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anglext
18th of June 2006 (Sun), 22:59
A few from my first ever engagement session, it is my brother and his soon to be bride.
For the conditions (10:00-11:00ish) I think I did OK but wanted some outside opinion. (They couldn't do it any earlier or any later, sigh...)
anglext
18th of June 2006 (Sun), 23:01
a few more...
anglext
18th of June 2006 (Sun), 23:02
few more...
anglext
18th of June 2006 (Sun), 23:03
*sigh* more...
clyle
18th of June 2006 (Sun), 23:04
My view of engagement photos is that they should show a romantic, casual, close nature of the couple. I'd suggest showing more physical contact between the couple - holding hands, hugging, leaning against each other, etc. If you go into Google and search for "engagement photos" you'll probably find some examples. I agree with you about the lighting; I ALWAYS schedule these for sunset, if possible.
anglext
18th of June 2006 (Sun), 23:05
last ones...sorry for the ammount of space I'm taking up, but I really want some comments and some critisim. Thanks in advanced.
tim
18th of June 2006 (Sun), 23:07
Not bad. You would learn a lot reading this book (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1584281340/002-3047575-5896047?v=glance&n=283155).
anglext
18th of June 2006 (Sun), 23:08
My view of engagement photos is that they should show a romantic, casual, close nature of the couple. I'd suggest showing more physical contact between the couple - holding hands, hugging, leaning against each other, etc. If you go into Google and search for "engagement photos" you'll probably find some examples. I agree with you about the lighting; I ALWAYS schedule these for sunset, if possible.

Thank you the only good ones I was able to get of them being quite affectionate *it was my brother* are these...
(agian harsh lighting)
Rachellebee27
19th of June 2006 (Mon), 08:56
I'm just not seeing very good chemistry or good expressions. #'s 5 and 7 are as close as it gets for me. Do you have time for a reshoot before they print their invites? They just looks kinda uncomfortable, and like they don't know what to do. Also watch for things growing out of their heads.
jillybean
19th of June 2006 (Mon), 10:26
Maybe a little fill flash would have helped these "pop". They do look a little stiff, but sometimes that is how people are. I think you did a nice job, not perfect but we learn from our errors.
monter
19th of June 2006 (Mon), 10:35
well you did well with the light I think, but your bro looks pretty uncomfortable. But I dont think that's your fault. good luck in the future :)
subtle_spectre
19th of June 2006 (Mon), 10:37
IMO and experience, the key to these type of sessions is to engender an atmoshphere of fun...I am not sure there is any pat formula for that.