Archive for June 2008
E-Session
What?? I agree. Times change so fast, especially with the digital and computer world growing at a rate that is almost impossible to keep up with. It took me several days to figure out that e-session is the new quick computer lingo for engagement portraits!
Just as technology changes daily, so do trends in photography. My idea of an engagement session (hence e-session) is basically a standard sitting of a couple engaged to be married. The primary purpose is to have a professional announcent to use for newspaper publication. And while this is still a possibility… it is certainly a more economical option… the new e-session is an elaborate event! A 2 hour session with several pre-planned locations, 50 proofs in an album, and a 4×5 digital file of choice for publication can be fantastic fun but also establishes a relationship between the happy couple and their photographer (me!). It also allows for a diligent photographer (again me!) to look carefully for little issues that may need to be addressed before the big day.
Recently, I shot a mini e-session that took only an hour. It took no time at all to get 50 great shots. Imagine what an extra hour of time may have produced. I think you, and hopefully the bride and groom to be, will agree that these photographs turned out very well! The location, chosen by the bride, was awesome. It may even be a wedding day location. It most certainly would serve as an ideal choice. Best of all, I enjoyed getting to know Ashley and Greg in a more relaxed setting. Without the nervousness that often creeps in during a wedding, it is clear to see that this is a very happy couple. I am looking forward to photographing their special day!
