03/15/2021
π ENGAGEMENT SHOOT TIPS FROM THE PROS
We asked Laura Clarke of for her best tips when choosing a location for your Engagement Shoot
Five tips when choosing your engagement location:
1. Try to pick a location that is meaningful to the two of you and try to incorporate things that matter to you. If one of your first dates was spent lounging in High Park or you have a cottage you visit frequently, then try to incorporate it. If your favourite time spent together is walking your dog, trying a new wine, or riding bikes, then include it. Youβll cherish the photos even more seeing yourselves at a place that is so special and doing things that spark such fond memories.
*Bonus: Having something to do helps you relax while having your photo taken.
2. Ask yourself what you envision wearing? If your dream is to wear a gown or custom suit then photos in a forest might be a bit odd. Always remember to wear what you feel most comfortable in but keep in mind how that outfit compliments the location. And donβt forget to think about footwear! Be aware of what the location will call for with the amount of walking - itβs a good idea to bring a pair of flats to switch into.
3. Donβt just pick one location! Have some fun with it and try a couple different spots. This is great if you canβt decide between two different looks and it helps give you variety in the photos. Just make sure to keep them close to each other so youβre not wasting your session time traveling.
4. Be mindful of the location and the time of day you can shoot at. A beach looks very different at sunset than it does at noon. If you want the most ideal light, aim to take photos a few hours before sunset for that dreamy golden look.
5. Think about how busy the location can get and plan around that. The last thing you want is a swarm of crowds around you when having your photo taken. Some spots can be full of crowds on a weekend so aim for a weekday if possible.
*Bonus: This is why at-home sessions are so ideal so youβre extra comfortable.
Thank you so much ! These tips are AMAZING and make perfect sense! You are the best!!