Expert Guide for Winter Engagement Photography

2. I Int ntr roduction oduction Other than the wedding day, the other important date for you and your partner is the engagement day. Since it comes before the wedding, it sets the mood for the marriage. If you are decided on having the engagement during the winter, congratulations! First, winter engagements are generally beautiful – lovely flowers, lush grass, and many other things. It’s just remarkable how some settings appear when covered by snow. Whether it’s a thin or thick blanket of ice, the conditions are just breathtaking. Secondly, the lighting the winter, especially around sunset hours, is just magical. You’ll love the purple sky and the soft light. Additionally, the conditions of the winter allow you to try different attires. From heavy sweaters to long boots and from thick scarves to warm hats, you can try everything and anything that you want. Collectively, all these things present a perfect layout for taking memorable engagement photographs. But before the photo session, you have to plan for everything. Here is an expert guide that will help you prepare for the day.

3. ontents tents T Ta ab ble le of of C Con  Choosing a Theme.  Hiring the Photographer.  Booking an Appointment.  Finding the Right Setting.  Incorporating Props and Action.  Grooming.  Picking the Perfect Clothing.  Closing Thoughts.

4. C Cho hoosing osing a T a The heme me Before you start looking for an engagement photographer, there are several things that you have to decide on so as you can communicate your expectations vividly to the expert. In this case, you’ll need to choose between the following photography themes:  Formal and informal photography: This depends on the kind of couple that you are and how the photos will be used. If you are planning to share them on social media, you may find it necessary to consider an informal theme. If you want them for official purposes like being used in a publication, then you may find it ideal to consider a formal theme.  Stage and candid photography: Stage photography applies to engagement photos that you want to frame, mostly formal images. Such photos are the most common when it comes to winter engagement photography. As for candid photography, the images contain fun touches and require extra lighting. Nonetheless, they don’t necessarily have to be framed. If you like both options, you can decide to mix them.

5. H Hir iring ing th the e P Pho hotog togr ra apher pher After you have decided on the theme, the next thing is to hire an engagement photographer. Here are the tips that you can use:  Use the internet: You can search online for a winter engagement photographer that can work with your budget and schedule. Before hiring anyone online, it’s necessary to vary a background search on the expert. You can read the reviews or set up an interview with the expert so that you can have a face to face conversation. You can also talk to the previous clients so that you can get their personal testimonials.  Ask for recommendations: You can talk to people that you know who have done a winter engagement photoshoot. Ask for their endorsements.

6. B Boo ook king ing an an A Ap ppointmen pointment t Once you have found the expert engagement photographer that you like, set up a date that you can discuss the engagement and the rates. During the appointment, you’ll need to suggest the date for the photoshoot. Basically, it makes sense to book the engagement photoshoot date immediately after the engagement. However, it doesn’t have to be on the same date. What matters is that it’s before the wedding. Actually, you can have more than one photoshoot dates. For example:  You can shoot the photos a day after the engagement to mark the time that you got engaged.  You can shoot the photos during the first month of your engagement to make it formal to the world.  You can take the photos on the day that you are setting the wedding date to add a special feel to the day.  You can do it a month before the wedding to prepare yourself for the big day.

7. F Fin indi ding ng th the e R Rig ight ht S Set etting ting Since you already have a date in mind, the next thing is picking the setting for the engagement photoshoot. Here are 7 ideas that you can use: 1. A City Backdrop The city always provides an attractive background for the winter photoshoot. You can have the images taken during the day or during the night. If you want to capture the lovely streets, you are guaranteed to cover the amazing traffic behind you. The good thing about the city setting is that you can always change the backdrop conveniently without moving around so much. You just have to be a little creative when picking where to stand or sit. 2. A Snowy Background It’s never a winter season without the snow. So, it’s smart to pick a location where your photographs can feature the snow theme. You should identify a snowy background where you can have the session. Such a setting is not only unique but also inspirational. If you are not the outdoor type, you can also have a wintry scene in the indoors. You need to find an indoor setting that has a clear window that allows you to capture the wintry setting behind it.

8. 3. A Country Setting If the city background does not appeal you, then you should consider a country one. The country scene will provide a unique and inspirational background just like what you get from a city setup. It may not be that sparkly like the city scene but it will be beautiful. In addition, a country scene gives your photos a minimalist look. This is pretty in the eyes of many. Some of the options to consider include a cabin backdrop, a botanical garden, and a country landmark. 4. A Holiday Scene There are so many festivities during the winter. The most notable one is Christmas. You can incorporate the scene in your engagement photoshoot. In this case, you need to include a Christmas tree or Christmas candle lights or both in your setting. You can have the engagement photographer take photos of you picking out the Christmas tree or staring at the lit candles.

