The engagement shoot is the prelude to the wedding day.  It announces your upcoming event, but wait there are other reasons as to why you should do engagement shots.

You have spent a long time interviewing potential wedding photographers. All have the credentials, the portfolio and even the testimonials. So why haven’t you selected one yet? Well, you are wondering if there is chemistry between you and the photographer. The connection is very important. Did you know that the photographer is also, asking; “Can I work with the couple”? Will they accept my style of photography? One way to make sure is to take the photographer for a test drive. Find out what the cost is for engagement shots. If you have the time, one year before your big day or so, ask to incorporate an engagement shoot with your wedding package, if you feel that they are the ones for you.

Rei and Jonathan 2009

Another reason for pre-wedding shots could be that you want to incorporate these photos into your wedding plans. Like, photo inserts in wedding invitations, photos on wine bottle labels, use as part of the sign in table and the list goes on and on.

This couple, Rei and Jonathan, just wanted to send their shots with their invitations and especially show off the city they live in, “Seattle, Wa”. So if you have chosen a photographer for your wedding, but still would like to feel good about your choice, take them out for a test drive and sign them up for an engagement shoot.

Cheers,

Melchor Berona, Photo Essence