Earlier this week we
spoke with Emily Clack, a respected wedding photographer located in the
Washington DC area. Emily was kind enough to share her views on the importance of
engagement photo shoots and why photographers and couples alike always
enjoy the engagement photo shoot experience.
According to Emily: “Today,
photographers are taking a fresh approach when taking engagement photos of
newly engaged couples by incorporating beautiful and interesting scenery as
well as mixing candid and posed moments. I strongly encourage couples to have
an engagement photo session for several reasons:
1. It’s a great way to
get to know your photographer's style of shooting.
2. It's also a great way
for you, as a couple, to get comfortable being in front of a professional photographer's
camera.
3. Having photos taken
before your big day will build up a trust and familiarity with your
photographer and your photographer will already have experience taking your
picture prior to your wedding day.
4. Most couples have not
had professional photos of themselves before their wedding day. They can be
used for Save The Dates, Wedding websites, Christmas cards, or just to have a
few framed around your home.
5. Engagement photo
shoots are fun! They are laid back and an enjoyable way to spend a couple of
hours together - showing off your happiness.
Engagement shoots are very enjoyable for me because I get to work with a great
new couple each time and we can take our time during this shoot and go to a
variety of locations, versus a wedding where the day is on a tight
schedule.
What also makes an engagement photo shoot enjoyable is when my couples really
get into the shoot and are over that initial nervous feeling of being in front
of a camera while in a public setting. I especially love it when we can
brainstorm about ideas together about what the next pose or location should be.
I can tell when a couple becomes relaxed in front of the camera when they start
doing things on their own - just being involved with themselves and being in
love - and I no longer have to give any direction. This is when the beautiful
moments happen - when you forget your photographer is even there and you are
just being yourselves! Whether it's laughing together, holding hands, or
getting lost in your partner's eyes - these images should be a reflection of
your relationship together and love for one another."
Check out Emily’s recent
engagement photo shoot, which was featured on one of our favorite wedding blogs,
‘United With Love’.
About Emily: With a
background in Graphic Design, she fell in love with photography and hasn’t looked
back since. Emily says “I have a photojournalistic approach when it comes to
shooting weddings. I like to let things happen and not interfere too much,
because it is already a day filled with beautiful moments and details"
If you want to view more
of Emily’s beautiful photos or to contact here direct:
Email: emily@emilyclackphotography.com
Telephone: 804.931.7479
Labels: Engagement Photo Shoots, Wedding Photographer, Wedding Photography