Capturing candid moments is at the heart of every engagement session, and Torie and Nick’s Jungle Gardens session in New Iberia, Louisiana, was a beautiful example of this. Their session was a perfect example of how choosing the right location and embracing your natural selves can lead to breathtaking photos. With a focus on genuine emotion and authentic posing, these engagement photos highlight their personalities in the most natural and heartfelt way.
Here are some of my top tips for capturing candid engagement photos, inspired by Torie and Nick’s beautiful day.
Don’t Be Afraid to Show Your Personality
One of the most important aspects of a successful engagement session is letting your personality shine through. Torie and Nick did just that by choosing outfits that reflected their style and made them feel comfortable and confident. When you embrace your true self and your authentic vibe as a couple, it shows in your photos! Feeling good makes it easier to forget about the camera and focus on each other, creating those candid moments that truly capture the essence of your relationship.
Choose a Beautiful Location Like Jungle Gardens
As a photographer, one of the most crucial elements for capturing candid engagement photos is the location. It’s important to create an environment where couples can be themselves! For Torie and Nick, the vibrant greenery, towering trees, and peaceful paths of Jungle Gardens created a beautiful backdrop that complemented their authentic connection. When you choose a location that resonates with you, it helps create an atmosphere where candid moments can naturally unfold, resulting in photos that truly reflect your love story.
Jungle Gardens sets the perfect scene for natural and authentic engagement photos. It’s one of my favorite locations for shooting couple sessions—you can see my tips for planning an engagement shoot there at Jungle Gardens and you can also view Mackenzie and Trey’s engagement session here.
Candid Engagement Photo Posing Ideas
To achieve a natural, candid look in your engagement photos, consider incorporating props, natural movement, and familiar activities. For Torie and Nick’s session, I encouraged them to enjoy the small moments of natural interaction, having fun and joking around as if I wasn’t there. This not only helped them to relax, but it also produced beautiful photos full of life and emotion. Whether it’s walking hand in hand, throwing your fiancée over your shoulder, or cuddling on the grassy lawn, these genuine moments contribute to the overall candid feel of your photos.
Authentic Moments That Reflect Your Relationship
Torie and Nick’s engagement session at Jungle Gardens was a perfect blend of natural beauty and genuine emotion. By embracing their personalities, incorporating natural poses, and choosing a stunning location, they created a collection of photos that authentically captured their love.
If you’re looking for a Lafayette photographer to capture photos like these, I’d love to help you create memories that are true to life and timeless! Get in touch with me today so we can start planning your perfect engagement session.
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