Spring has come early…
Our wedding story from previous posts continues now with the engagement shoot.
Engagement shoots really offer a unique perspective into the Bride and Groom to be. It is a much more relaxed session with really no pressure or expectations. Grab the camera, pick a location and have some fun.
The Ceremony is being held at the 5 Event Center in Minneapolis. Located just off of Lake Street, we decided that this are would also be an excellent area for engagement portraits as well as little bit of a test run for the big day.
We started simple. I try my best not bark out orders and really just sit back and see what happens. I give some direction, but I enjoy seeing what couples do when left to their own. So much more relaxed and sincere. Kisses are real. Embraces are warmer and laughter is genuine. Spontaneity runs wild too. Candid 101 in my book.
After a few “say cheese” shots we kicked it into gear. Jen had mentioned that she gravitated toward edgy photos, little bit of the 70′s look, photos that were a little edgy, candid, edgy, posed and some edgy photos mixed in for good measure. Did I mention a little on the edgy side? Awesome news to me!
We began to walk and talk and shoot away. Spirit of adventure was certainly not lacking. Asking a woman to climb a fence in high-heeled (new) shoes and stand in mud for the shot would typically get me a look of “forget it.” Not Jen, she hoped right over and was ready to go. Fantastic shots. Fantastic attitude. Perfect example of what can be learned in a photo shoot: plenty of investment in the moment, the shot, the relationship. You guys Rock!
A quick hop back over the fence and we were on our way. Bridges, Lamps Posts, Fire-Escapes, Streets, Alleys, Restaurants and more. You name it, we shot it. Take a quick peak below.





























