Maine & New Hampshire Wedding Photographer // Engagement Sessions Are the Ultimate Test Run (and Why That’s a Good Thing)

AKA: Let’s get the awkward out now so your wedding day is smooth AF.

Let’s be honest, unless you’re a full-time model, being in front of the camera is a little weird at first. There’s this moment where you’re like, “Wait… what do I do with my hands?” and “Do I normally blink this much?” Don’t worry. I’ve seen it all. This is why I freaking love engagement sessions — not just for the killer photos, but because they’re a test run for your wedding day.

It’s Not Just a Photoshoot — It’s a Vibe Check

You’re getting married, not auditioning for America’s Next Top Couple, so the whole point of an engagement session is to get you comfortable — with the camera, with me, and with each other in this weird new situation. It's our chance to hang out, shoot the shit, and get into a groove before your big day.

We figure out:

• What kind of prompts get you laughing instead of side-eyeing me

• How close I can get before someone says, “Is this too much PDA??”

• What angles and lighting make you look like the hottest version of yourselves (spoiler: it's most of them)

By the time your wedding rolls around, you're gonna be like, “Oh yeah, we know how this goes.” No stress. Just vibes.

You Learn to Trust the Process

Let me pose you awkwardly for a sec… then make you do something ridiculous to loosen up. That’s my jam. And during the engagement shoot, you start to trust that what feels a little goofy in the moment will look 🔥 in the final photos. That trust is everything when it comes to wedding portraits — because you’ve already seen the proof.

You already know I’ve got you. So on your wedding day? You just focus on getting married. I’ll handle the rest.

Real Talk: It’s One Less Thing to Stress About Later

We’ll test out things like:

• How you feel in photos together (spoiler: way better than you thought)

• What kind of prompts or poses feel natural for you two

• If you blink when you laugh or do that cute nose-scrunch thing

And honestly? It helps me get to know you better — your energy, your banter, your weird little inside jokes. That way on your wedding day, I’m not some rando with a camera. I’m basically a friend who just happens to take badass photos.

So yeah — engagement sessions = a test run. But instead of cramming for an exam, we’re out there chasing golden light, running around a mountaintop, sipping champagne, or just hanging in your favorite spot.

You get awesome photos and a practice round with zero pressure. And I get to prove that having your photo taken doesn’t have to suck.

Ready to try the test run that doesn’t end in a panic attack or multiple choice failure?
Cool. Let’s do this thing.