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6 Engagement Photo Tips (For the Perfect Photo Session)

By Kelly Benton on November 24, 2018 | No Comments

Engagement Photography

Engagement Photo Session Tips

Engagement sessions for me can sometimes feel like a 2-hour pressure cooker where I am constantly trying to figure out what’s next - what location, pose, and lens can I use to create as many unique photos as possible?

But not every photo has to include your clients’ faces.  In fact, taking a few non-traditional photos is a great way to add interest to the set, and draw inspiration from new places.  Here are 6 tips I recommend the next time you are photographing an engagement session:

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Tip 1. Capture Affection Through Body Language

When you’re photographing an engaged couple, a good number of your photos will probably show them embracing.  It’s worth it to take a second and capture one of these moments from a different angle.  I always try to get a few good shots of my clients cuddling or holding hands that does not include their faces.  It draws the viewer in to study the body language, which can speak volumes.

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Tip 2. Photograph the Ring when the Couple is Kissing

There are tons of different ways to shoot the ring while the bride is wearing it, but finding a pose that does not feel cheesy and overdone can be tough.

My favorite ring shots include the bride and groom kissing or almost kissing, because it’s natural for the bride to put her hands near the groom’s face.  Including a small bit of their faces gives the photo the emotional aspect it needs, while still leaving the ring as the focus.

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Tip 3. Don’t Forget Fido

I love when my couples bring their dog (or other family pet) along for part of the session.  I use this opportunity to get a few photos that focus on the dog, and even take a few solo shots of him for the couple to frame at home or work.

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Tip 4. Make Sure to Take a Silhouette of the Couple

A silhouette photo is a quick and easy way to diversify your images during an engagement session.  Pick a spot that shows off the beauty or interest of the location, making sure the background is significantly brighter than the light being cast on the couple.  Pose the couple so there is some degree of face and body separation, taking note of where other dark objects intersect the image.  Expose for the background, and darken the subjects a bit more in post if needed.  Here are some great silhouette photo examples for inspiration!

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Tip 5. Show Off the Location

Try to include some photos that show the location, especially if it’s some place meaningful to your clients.  This might mean using props like wine glasses at a winery, including something in the foreground or background of the image like a bridge or sign, or simply pulling back and showing a bit more of the environment.

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Tip 6. Photograph The Ring at the Location

Everyone loves a good ring shot.  Take the time the find a way to incorporate the ring into the surroundings, and it will be even more significant to your clients especially if the location is a meaningful to them!

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Use these ideas the next time you are photographing an engagement session to provide some much needed inspiration.  They will elevate the resulting set of images to a whole new level and your newly engaged couple will be thrilled!

That's all for today!  To learn more about Wedding Photography, check out the rest of our Wedding Week posts:

  1. Do You Want to Be a Wedding Photographer
  2. How to Become a Wedding Photographer in 7 Steps
  3. How to Survive Your First Wedding Consultation
  4. Wedding Contract: 6 Things You Must Include
  5. Wedding Photography Timeline, Checklist and Shot List
  6. Bride Getting Ready: Tips for Fantastic Bridal Images
  7. First Look Wedding Photos: How to Capture Romantic Images
  8. Photographing Wedding Details: Ultimate Wedding Photo Guide
  9. How to be a Perfect Second Shooter at a Wedding
  10. Wedding Photography Lightroom Workflow
  11. Edgy, Romantic Wedding Photos Edited with Pretty Presets for Lightroom

Do you have any questions or other Engagement Photography Session Tips you would like to share with us?  Leave us a comment below - we would LOVE to hear from you!  And PLEASE SHARE this post using the social sharing buttons (we really appreciate it)!

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Pretty Presets for Lightroom author Kelly Benton

Kelly Benton

Portrait Photographer

Kelly Benton lives with her husband and two adorable dachshunds in Northeast Indiana, where she works from home as a Wedding Photographer. When she’s not photographing over people’s love, she’s a wannabe-rockstar triathlete with a penchant for funny movies and craft beer.

November 24, 2018

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