One of the most popular questions I get when discussing engagement sessions with clients is: where should we go for the session? I then go on to explaining how they should chose a location that is either meaningful to them, or to chose a certain look/feel that represents them.
When I was exchanging emails with Jenny to find a date for the session, I wrote to her something along these lines: Did you have a look/location in mind for the shoot? And then, to my surprise, I got this response (or something like it!): “we were thinking about doing it in our backyard. lol”. She then went on explaining how there was a field, interesting buildings and the beach. Ehhh… YEAH! While Jenny thought it was funny and asking what I thought of the idea, I was already looking forward to the session. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the “typical” places I usually shoot, but it’s always fun (for me!) to see change and it just makes the session that more special for the couple. So remember, if you are planning locations for your shoot, think about what inspires you, what you love, what makes you YOU.