Engagement Photos? Red Lotus’ Ideas For Engagement Photos are simply some of the best in the Pittsburgh, PA area. Engagement photos outfit choices are never as important as those that fill said dress. The fall engagement photos featured below included fun poses of a casual and uniquely creative style.
Molly and J | Couple Session
She is an instructor of writing composition at Community College of Allegheny County; he, a professor mechanical engineering, engineering and public policy at Carnegie Mellon University. She has a passion for the performing arts, having written and performed two one-woman shows among her accomplishments. He has a passion for his research, photography (yeah!), and music, and plays a mean guitar. Both have a passion for social justice, the environment, and more than anything, each other.
Last week I had the pleasure of photographing, and exploring Pittsburgh with a delightful couple. I can think of one word that would best describe Molly and J: awesome. Spend a few minutes with these two and you will see what a cool, fun, witty, creative, and nice couple they are.
We started at the fountain at the Point. This was my first time at the point, and oh my goodness, I never realized how humongous the fountain is. It was not running yet, which was fine because we a had a clear shot of Heinz field in the background.
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Here is J looking cool by the edge of the river. This could be the cover shot for his CD.
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In this one I shot with a slow shutter speed to make the speeding cars blur.
So sweet, putting a blossom in her hair.
Cool action shot. These two are much braver than I! Molly made the leap in clogs, no less.
I love the feel of this image, and the vibrant orange color. And OMG, does Molly not have the most ridiculously beautiful blue eyes you have ever seen?
I have always wanted to do a shot like this, and luckily the stars were in alignment for me this evening: awesome couple+beautiful weather+low traffic = timeless image that I am just giddy over.
Molly and J will be celebrating their commitment to one another Memorial Day weekend, and I can not wait! Thanks for an amazing time, M & J!
When To Take Engagement Photos?
Engagement photos should be taken within 1-2 months of getting engaged before you get carried away with wedding planning. After you get engaged, you should hire a photographer right away to take your engagement photos so you don’t have to worry about them later on in the wedding journey.
What To Wear For Engagement Photos?
1. Wear Clothes That Make You Feel Like You.
2. Complement Each Other, But Don’t Match.
3. Choose Pastels, Cool Colors, and Neutral Tones.
4. Tie Everything Together With a Color Scheme.
5. Incorporate at Least One Accessory.
6. Opt for Classic Rather Than Trendy Looks.
7. Stick With Two Outfits.
8. Flatter Your Body Type.
How Much Do Engagement Photos Cost?
Most engagement shoots cost anything from $200-$500 on average for a package that includes one outfit and 1-2 locations. However, the average cost for engagement photos depends on where you live, project details, and your photographer’s popularity.
What Do You Wear To An Engagement Party?
Most engagements typically have a cocktail dress code, calling for dresses at, or slightly above, knee-length and high heels. If your party states a different dress code, however, such as semi-formal or dressy-casual, you may need to dress up or down accordingly.
Where To Take Engagement Photos?
1. Hartwood Acres Mansion: Location: 200 Hartwood Acres, Pittsburgh, PA 15238.
2. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens: Location: 1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
3. The Strip District
4. South Side Flats
5. Squaw Run
6. Mellon Park
7. Grandview Overlook
8. Fall Run Park
What To Wear For Fall Engagement Photos?
1. Wear Clothes That Make You Feel Like You.
2. Complement Each Other, But Don’t Match.
3. Choose Pastels, Cool Colors, and Neutral Tones.
4. Tie Everything Together With a Color Scheme.
5. Incorporate at Least One Accessory.
6. Opt for Classic Rather Than Trendy Looks.
patti frounfelter - Sandy,
These are wonderful, beautiful, creative! And, of course, such a dynamic couple..fun and adventurous…and very good-looking!!
Your interpretation of the couple and the space around them (pattern, line, texture, color) is fabulous!
Patti Frounfelter
Amanda - AAAAAahhhhhhhhhh! SO COOL ! I will be here often !
P.S. I bought a 5D. On a whim. I wanted one and then I started talking to another photo friend of mine who reminded me that they are discontinued thanks to the new model coming out (which is more expensive and supposedly not that much better) and so the old one (v 1.0) is starting to disappear. Much to my dismay upon investigation BH no longer has any AT ALL. And KEH only has 1 that’s Like New Minus condition…which I don’t want to pay $1800 for something someone else already changed all the settings on and has some wear and tear.
I found possibly the last one available on Amazon. I didn’t want to spend the money but I cannot sit by and watch all the fantastic success people are having with these low light shots and not be part of it. I just need more pixels!!
Molly Bain - We had such a wonderful time working with you, Sandy. You were creative and energetic, while deeply focused, and easy-going and playful, while impressively professional. We felt comfortable and encouraged to share our ideas, play, and open our hearts in front of your camera. Thank you for your work (your use of color and the Pittsburgh environment absolutely enthuse me!), as well as your willingness to run around and actually lie down on Pittsburgh streets with us! Molly
"Auntie" Donalee - Sandy, Molly and J are the BEST, aren’t they?You really caught their personalities with your camera. Looking forward to meeting you.
-Donalee Frounfelter
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