Lifestyle Sessions
Not Just A Lifestyle Session
It's rare to have photos that capture your unique personality and that it what we want to achieve. I try to have a 50/50 balance between posed photos and those in-between, split-second moments!
There are so many moments we experience in life that can't be captured, but I've never regretted the photos that I've taken with my loved ones. You deserve beautiful photos with your loved ones that you can cherish and keep forever!
What time of the day should we do our session?
I always suggest starting about 2-3 hours before sunset or get together 30 minutes before sunrise. We want the best light with that beautiful glow. I also prefer to start earlier, so you get comfortable and by the time the light is perfect, you're relaxed.
How long does it take to receive the edited full gallery afterwards?
You'll receive your online gallery of 60-80 high-resolution edited photos in a mix of color and black&white 10-14 days after your session.
What if it looks like rain or poor weather on the day of our session?
We'll reschedule your session to an available date. I keep a number of days open each week so we can easily move it to a nearby date. I'll keep my eye on the weather leading up to your session date and make the call anywhere from 12-72 hours in advance.
Should we get professional hair and makeup done?
Your engagement session is a perfect opportunity to do your hair and makeup trials before the wedding day. This way you can see how it looks in person and in photos.
How long in advance of our wedding should we do the session?
It depends on how far in advance you've booked me to be your wedding photographer. If you want to use the photos for Save-the-Dates and your website, I'd say 6 months to a year in advance. Others like to wait until closer to the date. If you're unsure, get in touch and I'll guide you through it.
We're not really comfortable in front of the camera...
90% of my clients say this over email or just before the session and 100% of my clients have been proven wrong. You can expect proper direction and guidance, but no forced poses. I use prompts to switch your focus to something else and most couples are surprised by how much they felt like themselves during the session!
How It Works
We Book The Date
We reserve Sundays and Weekdays for lifestyle sessions and bookings happen about two months in advance.
We Make Pure Magic
You and your partner have an amazing time in front of my lens, looking your best but feeling like yourselves.
Two Week Turnaround
You'll receive your full gallery within two weeks.
Session Flow
We Meet & Set Expectations
We chat a bit about you, your relationship, love languages and how we incorporate them during your session. We go over the "Homework" I've sent to you, which options you chose and how we'll incorporate it.
We'll Start Slow
I start with movement and a few prompts to read your body language and how you react to the direction. Eg. extroverted and high-energy or introverted with slower and soft movements.
Based on these, I'll have an idea of how I want to approach your session further.
Ending With Intention
The last 15 minutes, we'll apply some of your homework, answer some deeper and meaningful questions about you, your wedding and anything important I should know. Then within 2 weeks you'll receive your complete gallery.
Some Client Love
These photos make me incredibly excited to know that you'll be capturing our wedding day too! Thank you for the best experience and making us feel so comfortable. We're so happy!
Esther & Jannes
