Engagement photography
An engagement party is the first evening on which the two families meet, and photographing it is mostly about people rather than production.
Unlike a wedding, an engagement party has no fixed timetable. Everything happens within two or three hours, and inside that window the moment itself, the blessings, both families and the friends who come to celebrate all have to be covered.
Because the evening is short, preparation matters. The list of people who must appear in the photographs is agreed beforehand, which leaves the rest of the evening free to photograph without chasing anyone.
What the coverage includes
- The moment itself
- The moment the whole evening is built around, photographed from the angle that holds both the couple and the reactions around them.
- Both families
- Organised photographs of both sides, while everyone is still in one place.
- A short event, fully covered
- The evening finishes quickly, so the coverage starts before the guests arrive rather than after.
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Questions about engagement
How long does engagement coverage last?
Usually between two and three hours, from the couple's arrival to the end of the blessings. It can be extended by arrangement.
Do you photograph an engagement party held in a private home?
Yes. Many engagement parties take place at home or in a small hall, and the coverage is adapted to the lighting and the space.
Can a couple session be added to the same evening?
Yes, when the timeline allows and depending on the character of the event. That is agreed in the conversation beforehand.
Planning engagement?
A short conversation is enough to check availability on your date and send a written quote.
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