Fun Props for Your Engagement Photography Session

If you are having your engagement photos taken, having a prop or two handy can add to the creativity and personality of your images. It can also be a tool to help get you comfortable in front of the camera. Your engagement shoot can be much like a practice run for the big day, but it is also about capturing part of your love story. It is a time to use your engagement photo session to get your jitters out, get comfortable with your photographer, and most of all, have fun! 

1. Bring your pet

As an experienced Leesburg, VA wedding photographer, Anne Lord offers the ideal location for your special photo session. She also provides advice on what to wear, what to bring and how to prepare. Some of the best engagement shots are of the couple and their furry friend(s). As an avid pet lover, Anne enjoys breaking the ice and helping you and your significant other relax in front of the camera by capturing the dynamic between your personalities and your pet. It as an extra level of warmth and brings out the natural in all of you. After all a pet does not usually put on airs. They are themselves in most situations.

2. Bring an “Engaged” banner or personalized sign

Banners and personalized signs are not only popular right now, but also versatile. You can hang one up as an engagement photo backdrop or hold it up yourselves from either end. If you are including a four-legged friend in your engagement shoot, you can have your pet wear the banner or a sign celebrating your engagement. 

3. Engagement champagne flutes

Toast to the future with festive engagement-themed champagne flutes. It is not only a fun way to show off your ring, but you can also use personalized champagne flutes to show off your personalities with funny quotes and sayings. 

4. Engagement or Save-the-Date signs

If you are taking engagement photos for your save-the-dates, make sure to not forget the wedding date! If these photos are not for save-the-dates, you can still commemorate your engagement date or your wedding date. Either way, you can use a customizable number for a great photo prop. 

5. Bride and Groom mugs

Having an outdoor engagement session? Why don’t you and your significant other bring along personalized engagement mugs and a blanket for a romantic photo session. Leesburg, Virginia photographer, Anne Lord, knows the local communities and the best locations for taking breathtaking outdoor photos to showcase your romance. Anne has a perfect spot that she likes to use near the Potomac River that provides a beautiful backdrop for you and your loved one to cuddle up on a blanket and toast to your future! 

Choose Anne Lord for your Engagement photography! 

If you are searching for an experienced engagement photographer in and around the Leesburg, Virginia area, please send Anne an email at anne@annelordphotography.com or to start a conversation on what you have in mind call (703) 435-5292.