LET’S TALK ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS (BECAUSE THEY'RE KINDA A BIG DEAL)
MADISON AND DEREK// OHIOPYLE, PA
You’re engaged (cue the confetti!)—and between cake tastings and color swatches, someone mentions the engagement session. Maybe it’s tucked into your wedding photography package, maybe it’s an optional add-on… either way, you’re wondering, “Do we really need this?”
Spoiler alert: YES. An engagement photoshoot isn’t just about cute pics for your Save-the-Dates (though you’ll totally get those too). It’s about comfort, connection, and capturing the real magic between you two before the big day chaos begins.
Get to Know Your Photographer (AKA Your Third Wheel)
Your wedding photographer will be by your side all day—so why not vibe beforehand? An engagement session helps you build that connection, making the wedding day feel more like hanging out with a friend than posing for a stranger.
Ask Yourself:
- Have we spent time with our photographer before the big day?
- Do we feel totally comfortable being ourselves on camera?
Alllll the Wedding Extras
Those dreamy engagement session pics? They’re perfect for everything from invitations to guestbooks to bridal shower displays. Trust me—your guests will love seeing your love story on full display.
Ask Yourself:
- How can we personalize our wedding with these photos?
- Could these pics make our invites or guestbook extra special?
It’s Like a Dress Rehearsal—But Way Cuter
Think of your engagement session as the perfect practice run. You’ll get comfy in front of the camera, learn your best angles, and build trust with your wedding photographer. No awkward prom poses here—just natural, joy-filled moments that will have you hyped for the main event.
Ask Yourself:
- How do we want our wedding photos to feel?
- Do we know what kind of poses feel authentic to us?
Test Drive Your Wedding Day Look
Want to do a trial run of your makeup artist or test a killer outfit combo? Your engagement session is the perfect time. Plus, you’ll get to see how it photographs before the big day!
Ask Yourself:
- Is this a good excuse to get glammed up (yes)?
- Do we want a sneak peek of how we’ll look in photos?
Hit the Pause button
Wedding planning is a whirlwind—your engagement photoshoot is a chance to stop, soak it in, and remember what this is all about: you two. Laugh, twirl, smooch. Just be in the moment.
Ask Yourself:
When was our last unplugged, just-us moment?
Wouldn’t it be fun to celebrate where we are right now?
--So, don’t sleep on the engagement session!
It’s more than just snapping cute pics (though, yes—those are totally part of it). It’s your chance to celebrate this sweet, in-between chapter before the aisle walk, cake cutting, and all the confetti.
Just got engaged? Pop the bubbly and let’s make some photo magic! I’ve already spilled the tea on wedding packages and timelines on the blog—so now it’s your turn to jump in. Let’s kick off this love story right—with a session that feels so you. Ready to book? I’m ready when you are!