9. 5. DIY Winter Engagement Signs All you need to make this is a chalkboard and a chalk or a plain board and paint. You are required to write or paint special engagement signs on the board. You can place the board in the background of your setting if it’s big in size. In case it’s small, you can hold it in front of you. Some of the messages that you can write on the board are: It’s really cold here o We love the winter o The snow is great for love o You can also get inspirations from watching a winter movie or listening to winter-themed love songs.

10. 6. Multi-Scenery Location If you want your photos to appear versatile and captivating, it’s smart to consider a multi-scenery setting. This will ensure that your backdrops are not dull and monotonous. In this case, you are allowed to shoot as many engagement photos as you want without changing locations. The setting should be able to allow any condition considering that the winter weather is very unpredictable. For instance, picking a resort that has a country theme and is near a city is always a great idea. 7. Cuddle Up Lastly, you don’t need a special wintry background to show that the photography was done during the winter. Just cuddle up when the shots are taken. This will show that you are freezing and in love. Anyone looking at the photos will guess that it must have been winter. To make the setting more convincing, you can include a firepit where you are and lit it. You can also set up coffee cups adjacent to you as you cuddle for the photoshoot.

11. I Inc ncor orpor pora ating ting P Pr rop ops s an and d A Act ction ion Your engagement photos need to appear fun to be memorable. You can do this by including unique props and fun actions during the photoshoot. Here are 5 ideas to try out: 1. Practice Posing Before you try out any poses during the official engagement photo session, you should at least know how you look when you do the poses and if they suit you. You have to ensure that the engagement photos look the very best. You can try out these tips: The man carrying the woman o Sitting down together while gazing at each other lovingly o Side hugging as you take a walk o o

12. 2. Snowball Fight If you want to make your engagement photos action-packed and interesting, you and your partner can engage in a snowball fight. The activity is engaging and unique at the same time for shooting winter photos in the outdoors. You actually don’t have to hit one another with the cold balls but you can act the scene. This kind of fun activity is something that you can also do with friends and families. This will allow you to capture them as part of your engagement story. 3. Skiing This is another fun activity like snowballing that you can take part in with your partner and have a great time. If you have grown up skiing, then you’ll have an easy time doing it in front of a camera. If it’s a new adventure, then you’ll have the opportunity to make memorable photos doing something untraditional. If you are too scared of skiing, all you have to do is dress up for the fun activity and have the photographer capture you as if you are skiing.

13. 4. Mistletoe Hanging If one of you is taller than the other, you can have him or her hang mistletoe above your heads either from the doorway or from a tree branch. After this, you can request the photographer to take photos of you hugging or kissing below the hanging. The setup is ideal for people in love and there is no better time to show it than during the engagement photography session. To make the shots more unique, you can try out different poses underneath the hanging. 5. Get Close You don’t have to be told about this when you are shooting engagement photos as it’s obvious. There are many ways to express closeness. For example, you can hold hands, stare at each other intimately, hug or place your heads next to each other. It’s generally great way todisplay affection in a photo.

14. G Gr rooming ooming You have to give your photos a spark. If you need a shave and have your hair styled, you should do it prior to the photoshoot. In case a makeup session is necessary, make sure you have it. If you have a makeup artist who attends to you, you should book an appointment with him or her before the photo session dates. When you are well groomed, confidence sets in and it becomes easier to face the camera

15. P Pic ick king ing th the e P Per erf fect ect C Clo lothing thing The last preparation before the winter engagement photography is picking the right wear. The clothes that you pick needs to suit the occasion as well as the season. Some of the ideas to use are:  Festive clothing: Since there are so many festivities during the winter, you can pick one as the basis of picking your wear. Starting with Christmas, you can copy Santa.  Cocktail wear: You’ll never go wrong with this kind of wear if you are doing it for engagement photography.  Warm Clothes: It goes without saying that you have to dress warmly for the winter. This means picking the right coat, sweater, fur vest, and heavy sox.  Wintry accessory: Lastly, you need to accessorize the winter clothes by picking the right scarves, knitted hats, and thick gloves.

16. C Clo losing sing T Tho houghts ughts This comprehensive guide provides you with everything you need to plan for your next winter engagement photography. Follow the tips diligently and hope for a great photography experience. Once again, you need all the congratulations on choosing the winter as the time to take engagement photos. You’ll enjoy every moment. MANGO STUDIOS is a top wedding photographer in Toronto, Miami that’s always working hard to push the industry forward. Over the last 12 years that they have been in business, they have worked brides, grooms, designers, photographers, editors, and event industry peers. Their photography approach is driven by their clients’ unique stories: who they are, personal tastes, and design interests.

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