Phil and Jenny love each other, and they love Snohomish! They are having a Snohomish wedding later this year, and I just can’t wait to take their wedding photos! From the first shot on our Engagement session, I knew this couple was going to be fun. Such great models, so brave and willing to try my random ideas! {and even offering a few of their own ideas!}

Phil and Jenny have inspired me to give a few little Engagement Session pointers, because these two really got it right…

First, location, location, location. This session is a time for you to capture who you are as a couple, and as individuals. So when we are planning our shoot together, think about a place that tells a little bit of your story! Maybe a park, maybe the urban city, or downtown shabby-chic, a romantic farm with fields, a place you have created memories, or a place you’d like to make new ones…think about it! And when in doubt, ask the photographer!      I can also suggest the best times for natural light, depending on our options!

The next question: What to wear, what to wear? Ya know, I always LOVE it when there are a few options, don’t you? So bring a few accessories, or outfits that showcase your personality! We can change it up from “normal” to “funky” and everything in between! This is YOUR time to showcase your personality, YOU are America’s next top model!!!{ Well, at least for about an hour with ME, you’re the star!} So don’t be afraid to dress up and  showcase  your personal style to the shoot!

Along with dressing up, comes playing the part. That’s right. You are going to be “performing” a little, at least it may feel like it! We are all probably not used to having paparazzi following us around, so it is gonna feel a little weird at first, right!? Don’t worry, you’re gonna get over it.   That’s what this time together is great for, getting over the awkward getting-to-know-each-other phase! We can get used to each other and any awkward feelings you may have about being in front of the camera BEFORE the wedding day, so you can be more relaxed and comforatable on your big day. Be prepared to show a little PDA. That’s right, I’m going to ask you to kiss and “nuggle” and get lost in each others eyes.  :)  This can be super weird for some people.  Jenny and Phil were an exception to this, which made my job sooo much easier! They knew how to be comfortable “loving” each other in front of me, giggling and laughing in between attempts at serious shots….it was perfect! But don’t worry all you PDA-haters! Give me animation,  silliness, & quirks with that romance! If you can do this at your engagement session, you are sure to get priceless shots that really represent the two of you and your love for one another. That’s what this is all about!