The weather is magical, it’s wondrous and it’s cold enough to freeze your nose off (almost!). This makes it the perfect time to have an engagement photoshoot!
Sure, the snow might make you think twice about having a photo session out in the cold. But with the stark frostiness of your surroundings and a warm partner to snuggle with, why not make the best of this weather, and hire the best engagement photographer to capture your love?
Here are five things you need to know to prepare.
Perfect Winter Photoshoot – What All Loved-Up Couples Need to Know
1. A Stylish Winter Wardrobe
Ladies, even though you know that your velvet knee-length gown will look gorgeous, have a care for your health and skip that one for now. Being uncomfortably cold is not fun, because your discomfort will show up in your images. Gauzy, light fabrics are out of the question, for the gents and the ladies. Instead, go for comfort. Jeans, long-sleeve shirt, boots, scarves, woolly hats! Think of the adorable photo-ops this added clothing will present.
2. Extra Protection from the Cold
In short, grab a blanket on your way to the photoshoot. Winter accessories are a necessity, but they can be really cute in photographs too. Wear cable-knit sweaters, a cowl scarf, fingerless gloves, or that old cape you bought from the vintage store, anything that reinforces the whole winter vibe.
3. The Right Time of Day
Calgary photographers Ping and Kenny from Winter Lotus Photography recommend a mid-day photoshoot. “A mid-day session is always the best option. If there’s snow, it wouldn’t have melted yet, and the sun won’t be so bright that you’d have to squint.” Although the mid-day session can be difficult to work around your job schedule, the outcome makes the effort worth it.
4. An Extra-Wintry Location
While Calgary (or Canada) sees a lot of snow throughout the year, you may need to do a bit of homework to find that perfect winter wonderland location. Winter sessions are often stunning, only because the location offsets the emotion and sentiment of the occasion. Find a location that offers a slightly cooler temperature so the snow will be fluffy and fresh. Though, if you’d rather go for a snowless location, go green and get a location with a lot of greenery and texture.
5. A Photographer worth their Salt
Engagement photography in winter is a bit different because there’s a lot more to work with. There’s difference in lighting, angles and more focus on color and contrast, and striking a balance with all that is not something every photographer can excel with. Always hire a photographer who knows how to capture that homely, romantic feel of the season.
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