Engagement sessions are a perfect opportunity to capture the moments that tell your story and illustrate the love you share. They allow couples connect with photographers before the wedding, practice in front of the camera, and enjoy the experience of being photographed together ahead of your big day. These sessions help you feel more comfortable on the wedding day, making your photographs even more successful.
Pre-wedding and engagement sessions typically last up to two hours at the chosen location and I personally love to begin a few hours before sunset, depending on the area. I love to meet with couples 15 to 30 minutes before we start to discuss your wardrobe and our plan for the shoot locations.
These sessions are exploratory. Take a moment to reflect on what feels most authentic to you. Our only limitations are our imaginations! Be creative, explore, and together, we’ll create something very beautiful.
What location to choose?
Choose a location that is unique and special to you; somewhere that evokes memories or inspires a sense of wanderlust. No location is too far, and no adventure is too great. Think outside the box and challenge your imagination. The Spanish coastline, Costa Brava or Costa Blanca, with its stunning beaches, intimate bays, and picturesque villages, is the perfect setting for these sessions.
Outfit
What you wear is one of the most essential elements of an engagement session. Expressing yourselves with a coordinated and outstanding wardrobe brings an editorial look to your images. I like to pair locations with outfits, and always suggest my couples bring two to three options. Your outfits are entirely your choice. Looking for inspiration or ideas? I’m happy to help and can provide links to my favorite style Pinterest boards, where you’ll find inspiration on pairing outfits, color palettes, and general styling. Consider refined casual, classic chic, metropolitan dressy, timeless formal outfits, and accessories.
Props and Makeup
Whether your passion is sailing, traveling, or your pet, props can enhance the shoot and breathe life into a photograph. Consider location-appropriate props, boats, cars, or animals and meaningfut for your elements.
Hair and makeup are just as important as fashion choices. Your engagement session is a fantastic opportunity to schedule a trial with a hair and makeup artist before your wedding day.
Turnaround Time
You will be able to view your photographs in an online gallery 2-4 weeks after the shoot, and choose the best use for them: social media, a wedding website, save-the-date cards, or wedding souvenirs.
Whether you plan your engagement sessions in Barcelona, Mallorca or the Canary Islands, southern Spain, or the Basque Country, I am ready to capture the essence of your love in an environment that reflects the beauty of your unique story together. I look forward to creating unforgettable memories with you!
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