Not knowing what to expect is the biggest source of nerves before an engagement shoot. In practice it runs in a fixed order, start to finish.
The session starts with a few minutes to settle in and talk through what you’re hoping to get, even if that’s already been discussed beforehand, and from there direction stays constant throughout so there’s no standing around wondering what to do next. Once the shoot wraps, a proofing gallery follows within a couple of days. A first look, before anything is retouched.
Final delivery follows once retouching is complete, with the timeline agreed clearly at the point of booking rather than left open-ended.
See also: Why a cheap engagement shoot often costs more in the end.
For everything this post didn’t cover, including current pricing, the Engagement Shoots page has the full picture, or reach out directly and ask.
FAQs
Quick answers, no fluff.
Can we use the images for save-the-dates or a wedding website?
Yes, that is exactly what most couples do with them. High-resolution files suitable for print come along with web-sized versions.
Where do engagement shoots happen?
Wherever means something to the couple: where they met, a favourite park, their own street. A London suggestion is easy to make if wanted.
Further reading
A few more posts worth reading.
- How to choose the right engagement shoot photographer in London
- What's different about an engagement shoot for save-the-date couples
- The best time of year to book an engagement shoot in London
- Can you book an engagement shoot last minute in London?
The steps
Broken into steps below.
- Settle in and talk through the brief. The first few minutes, even if it's already been discussed beforehand.
- Be directed throughout the shoot. Constant, gentle direction means there's no standing around wondering what to do.
- Review the proofing gallery. A first look within a couple of days, before anything is retouched.
- Receive final delivery. On the timeline agreed at booking, not left open-ended.