1. You get to know your photographer.
Hopefully, by this time, you have at least started thinking about who you would like to document your big day. An engagement photo session is the perfect opportunity for you to get a feel for a photographer and how they operate, consider it a "test drive". That way, come wedding day, you won’t run into any major surprises. Also, it’s a good opportunity for them to get to know you and your fiance. What are your interests? Are you a traditional couple or do like things a little more modern? Is one of you a little more free-spirited and the other more reserved? The list goes on and on. At the engagement shoot, the photographer(s) can find this out and also figure out ways to bring out both of your personalities, which always make the best possible photographs.
2. It’s a way to remind others (and yourself) why you fell in love.
Let’s face it, wedding planning can be stressful. You tend to get caught up in the small details from the start and sometimes forget the main reason for planning this darn thing: you are marrying the man/woman of your dreams! An engagement photo session is a great way to remind you of that. Many couples have a great time returning to the place where they fell in love or has played a part in their relationship, whether it’s your high school/college campus, restaurant where you went on your first date or even where the proposal happened. You can also incorporate your common interests, such as hiking, playing pool, or even flag football. This kind of engagement shoot tends to be a lot of fun for everyone, plus it gives you a chance to show your friends and family exactly why you are getting married.
3. Save the Date!
I’ve seen way too many couples that thought one of their photos from Facebook would suffice as a photograph to use for their save-the-dates. More often than not, the shot is not all that flattering. It’s usually from a night out, either in a bar or at a party, where the lighting is so dark that you’re not sure who is in the photo, or the couple’s faces are washed out from the flash of the camera. Either way, it’s not something people really want to stick on their fridge. The photos you get from your engagement photography session ensure you that you and your fiance look your best, and that your save-the-date won’t be hidden under this week’s grocery list.
4. It’s a great way to change up the traditional guest book (and other reception items).
Sometimes the traditional guest signature and address works just fine, but if you want something a little more personal, a book filled with your engagement photos is a great way to do that. A photo book normally has one or two photographs per page with a large border for guests to scribble some well-wishes for the happy couple. Another option, which Dragonfly Studio happens to offer, is having your favorite photograph from the session printed on a canvas. The guests can also write a message on the border provided, and it makes a wonderful addition to your home. Either way, the end result is something that you and your new spouse can look at again and again, instead of finding a place for it in storage.
Another idea for your photos is using them for your table numbers. It’s a fun way to snazz up this traditional centerpiece item and it adds a more personal touch to your wedding.
Finally, you can use your photographs for labels that you may be using for your favors. It adds a nice touch, and it’s another way to share your joy with your friends and family.
Hopefully, these ideas will help you decide to schedule an engagement photography session with your photographer. If anything else, it will give you an excuse to step away from planning for awhile and spend some time with the love of your life.
Sometimes the traditional guest signature and address works just fine, but if you want something a little more personal, a book filled with your engagement photos is a great way to do that. A photo book normally has one or two photographs per page with a large border for guests to scribble some well-wishes for the happy couple. Another option, which Dragonfly Studio happens to offer, is having your favorite photograph from the session printed on a canvas. The guests can also write a message on the border provided, and it makes a wonderful addition to your home. Either way, the end result is something that you and your new spouse can look at again and again, instead of finding a place for it in storage.
Another idea for your photos is using them for your table numbers. It’s a fun way to snazz up this traditional centerpiece item and it adds a more personal touch to your wedding.
Finally, you can use your photographs for labels that you may be using for your favors. It adds a nice touch, and it’s another way to share your joy with your friends and family.
Hopefully, these ideas will help you decide to schedule an engagement photography session with your photographer. If anything else, it will give you an excuse to step away from planning for awhile and spend some time with the love of your life.
by guest author, Jessica Sherman
