How to prepare for your couple photo shoot in Northern Ireland

Kerry & Ross celebrated their engagement with a photo shoot at the beautiful white rocks beach, Portrush. The couple spend a fair bit of time up the north coast and they chose this beach as they often spend time here.

Having a photo shoot can feel a bit intimidating if you’ve never had one before, but don’t fret! I have some advice to help you get fab photos and have the best time while you’re at it.

choosing a location

The first step in planning your photo shoot is to consider the location. City centre shoots can look really cool but if you’re looking for a more romantic feel, beach or forest shoots are a great option. My biggest piece of advice is to choose a location that has special meaning and sentimental value to you so when you look back at your photos you’ll be reminded of that connection to the place and each other.

logistics

• Talk to your photographer about the best time of day for your session. They’ll probably suggest aiming for the golden hour before sunset for some dreamy and romantic lighting. if the weather isn’t playing ball, that’s okay too, photos taken in the wind and rain can be just as romantic as long as you’re up for a wee adventure. If you don’t love the idea of rain, have a plan b location or back up date in mind.
• If you’re feeling a bit nervous at the start of the session, that’s totally normal. i promise you those nerves will pass quickly! trust your photographer to take you through it and guide you on how to interact and engage with each other. it might be your first photo session but us photographers do this all the time, so let your photographer take the lead and show you how to get the best out of your session.
• The key to getting natural and authentic photos is to just be yourselves and have fun! There’s no expectations on how you act, you can be playful, quiet, romantic – whatever feels natural to you as a couple.

what to wear

When it comes to engagement photo shoot outfits, the key is to be true to your personal style and feel confident in what you’re wearing. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

• Avoid overly matching outfits
• go for clothes that complement each other in terms of colour and style
• Think about the location of the shoot and choose items to wear that fit the setting. if you’re too cold it will show on your face so don’t be afraid to layer up
• Opt for comfortable clothing that you feel good in – you want to be able to move freely during the shoot