I have my first engagement shoot tomorrow. Nervous. Don't

Don't be nervous. Shit's easy. It's ultimately about just hammering out a few variables. Look up engagement photos, find some that you like. That elimihates the variable of what kind of photo you want to take. Do you have the basic gear to approximate that photo? That's another variable nailed down. Where are you going to shoot it? Can you give direction confidently? Do you need any props?

People aren't really looking for creativity with engagement photos. They want the same stuff they've seen on facebook a million times. If they do want creativity, cool. Help them achieve exactly their vision.

>>3024083
I guess you're right about them wanting the same ol shit.

I'm not good at giving direction at all though. Tips?

>>3024090

Sure. Discuss what you have in mind first with the couple, maybe show them a picture that you have in mind, and then go for it. Communicate clearly but don't micromanage. Make sure your guy has something to do with his hands, be encouraging when you suggest posing adjustments ("dude you'll look so much more handsome and striking if you put your weight on your back leg.")

Have fun, make jokes to lighten the mood. No one likes having their photo taken, especially for an hour or two. You are dealing with people at their most fragile and self-conscious, so be delicate, but firm, encouraging, but fair.

>>3024153
Good tips. I appreciate it.

I'm slowly convincing myself that if I just relax and act like I know what I'm doing.
I've done groups of people but never really a couple.
If I can convince them I know what I'm doing it'll be fine