What Do You Need To Know About Wedding Engagement Sessions?

Wedding engagement sessions are essential to the wedding planning process and can help you prepare for your big day. When it comes to your wedding photography, there are many things to consider. And one of the most important decisions is whether or not to book an engagement session. Here at photokings.ca, we know that these sessions are often overlooked by couples overwhelmed with all the other aspects of planning their big day. But they shouldn’t be!

Wedding engagement sessions are a fantastic way to get comfortable in front of the camera and have fun with your fiancé before the big day. Plus, they’re an excellent way for your photographer to get to know you better so they can capture your personality on camera during your wedding day and make sure everything looks perfect.

At photokings.ca, we know that it can be hard to plan for your dream engagement shoot. That’s why we’re here to help you get the most out of your session and answer any questions you might have before the big day!

Like most weddings, our engagement sessions are fun, casual, and relaxed. But what do you need to know about these sessions? We’ve got all the info you need right here!

What is an engagement session?

Wedding engagement sessions are a great way to get to know your photographer, ensure you’re comfortable with them and see if they’re the right fit for you and your partner.

You’ll also want to use this time to get some practice in front of the camera before the wedding day arrives!

The wedding engagement sessions are a chance for you two to connect in front of the camera and have fun together. It’s also an excellent opportunity to get comfortable in front of the camera to feel confident on your wedding day!

How does an engagement shoot work?

Engagement shoots are a great way to get comfortable with being in front of the camera and working with your photographer. You can do them anywhere or even in your own home. There are two main types of engagement shoots: traditional and lifestyle. Traditional engagement shoots usually take place outside, while lifestyle shoots take inside. Both can be fun ways to get the photos you want, but they have different benefits and drawbacks.

Traditional Engagement Shoot – A traditional engagement shoot consists of taking photos at a public place like a park or beach. This kind of shoot is excellent if you’re looking for more “traditional” pictures that represent what it’s like to be engaged: holding hands on the beach, kissing on a bench in a park, etc.

Lifestyle Engagement Shoot – A lifestyle engagement shoot takes place indoors, representing your life together: at home in your living room, working in your office building, etc. These shoots are great because they allow you to show who you are as individuals and as a couple—your personalities shine through because it’s more intimate than just standing against trees or rocks on the beach!

How do we pick a location for our engagement session?

You might wonder how to pick a location for your engagement session. We’ve got some tips for you!

First, the location should be somewhere that has meaning for your relationship. Maybe it’s a place you’ve been together before, or maybe something about it reminds you of one another. If you can’t think of any good locations, try looking at online lists of romantic spots in your city or nearby cities and see if anything jumps out at you.

Second, make sure that the location isn’t too crowded with people who don’t know each other—you want this to feel like an intimate moment between just the two of you and your photographer. It is not an occasion where you want to invite friends and family with their cameras!

What days and times can our engagement session take place?

The best time to schedule your engagement session is during the golden hour. It is that time right after sunrise when the light is warm and soft, and golden. The golden hour usually lasts about an hour, depending on where you live.

If you’re unsure what time of day your engagement session should take place, don’t worry—here at photokings.ca, we can help! We’ll be able to tell you what times are best for engagement sessions in your area by looking at sunrise/sunset times and comparing them with your wedding date and location.

What should we wear during the engagement session?

The answer to this question is simple: wear whatever you feel most comfortable in.

An engagement session is an opportunity to capture the real you, so don’t worry about dressing up too much. You want to look like yourselves. Don’t pick out your wedding dress yet—you’ll be able to do that later!

But don’t feel like you have to dress casually, either. If you and your partner are fans of vintage clothes, or if you love your best jeans and t-shirts, wear them! Make sure that whatever you’re wearing makes sense for the location where we’ll be taking the photos (e.g., if we’re going on a hike through a forest, do not wear heels).

What else should we bring with us to the engagement session?

-Bring whatever you’d like to wear for your wedding day. If you want to bring your wedding dress, do it! If you want to bring your suit and tie or dress shoes, go ahead! The more comfortable you are with your clothes, the more relaxed and natural your pictures will look.

-Your photographer will be happy to help with hair and makeup if needed, but don’t forget any accessories or jewelry that might complete your outfit—you don’t want to be running back home after the session because you forgot something important!

-Make sure everyone who’s coming is aware of where the session will take place. It’s best if everyone arrives at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time so that everyone can get settled into their surroundings and feel relaxed before starting their photos.

Can we bring our dogs? Kids? What about our props?

The short answer is yes. You can bring whatever you want! Engagement sessions are about creating a relaxed and fun environment for your photographer to capture the two of you in the way that makes your relationship feel the most authentic. If having a puppy in your shot would make you feel more relaxed, bring one! If having a prop (like a baseball bat or your favorite book) would help establish a vibe, bring that too! You can also choose to go without props—it’s totally up to you.

Can you help us learn to pose?

Yes, the wedding photographer will help you learn to pose during the engagement session.

You’ll want to ensure that you bring a groom willing to take direction and experiment with different poses and a bride with no problem being bold and playful.

The first thing to know about wedding engagement sessions is that they’re all about posing.

It’s not just a matter of pointing and shooting or asking your subject to look at the camera. A good photographer can pose you in flattering and natural-looking ways, even if they’re not necessarily what you’d think of as “natural” poses. The best way to learn how to pose for a photo is by having someone who knows what they’re doing take your picture in different situations to see what works best for your body type and personality.

The second thing to know about wedding engagement sessions is that they’re also about telling a story.

It’s essential for your photographer not only to get great shots of each of you individually but also some shots of the two of you together—not just kissing, but maybe playing around with props or wasting time with each other in front of the camera. That way, when people see the photos, they’ll have an idea of what kind of couple you are: whether you’re goofy and silly or serious and heartfelt; whether you have a lot of chemistry with each other or not much at all.

Will the wedding engagement sessions be costly?

Not at all!

Here at Photokings.ca, Our wedding engagement sessions are designed to be simple and stress-free, so they don’t cost as much as traditional wedding photo shoots. We offer a variety of options for both you and your partner to choose from based on what you’re looking for. You can choose from single or multiple sessions, depending on how much time you want to spend with us on this special occasion.

Regardless of which package you choose, we’ll take care of everything from start to finish—you won’t even have to think about a thing! We’ll meet with you beforehand to get a feel for who you are and what’s essential for your photos. Then, when the big day comes, we’ll come along with our cameras ready for action!

Afterward, we’ll put together an album that captures all the best moments from your engagement session—the ones where you smiled big, stood close together or kissed each other in the most romantic way possible. Those photos will bring back memories of this magical time whenever they’re pulled out of storage later on down the road.

How many photos do we get from an engagement session?

Here at photokings.ca, we like to ensure you get the most out of your engagement session. That’s why we offer an incredible number of photos to choose from—you’ll have over 200 to choose from, which means you’ll have plenty of gorgeous shots to choose from when it comes time to design your wedding album!

We know that this is a special moment in your life, and we want to do everything we can to capture it perfectly. That’s why we offer so many images—you can choose the ones that will make up the best possible album for your big day!

We hope you enjoyed our article about what you need to know about wedding engagement sessions.
If you’re considering hiring a photographer for your wedding, we’d love to hear from you! Visit our website or Give us a call at (647) 699-1994 so we can talk about how we can help make your day even more special.

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