session details, tips, and answers
Engagement Session
It's best to schedule your engagement session 6–8+ months before your wedding, especially if you're wanting to use your phots as Save The Dates. Each season offers a unique backdrop for gorgeous photos – even winter! The session's time of day will depend on the season and location and will be finalized at booking.
Your engagement session is more than just taking pictures, it is a great time for you to get to know me and get used to my quirkiness and to practice your best angles so you are ready for the big day. All you have to do is to pick a date, schedule your hair and make up trials (if possible), pump up your lover and i will do the rest! Images will be delivered within the following weeks (2-4) in a very user-friendly, private online gallery.
Get ready to be goofy and to HAVE FUN. You don’t have to be a pro in picture taking; I will take care of that part.
When you're ready to schedule your 1-hour session, please email a few dates that you are available so I can secure your date in my calendar.
Scheduling
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There are countless landmarks, buildings, parks, and more around the area that can accommodate your engagement session. I highly recommend picking a spot that's special to you and your fiancé. Over the years, I've been to dozens of locations with couples. Select 'next' to view my top engagement session locations in Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
Beautiful beach with trees, paved areas in front of the shore and always gorgeous light. No fee to use and it also has a pet friendly park overlooking the beautiful beach!
bay shore park in green bay
No matter the season, The park's grounds are stunning! There are huge rocks, tall grass, beautiful architecture overlooks , boats, and more! There is a fee for a permit at this location but they are very affordable.
Lakeshore park in milwaukee
If you're a sunset lover and love the beach feels, this is the perfect spot for your session! This location has rolling hills, a wooded area, open lawns, beautiful beaches and always has amazing sunsets.
KOhler Andrae State park in sheboygan
This is a huge park that wraps around the city, tall trees that have made a natural corridor is the perfect background for lovers. There are also tall grass areas and a dog park!
RICE CREEK CORRIDOR IN SAINT PAUL
Taking photos here is always best at sunset but come prepared with mosquito spray because they are wild. The light is always gorgeous and there are hardly any people around after hours during summer.
buBOLZ NATURE PRESERVE IN APPLETON
The Conservatory is a gorgeous piece of Milwaukee's architecture and history. It provides neutral backgrounds with beautiful tress and a couple different domes with different plants/flowers. There is a fee for photography here but if you want to get an Arizona feel in Wisconsin, this is your location.
MITCHELL PARK HORTICULTURAL CONSERVATORY
The Como Zoo and Conservatory has so many hidden nooks with beautiful architecture. There is a fee to take photos inside of the conservatory and it's best to go right as they open to avoid crows.
COMO PARK CONSERVATORY in Saint Paul
If you are itching for a hike, its about .5 mile down a path to get to the falls. Once you are there its a breathtaking experience. Free to use but there is a parking fee.
WILLOW RIVER STATE PARK
Gorgeous sunsets and different locations, including buildings, water stream, tall trees, etc. Pamperin park even has a beautiful gazebo and the best? no fee to use!
pamperin park in Green bay
A mixture of parks, buildings and college campus, UWEC has everything you needs, including the downtown area and the river area.
EAU CLAIRE UNIVERSITY AREA IN EAU CLAIRE
best for: fall
best for: all seasons
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best for: fall, winter
best for: all seasons
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best for: spring, summer
don't forget the weather
no bright or neon colors
avoid bold patterns
when in doubt, go neutral
accent with accessories
use complimentary colors
Picking your outfit color palette and planning your outfits for your engagement session is the first (and most important) step in creating gorgeous photos! While you should consider the weather, it's best to be comfortable and confident in what you wear. I've collected some do's and don'ts for picking out your outfit, along with some outfit inspiration from previous couples. Check out my store here
Outfit Inspiration
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take advantage of a hair/makeup trial
get a manicure for close-up shots
clean your engagement ring
Pampering yourself is always a great idea, right?! Although not necessary, there are a few to-dos that will elevate your engagement photos:
trust me as your expert photographer
relax, have fun, and just be you
There's absolutely no reason to worry about your session. I like to look at your session as a way to get to know each other and have some fun! As you approach your session, keep in mind these 2 things:
Session tips:
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Blankets and props are VERY welcome; definitely bring a great romantic vibe. A bottle of champagne or your favorite beers? Mugs? You favorite pizza? BRING THEM TOO!
06. CAN I BRING PROPS?
If you have any locations important to you both I am all ears. I love to help and find the perfect location if you dont have any ideas.
05. dO YOU PICK THE LOCATIONS OR DO WE?
2-3 Outfits is the average, totally up to you and what images you envision. You can change where you are comfortable, usually a bathroom, your car, etc.
04. how many outfits can i wear during the session? WHERE DO I CHANGE?
I love all the dogs, cats, parrots, etc. I have had them all in my sessions. Please also bring treats and their favorite toys. I recommend have someone else come help so we can focus on your after we are done with them!
03. CAN I BRING MY PETS?
2-3 Different background would be ideal, I like to move around a lot so the images look different!
02. how many locations could we use?
Typically 1-1.5 hours or until we feel we got all the images we need!
01. hOW LONG DOES THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION LAST?
Have a question about your engagement session? I've got an answer! And if you don't see your question here, please reach out!
FAQs
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