blog post, I want to delve into ALL the reasons why I believe so strongly that you need engagement photos. Who’s ready?
Winter Engagement Session - Montriond, France
1 - Documenting your journey:
Engagement photos show this amazingly exciting part of your journey to becoming a married couple! They capture the excitement, joy, and anticipation you are both feeling leading up to your wedding day. I promise that the images will become a cherished part of your love story, allowing you to look back and reminisce about this unique chapter in your relationship.
2 - Building a connection with your Photographer:
Hiring a wedding photographer is a very important, highly personal decision! Engagement photos provide the perfect opportunity for you both to get to know your photographer, who is going to be a very important part of your wedding day. It allows you to better understand your photographer's style, and establish a connection that will translate into more natural and genuine wedding day photos as you feel comfortable in their presence by wedding day if you have spent some time together before hand!
Golden hour Engagement Session - Col Du Joux Plan, France
3 - Personalized Save-the-Dates and Invitations:
Your engagement photos can be used to create personalized and unique save-the-dates and wedding invitations. Using these images adds a lovely personal touch and sets the tone for your wedding. It's a wonderful way to showcase your personalities, and share the excitement of your upcoming day with all of your friends and family.
4 - Practice for the Big Day:
For many couples, being in front of a camera can be a bit intimidating. being photographed repeatedly is honestly a nightmare for some poeple. I totally get that!
Too often when I was starting out and I used to be a second shooter for other photographers, the wedding day would be the first time the couple and the photographer had been face to face in the flesh. (With the exception of one Zoom call perhaps?) Engagement photos act as a rehearsal for the main event, allowing you to become more comfortable with having a big camera pointing at you both. See your engagement session as a practice that will help ensure that you and your partner will be relaxed & feel your best on your wedding day. This guarantees more authentic, natural images.
5 - Creating Lasting Memories:
These images become cherished memories that you can share with future generations. Whether displayed in your home or included in an album, these photos serve as a reminder of the love and commitment you share with your partner. Too often, the only non-selfie photos you can share with your children/grandchildren are your wedding photos. But what child or grandchild doesn’t want to see the beautiful everyday love of their parents or Grandma or Grandad back in the day?
So, to conclude, in the whirlwind of wedding preparations, engagement photos truly can be a meaningful and enjoyable addition. Beyond the aesthetic appeal, they document your journey, strengthen your connection with your photographer, and provide a bond-strengthening & enjoyable experience.
As you embark on this exciting chapter of your life, consider the value that engagement photos can bring to your love story.
Don’t forget to share this with your reluctant other half..! I promise you, engagement photos are SO worth it!
Engagement Session - B&W detail shot
