HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2012-03-01, Page 22PAGE 22. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 2012.Tips for memorable engagement pictures
MS –Newly engaged couples
choose to capture the occasion in
photos that they can cherish. Often,
one of these photos is used as an
announcement to family and friends
and might even be published in the
local newspaper.
Engagement photos may be part of
a package negotiated with the
photographer who will be covering
the wedding day. Some couples
enlist the help of a friend or a
budding photographer to capture an
engagement shot. The average cost
of engagement photos can range
from $200 to $500. Some couples
opt to use a photographer who might
specialize in other areas (i.e. fashion
models) but may want to break into
the wedding biz because of how
lucrative it can be. Costs may be
negotiated as a result.
When shopping around for a
photographer, there are certain
things couples should keep in mind.
The first and most important is
selecting a photographer you can
relate to. If you don’t feel a
connection with the photographer,
he or she will have trouble coaxing
the shots that will produce the best
results. He or she should also be a
professional and have some
experience working with posing
couples. This way the photos don’t
look stiff or contrived. Here are
some other tips that can lead to great
photos.
• Find a photographer who fits
your style. If you’re a quirky couple,
go with a quirky photographer. If
you’re reserved and a follow-the-
book type of couple, then select a
more traditional photographer. Some
photographers out there forget that
this is your moment and want to
impart their idea of what you want.
Make sure he or she takes your ideas
into consideration.
• Select one who is open to
different shoot locations and
brainstorming. Some of the best
photos occur in natural settings,
where things aren’t entirely planned.
If a photographer simply works out
of a studio, you may want to select
one who has more free reign with
different locales.
• Choose your location wisely.
Certain locations will stand out in
your minds because they are visually
stunning or are special places where
you have spent moments as a couple.
By choosing a place that offers a
personal connection, there’s a good
chance you'll appreciate the photos
in the long run. Also, be open to thefact that unplanned stops may offer a
great background for the image. Be
open to the unexpected.
• Try random poses and some
candid shots. Although you might
have a vision of the perfect photo in
your mind, experimenting with
different ideas can sometimes lead to
a great photo you really love. Expect
to take your share of kissing, nose-
touching and portrait shots. But
some fun poses, such as running or
jumping (or rolling around on a
beach full of waves) can produce
candid shots that are truly
masterpieces. Remember,
sometimes photographers will pose
you in positions that seem a bit
awkward, but this is to get the best
lines of the body and flattering
images.
• Choose clothing that fits the
mood. If time and budget allows,
have several different wardrobe
changes so that you can see which
outfits work and which ones don't. A
formal outfit, comfortable street
clothes, something beachy or
clothing that fits with your interests
(such as polo or baseball) can make
for interesting engagement photos.
Avoid clothing that is too trendy or
busy, which may take away from the
actual images in the long run. Plus,
you don’t want to look back at these
photos in the future and say, “What
was I thinking?” Avoid matchy-
matchy, though. If you are dressed
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The right engagement pictures can make all the difference
and they can provide an important time capsule for the
couple to look back on. (MS photo)