Many photographers have stopped offering engagement sessions. I, on the other hand, have decided that they are invaluable to my business. Once I have secured my contract with the client we determine a date and location for an outdoor engagement session. The session itself usually takes about 90 minutes including walking, positioning, talking, etc.
These sessions are a phenomenal way to get to know the couple, to familiarize them with my poses, and to generally get to know them. We discuss many things along the way, including how they met, favorite memories, and just fun stories. We also discuss the upcoming wedding - this is often a great time to determine what their particular concerns/fears might be. Perhaps an awkward family situation or anxiety over the timing of the formal photograph session. Whatever it is, it's my goal to allay their fears by the end of the engagement session.
I process their photos within the week and then post them online at www.collages.net for proofing. This is an awesome website that provides excellent service to the photographer and the client.
After the photos are online I contact the engaged couple and ask them to look through the photos and pick out their favorite 10-15 images. I tell them that I will be adding others for backgrounds as I design their fully custom FULL COLOR PHOTOGRAPHIC SIGN-IN BOOK. This book is created here in our own in-house lab and then a proof is sent to the couple for their comments. After a few changes are made then the couple gives me their final approval and I send the Sign-In Book to the bindery.
Some Engagement Sessions involve pets and others sometimes include children. Having the children included in a blended family engagement shoot is an excellent way to gain their confidence,since they may feel nervous on the day of the wedding.
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