Ireland Engagement Shoot
If you are an engaged couple (or are soon to be engaged) can I let you in on a little secret?
Engagement shoots are awesome! Just look at Kevin and Meagan below. We had such a fun time walking around Peatlands Park and I was so pleased with how their images turned out! This pair were super chilled and very natural with each other.
Three reasons to have an engagement shoot
There is honestly no better way for you and your photographer to get off on the right foot than to have an engagement/couples/pre-wedding shoot.
As a Wedding photographer it is definitely one of my absolute favourite things to do and let me tell you why.
1/ The vast majority of couples have never had their photos taken before. This is therefore an amazing opportunity to get in front of the camera. Yes, you will probably have some nerves, that’s only natural, but after a while you will both feel more and more at ease. You can not make any mistakes! This is going to be such an advantage to you both on the wedding day. You both have a better idea what to expect and with the nerves now gone it’s one less thing to have to worry about for the big day! (I’ve also got a little Couples Style guide if you’re worried about what to wear).
2/ You get to meet your photographer. I have done sooo many zooms lately which has been great but nothing beats meeting people face to face. It gives both parties the chance to get to know each other a little more as we walk along the beach or climb a mountain together. Personally, I always tend to keep things light hearted and try and focus on making this a fun experience. Again, this is a total game changer as there is a better level of friendship and trust built up previously which makes both you and I more comfortable with each other by the time the wedding day comes round.
3/ As we all know life is busy. However long you leave to plan your wedding from engagement to the wedding day it is such a special time in your life and it’s good to capture it. Plus ,I always love turning up at the wedding reception and seeing the couples photos which I took on display!
A total win-win
So there you have it. This is a total win-win situation for couples. Once the nerves subside you’re left with some great memories to look back on as you both look to a long and happy future ahead.
Ps. Aren’t these two great! Can’t wait for their big day next Summer!!!
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Ireland Engagement Shoot // Kevin & Meagan