Nervous about booking photos? Here’s exactly what a session with me looks like, from start to finish.
If you’ve never had professional photos taken before, it’s completely normal to feel a little unsure about what it’s actually going to be like.
Most couples I work with say something along the lines of
“we’re awkward in photos” or
“we don’t really know what to do”
No worries! That’s exactly who I’m used to working with.
You don’t need to know how to pose or have any experience. My job is to guide you through the whole process so it feels easy and natural, not forced or uncomfortable. I will help work out all of the details from choosing a location, to planning outfits, to making sure you feel comfortable and confident in front of my camera.
Here’s what you can expect from a session with me:
During your session
This tends to be the part people worry about the most, but it’s actually meant to be the most enjoyable and is usually the part people truly end up loving.
You won’t just be standing there wondering what to do. I’ll guide you the whole time with simple direction and fun little prompts so things both feel and look natural.
Think:
walking together
laughing at each other
pulling in close, whispering something (usually a little goofy)
just being yourselves
There will be a mix of candid moments and lightly guided poses, but nothing stiff or overly posed. A lot of the time it’s the simple, slightly silly prompts that lead to the most genuine reactions, and I’ll be there to catch those moments as they happen.
It might feel a tiny bit awkward at first. That’s completely normal. Most couples warm up and settle in within the first few minutes.
The overall feel
Sessions with me are meant to be relaxed, easy, and most importantly, fun.
No pressure to be “perfect”
No expectation to know what you’re doing
No rushing through a boring checklist of poses
Just a comfortable (and beautiful) space where you can actually enjoy being together while I tag along and capture it.
My faith plays a big role in how I approach my sessions. I truly care about the people in front of my camera, and I want you to feel comfortable, seen, and taken care of from start to finish.
And if one of you is more into photos than the other… I promise I’ve got you.
After your session
Afterward, I’ll go through and edit your images with a soft, natural style that has warm, earthy tones and true-to-life color. I pay close attention to each photo, cleaning up small distractions or any minor blemishes. Got a giant pimple the morning of your session? Don’t even give it a second thought. It won’t be in your final photos (unless you want it to be).
Then you’ll get your gallery back in about 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the session.
From there you can:
view your photos
choose your favorites
download and share them
And of course, if you end up loving more images than what’s included, you’ll have the option to upgrade your gallery or add on even just a few extras.
What you’ll walk away with
Yes, you’ll get beautiful photos.
Pictures you look back on years down the road and realize you have a cheesy grin on your face, while remembering just what was happening in that moment and in life.
The ones you print and put on your wall. The ones you share with friends and family on all of your socials. But more than that, you’ll have images that feel just like the season you were in when you took them. Photos you can look back on years down the road and catch yourself cheesily smiling at, remembering exactly what life felt like in that moment.
The way you look at each other
The way you laugh
The little in-between moments you don’t always notice
That’s the kind of stuff I’m paying attention to and adore being able to give back to my clients.
I know booking photos can feel a little intimidating, but it really doesn’t have to be.
Thinking about booking?
If you’re in the Chattanooga area and this sounds like something you’d enjoy, I’d love to work with you!
Reach out through the form below and I’ll help you get your session planned.
