Wedding planning is both exciting and challenging. It’s not likely something you do every day and it is easy to feel overwhelmed. You might however get to the point where you start to question the need for everything. Like why do we need an engagement session? Hold that thought.
If you’re asking this question already, you are not alone. Every couple has asked it at some point. The answer, however, is that you do need it. And we’re not just saying that because we are a wedding photography and video company that enjoys photographing all over New Orleans. Your engagement session IS important. Here are a few reasons why it’s important to book an engagement session.
Wedding planning will take all of your free time and then some. Soon you’ll forget how it is to be with your partner without discussing wedding plans. At that point, what you need is a break. In comes your engagement session. It’s a chance to run away from wedding planning for a bit, bask in each other and have a little fun around the city. Whether you opt for photos along the banks of the Mississippi River, in the vibrant Garden District, under the oak trees in City Park, or in front of St. Louis Cathedral, New Orleans offers countless iconic locations to set the scene. You deserve to enjoy each other and take a moment for you.
Many couples feel a bit uncomfortable in front of the camera, and this is where engagement sessions truly shine. Having a pre-wedding photo session allows you to connect with your photographer, understand their style, and get comfortable posing naturally. You can observe how we interact with each other, alongside the lighting and the poses that you love best. You’ll get a glimpse of what to expect with your wedding photography.
By working with a New Orleans wedding photographer during the engagement shoot, you’ll build a rapport, making it much easier to relax in front of the camera on your wedding day. Photographers skilled in local engagement sessions know how to bring out your best in iconic New Orleans settings, ensuring a stress-free experience.
This is also an opportunity to test run more than just your wedding photographer. It gives you an opportunity to go a trial run with your hair and makeup to see how it looks in photographs. Focus on the idea of making it an experience.
You have already gotten dolled up (dressed up) for your engagement session in New Orleans, go out with your fiancé to grab a drink or make dinner plans. Make a day of your engagement session.
Engagement photos serve multiple purposes. You can use them on your wedding website, in “save-the-date” cards, for wedding invitations, sign-in books, and even your wedding décor. Having professional-quality, romantic engagement photos in New Orleans lets you showcase your journey to marriage with images that reflect both your personalities and the city’s charm.
Whether your style is classic, modern, or playful, the photos can be customized to fit your wedding theme and give your guests a glimpse of the love story they will celebrate on your big day.
When was the last time you had professional pictures of you taken? High school? Don’t be ashamed, for most couples it’s the same. The only problem with this is that you may have forgotten how to behave in front of a camera. Your engagement session will help you practice so you don’t have a problem being intimate with your partner for the cameras, you know your best poses, and it helps get the jitters out on your wedding day.
Beyond capturing beautiful images, engagement sessions are a chance to celebrate this significant moment in your life. New Orleans offers a unique culture and atmosphere that makes every photo feel special. Adding a bit of local flavor—such as posing near the jazz musicians on Bourbon Street or strolling under the historic balconies—will make your photos unique and meaningful. New Orleans engagement photography offers a creative way to express your love and excitement in one of the most romantic cities in the world.
If you need an award-winning wedding photography and video team for your New Orleans wedding, you’re in the right place. Here at Très Bien Photo + Video, we specialize in capturing the special memories at your event that will last a lifetime. We would love to hear more about you and your vision for your wedding day. Contact us today!