Engagement Photography 101: The Ultimate Do's and Don'ts with DiConti Weddings
Check out the following article from Matt DiConti of DiConti Weddings on tips for your engagement session.
Your engagement photo session is an essential part of your wedding. Engagement is a unique period before the wedding, and your photos will help you remember and commemorate your feelings and emotions during that time.
Here are some tips and mistakes to avoid to ensure your engagement photos turn out as beautiful as your relationship.
1. Wear Clothes You Feel Comfortable and Confident In
Your engagement photos will reflect how you feel at that moment. To get the best pictures, you should wear clothes that complement your body type and personal style. Don’t buy new clothes for the engagement photo session and try them on for the first time that day.
Be true to yourself and don’t try to project or imitate the style of anyone else. Wearing clothes that make you feel confident and at ease allows your true beauty to shine.
It's also better to bring around two to three outfits to the photoshoot so that you have a range of options to choose from. Multiple outfits will also add color and style to your engagement photography session.
For example, bring a casual set of jeans and t-shirts and pack a formal dress you might wear out on a date with your partner. Make sure the clothes are ironed and ready to wear before the photoshoot.
2. Be Prepared for Unexpected Occurrences
If you hired an engagement photographer to take pictures of this special occasion, they are likely charging you by the hour or per day. Hence, it's better to come prepared so that you don't have to cancel or postpone your photography session.
Bring your makeup items with you in a small bag so that you can touch up in between photos. Don't forget to pack a set of combs, brushes, and a mirror to help you look like the best version of yourself in your engagement photos.
Also, remember to bring a few hair bands so that you can tie your hair back if it's windy or arrange your hair in different styles to complement your various outfits.
3. Be Active and Natural
Your engagement photoshoot should be a fun and memorable event. Don't stress about how the pictures will turn out. Instead, focus on having fun and enjoying this time with your partner. Try to pose as little as possible so that the photos don't look unnatural or artificial.
A good idea is to interact with your partner like you normally do, such as hugging them, touching their hand, combing your fingers through their hair, looking at them with love-filled eyes, etc. Engagement photos are meant to show a couple in love so act in love while the photographer captures your moments together.
To get the best engagement and wedding photography prices and packages, get in touch with DiConti Weddings. We have professional and experienced wedding photographers for weddings and engagements in Los Angeles and Nashville. Contact us today to find out more about our photography and videography packages.
Full article from Matt DiConti available HERE.
