Tips For Couples And Engagement Photographers Bay Area On How To Get Great Photos

By Roger Barnes


Getting engaged is quite exciting for most couples. One of the ways couples can choose to celebrate this is by taking engagement photos. These photos can be used in a variety of ways. You can use them when sending out save the date cards, or you can use them in the newspapers when you are making an announcement about your commitment. You definitely want to look good in these photos. Here are some tips that you can use together with engagement photographers Bay Area to come up with nice photos.

You need to decide where you will take the photos. You can choose to take it in the studio or you can take it outside. Your choice of location should be influenced by where you will feel most comfortable in. Also, take into consideration the weather. It will be challenging for you to take photos outside if the weather is too windy or it is raining.

Decide who will take the lead during this day. If you are well aware about what you want, then you can share your ideas with the photographer. You can also let the photographer take charge of the session, given that they have experience and have done this many times before. It is best that one person directs the session, so that there is minimal confusion. If too many people are giving ideas of what should be done, your ideas will clash.

You need to think about hair and makeup. You need to look good on this day. These photos will last a long time, so the more professional they are the better. You can as the professional whether they work together with any makeup artists. Also, consider getting your nails done as well.

This is an intimate time, so you will have to take some intimate shots. You should be mentally prepared for this, so that you don't feel uncomfortable. Lighten up since the photographer as taken such shots before, so you don't have to be too self conscious. You will also need some close up shots.

Carefully choose the clothes that you will put on. Choose something that you will look nice in. Solid colors look best in photos. Patterns and floral prints might not be that flattering in photos. Choose colors that flatter your skin tone. You don't have to get up on the idea of wearing matching outfits. Just wear clothes that complement each other well.

Think about your jewelry. You shouldn't wear something flashy. Simple and elegant will work out great. The jewelry has to complement your outfit but do not overdo it. Consider wearing some earrings and a neck piece too. You can also wear bangles, if it is appropriate.

Give yourself ample time for the shoot. Avoid doing it on a day when you are busy since these sessions will take time. Plan to spend a couple of hours at the shoot. Keep in mind that you will take more than one photo. You will also have to change your outfits too, if you want.




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