Choose a favorite date spot
Do you have a favorite local restaurant or coffee shop? Maybe you have a museum you like to visit. If there’s a nearby spot that you love to enjoy together, it can be the perfect location for your engagement session. You’ll already feel comfortable in a familiar place, so you can focus on each other and worry less about the camera pointed at you. This is one of the reasons why I don’t mind traveling for a client’s engagement session. It’s a win-win situation for all concerned - I get to learn about somewhere new, and you get beautiful pictures in one of your favorite places. Another treasured memory to be had.
Keep the time of day in mind
When it comes to photography, lighting makes all the difference in the world. Now, I am a wedding photographer that is very versed in working with artificial light. This means it doesn’t matter what time of day we hold your session in, we will be just fine when it comes to your session. But, if you have a sunset or golden hour shoot in mind, make sure to communicate this to your photographer. This way, the two of you can brainstorm the best places to capture that specific type of lighting. And if you’re just not sure what time of day has the best light, I guarantee your photographer will know!