“The best thing about a picture is that it never changes, even when the people in it do. ”

- Andy Warhol

When it comes to engagement sessions with my couples, and whether or not they should be captured, I cannot recommend it enough! In a world full of selfies and pretty good iPhone camera’s, I’m sure you have plenty of photos of the two of you, but there’s something truly special about experiencing your engagement with a professional photographer prior to the big day; A chance to put away the phone, nix the timers and stretched out arms, and to celebrate your love!

Without a doubt, you should be excited for your wedding day photo op! But, if you’re still on the fence about booking an engagement photoshoot, follow along for my top 4 reasons to get in front of the camera.

01. GET COMFORTABLE

The number one thing I hear from couples, and just about anyone, before our photoshoots is how uncomfortable they feel in front of the camera. So, trust me when I say, you’re not alone! It’s totally natural. Everyone feels that way at some point, myself included. If you’re feeling like this, then an engagement session will be super helpful for you! and here’s why:

Just like anything; the more you do it, the more natural it will feel. The engagement is such an exciting time for you and your fiancé, and the engagement session is the perfect setting to conquer that fear of being “awkward” long before your wedding day. Now, a good photographer will definitely help you feel more comfortable and find a way to get those natural moments between you and your love, but this warm-up before the big game will shake out any of those fears and insecurities so you can walk into your wedding day feeling like a pro.

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02. CREATE A CONNECTION

Alright, we’re getting in front of the camera more! We’re feeling a bit more natural, but something is still missing. As a photographer, I find it super important to connect deeper with my couples, get to know more about them and to create a connection. My passion starts with the people who welcome me into their lives and trust me to capture their story; This connection is something that translates through the lens and into each and every photograph.

Creating time for an engagement session with your wedding photographer allows us to get to know each other and experience how we work together. It’s an opportunity for you to be real with me, to create more openly together and to know you’re preferences so we can crush it together on the big day!

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03. THE MORE THE MERRIER

Let’s be real, who doesn’t love amazing photo’s of themselves…and honestly, your family and friends love them even more!

Engagement sessions are a great way to celebrate with everyone you love. It’s so nice to have a day to shoot separate from all the other pressures of a wedding day; Time to have fun, have multiple outfits and to create a variety of memories to print for yourself or to give to grandma. Without a doubt, your wedding day photos will be beautiful and cherished forever, but engagement photos can offer a much more relaxed and natural variety to share your announcement with everyone you love.

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04. IT’S FUN!

Thats right, it’s fun!

The best thing about your engagement photoshoot is that you’re not alone. You have your partner there to lean on, dance with and be yourself. We’ll listen to your favorite music, get to know each other and maybe pop a bottle of champagne! Of course, I'm there to give you guidance on posing along the way, but really I’m just capturing your love unfold each and every moment of the day.

I promise I have your best interest at heart, so take this time to be yourself, try some things out and most importantly have fun with it! There are no traditions or formalities with engagement shoots, so let’s put a new spin on it and show everyone what makes you you!

If you still don’t believe me, here’s what my couples have to say,

“Victoria is absolutely AMAZING!!! Not only did she make my fiance and I's engagement photoshoot an absolute blast but she really made us feel calm and comfortable so we could really be ourselves! The pictures came out exactly how I dreamed they would, she really captured our personalities and is so extremely gifted! As an artist myself my biggest priority for our wedding is the visual tone of everything and Victoria's talents and thoughtful personality went above and beyond any expectations I could have had! We cannot wait for her to capture our big day!!” - Hiliary

“Victoria’s personality is EXACTLY what we needed for being new to this. She made us feel so relaxed with her professional guidance and positive affirmations, I’d recommend her to anyone.”- Sophia

“Victoria made us feel so comfortable and the pictures came out unbelievable amazing. Wedding planning in 2020 has been extremely stressful but our engagement shoot was by far the best experience of the whole process. We can't wait for wedding photos!”- Cristina

Now that you’ve decided on taking engagement photos, head over to my 5 Tips for Stunning Engagement Photos to help you prepare for your photoshoot!

With love,

Victoria