International Wedding Photographers ZaraZoo Wedding Photography – Cape Town

I love E-sessions because:

1. It’s a challenge for me to get on with the couple from the word go – Different personalities call for different approaches.
2. Amazing satisfaction of getting a couple from being stiff and awkward in front of the lens, to bubbly and totally relaxed – in just 20 minutes!
3. I love the fact that we have the time and opportunity to make mistakes and push boundaries – so we know what to do and not to do on the wedding day.
4. I get to see places I would not normally go to – and a lot of sunsets at the beach off course!

E-session photos should be fun, sensual and sexy.  Here are a few pointers to keep in mind when you decide on what to wear:

1. Uniform and plain colour setting -  A beach setting has 3 main background colours:  White sand, bluegreen water and blue sky.  The less busy the background, the more extreme you can go with the colours and complexity of design.  The wind always blows on the beach.  A summery colourful dress or skirt that can flow in the wind is perfect.  For the guy – if she goes colourful, wear something simple – comfy jeans and white t-shirt or collored shirt.
2. Busy background setting:  City centre or gardens with lots of flowers – This calls for one-color-clothing.  If you wear a dress – don’t do patterns or complicated designs – keep it plain.  For the guy the same rule applies – One color shirt with comfy jeans or shorts – the lighter the colour, the more summery it will look.
3. Wear comfortable shoes – If you want to show off your favourite stilettos, bring them along, but also bring something comfortable, because we might do a bit of walking to get to different photo spots.
4. Make-up – Keep it natural
5. Hair – Keep it natural – the photo should look like it was taken in normal life – not on the set of Marie Antoinette!

The day before the shoot:  Google E-sessions and check out a few looks and poses you like – It is great mental preparation and you will be amazed at how this helps with feeling relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera.

Looking forward to our E-session with you!

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E-session is short for Engagement Photo session or Engagement shoot.  It is a general term, used to describe a couple photo session before the wedding and does not necesarily mean it is done to compliment your engagement.