MARI + MATT - engagement session at the Old Sheldon Church Ruins

"Our friends aren't going to believe this place is real." One of my favorites lines from our time with Mari and Matt. Both living and working in California, the low country was a bit different from their own every day. We were so excited to work with such a fun and relaxed couple. We also learned that California does not have fire ants and that it must be a magical magical place. While I didn't manage to make it through the session without ants in my shoe, I did manage to come out sans ant bites. So, we hope you enjoy a few of our favs from our adventure with Mari and Matt!

LAUREN + BRYAN - engagement session Columbia SC Photographer

One of the first things Lauren and Bryan said to us at their session was simply "Just tell us what to do."  After having done quite a few engagement sessions, comments like this give me such a tickle. It reminds us that more often than not, this is their first time. Most people have never been photographed like this before and we love to help our couples every step of the way. All this is to say (this is to all the brides and grooms out there) don't worry. Photographers are here to help and guide you. We always work with you for your session. We don't expect couples to have modeling experience. If we expect anything its for you to relax and have fun. With that in mind, here are a few of our favorites from our very fun, very relaxed session with Lauren and Bryan (you guys did great by the way!). 

CLAUDIA + RYAN - engagement session in the Vista : Columbia, SC wedding photographers

Want to know the secret to great engagement photos? It's simple and can be summed up into two words. 

Let go. 

Let go of all your worry, stress, and anxiety and enjoy that time with your photographer. If you can do that, you will absolutely nail it :)  Be willing to have fun, try silly things, smile more than you feel is necessary, giggle more than you would normally, and stop thinking about everything you have to get done later that day.  It's all about letting go and enjoying the moment. 

So, now that you've had our engagement lesson, here is a session!  Claudia and Ryan really had fun, really let go, and we think it showed.