Couples Photography
The engagement period is a magical time filled with anticipation, planning, and dreams of your future together. An engagement session captures this unique chapter in your love story, creating beautiful images you'll treasure for years to come. Beyond the stunning photographs, these sessions serve as the perfect opportunity for us to get to know each other before your wedding day.
Think of your engagement session as a dress rehearsal for your wedding photography. You'll become comfortable in front of our camera, learn how we work, and discover your best angles and poses. This familiarity translates directly to more relaxed, natural photographs on your wedding day. Couples who complete engagement sessions consistently report feeling more at ease during their wedding coverage.
The images from your engagement session have practical uses as well. They're perfect for save-the-date cards, wedding websites, guest sign-in books, and reception displays. Many couples also use them for announcements in local publications or to share the exciting news on social media.
Pittsburgh and the surrounding region offer countless stunning locations for engagement photography. From the dramatic architecture of downtown Pittsburgh to the rolling hills of wine country, from historic neighborhoods to natural parklands, we'll help you select a setting that reflects your personality as a couple.
Popular locations include the city's iconic bridges and skyline views, the beautiful gardens at local arboretums, the charming streets of historic districts, and the natural beauty of regional parks. We're also happy to photograph at locations with personal significance, such as where you first met or where your proposal took place.
We recommend choosing outfits that make you feel confident and comfortable while coordinating without being too matchy. Solid colors typically photograph better than busy patterns, and layers add visual interest. Many couples bring a change of clothes to create different looks during their session. We'll provide detailed guidance when you book to ensure you look and feel your best.
Our engagement sessions typically last one to two hours, giving us plenty of time to explore your chosen location and capture a variety of images. We'll guide you through natural poses and prompts that bring out genuine emotions and interactions. The result is a collection of photographs that authentically represents your relationship and the love you share.