Photoshoot Checklist: How to prepare for your engagement or couples photos
If you are planning your engagement or couples photos session, chances are you might be feeling a little nervous. That is such a normal way to feel!! I don’t expect you to have everything perfectly planned or know what to do. That’s my job! All I need from you is to show up and be yourself. Taking photos can feel awkward, especially when you aren’t sure what to expect, so I want to make sure you feel prepared to have the BEST time during our portrait session.
If you have already picked a location, date, & outfits for your session, we are now in the in-between-anticipation time. You are probably feeling excited, thinking about what to wear, and might be feeling a little nervous. Below is a photoshoot checklist of actions & items to bring that will help you feel prepared, comfortable, and hopefully as stress-free as possible. I also included my checklist of items that help me feel prepared & ready to take your photos!
photoshoot Checklist:
Take a deep breath, tell your person how thankful you are to be together, & don’t rush! Do what you can to show up to our session feeling relaxed & in the moment. Give yourself plenty of time to get ready & stop for a treat on the way to celebrate.
Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes earlier than our planned meeting time. This will give you time to settle in once you arrive at our location & not feel rushed.
Try on your outfits before the date of our session to make sure you feel happy & comfortable in them. Practice dancing around in them to make sure they’re comfortable to move around in. Bring a few backup options just in case!
Include a cute prop or activity that represents your relationship (this might feel cheesy but it’s so cute!)
If you want to bring your pet, is there someone close to you willing to tag along and watch them while we take photos of just you two?
Tell your partner one more time how thankful you are to get to do this with them!! Your love is a big deal & I’m so excited to capture it :)
Everything I’m bringing with me:
My camera, a few lenses, & SD cards of course!!
Prompts & actions to keep you moving & focused on each other
Clear umbrellas in case of rain
Positive reassurance (I’m gonna compliment you a lot!!)
Emergency Kit: scissors, bandaids, safety pins, fabric tape, wet wipes, deodorant, dry shampoo, hairspray, comb, bobby pins, sewing kit, etc.
Changing Tent
Blanket
