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Kellie
Beginner October 2021

Not a fan of my Engagement Photos

Kellie, on August 1, 2020 at 4:46 PM Posted in Parties and Events 1 34
Hi Everyone,
Please help me decide if it’s the photographer or my own critical voice in my head when it comes to these photos. I just feel both my fiancé and I look awkward, like we don’t know what to do with our bodies. Also all of the photos I have are from a distance when I was hoping to get at least one or two close ups. I’m nervous now to go with this photographer for my wedding due to the lack of direction and proper positioning. Let me know what you all think. Thanks in advance! Not a fan of my Engagement Photos 1
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34 Comments

Latest activity by Tata, on August 3, 2020 at 9:29 PM
  • Nefetera
    VIP March 2015
    Nefetera ·
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    Very pretty photos. Love your dress
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  • M
    Legend June 2019
    Melle ·
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    I think they look pretty cute !
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  • Lisa
    Rockstar July 2022
    Lisa ·
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    I think the pictures turned out well! You both look so happy, and the scenery is beautiful!


    But if you don't feel as though you liked working with your photographer, maybe look for a new photographer? A different photographer might make you feel more comfortable in front of a camera, and might provide more direction. Another option is to ask your current photographer if they can give you more direction on poses/where to stand/etc for future (and maybe set up another engagement photo shoot to make sure you are happy with the amount of direction they give).
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  • M
    Just Said Yes June 2022
    Mikayla ·
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    It is nice to have a mixture between the photos from afar & up close, which you don’t have with this photographer! I also feel the quality of the photos are not that good, I personally would
    go with a different photographer that fits your needs
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  • Caytlyn
    Legend November 2019
    Caytlyn ·
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    I think that the photos are lovely for a Facebook profile pic or an Instagram post, but I will admit that they don't look super professional. You guys look super cute and very happy, but the photographer could have done a better job of posing you, editing the photos, and choosing better angles.

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  • Katie
    VIP August 2021
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    I think the photos turned out really good. You guys look great. But I say if you aren't happy about them and unsure to have the photographer take your wedding photos then don't go with them. Trust your gut and find someone else because you probably won't be happy with the wedding photos.
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  • Givemeallthepups
    Expert February 2020
    Givemeallthepups ·
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    I agree with Caytlyn, I think these look like lovely photos if they were taken by a friend on a phone. I don’t think the quality (lighting, editing, posing, framing) are of a professional quality.
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  • Yasmine
    Master October 2020
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    I like some better than others but I get what you are saying. Some don’t have the “professional” look. I definitely would have a sit down with the photographer and maybe give them examples of specific pictures that you would like from the wedding
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  • Jessica
    Master September 2020
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    I agree that these don’t look professional- not that they aren’t cute pictures of the two of you, but photography can be really expensive and you deserve to get the quality you are paying for. Is this what the other pictures on the photographers portfolio look like?
    I would look for another photographer because you definitely want to love your wedding pictures and I would be concerned this photographer wouldn’t be able to deliver the quality expected. I feel like I’m always awkward in photographs, but a good photographer should be able to help you make small adjustments with pose and positioning. I would still use these photos on social media like a pp said, they are cute. Good luck!
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  • Kellie
    Beginner October 2021
    Kellie ·
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    Thank you everyone for your comments! I agree that my fiancé and I look happy and the scenery is gorgeous! I’m glad to know I’m not crazy for thinking the photos didn’t seem to have that professional grade quality to them. This photographer was on the cheaper end, probably shouldn’t have tried to bargain shop when it comes to photography 🙃 I also was super nervous in front of the camera and that seems to be showing a bit in some photos. It looks like a sit down with the photographer is the first step, possibly doing a reshoot, and re-evaluating our options based on the reshoot. Thanks again! ❤️
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  • Leanne
    Super September 2020
    Leanne ·
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    Y’all look great, but the photo quality isn’t there. here’s my advice:
    A true professional knows how to work the couple into great poses and make it look natural. Their should be a variety of full length, 3/4, and close-ups to choose from. The quality doesn’t look professional, and I think you 100% will be happier with a different photographer for your super special day.
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  • Nicole
    Master September 2020
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    I really like the pictures of the two of you in front of the blue doors, especially with the colors you wore. They are definitely the best composed and you two look so happy and natural. However, I also agree that these are not what I would expect from a professional and look as though a friend took them. I don’t necessarily think she’ll be getting better, as it looks like there’s some pretty major editing and posing issues. I would look into spending more on another photographer that you’ve seen full albums from and who you and your fiancé really get along with. Your wedding photos will be something you look back on for years and years, and I would hate for you to not be happy with those memories because of a poor photographer.
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  • Margaret
    Master October 2020
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    I think there are a couple that look a little awkward, but overall beautiful, I definitely think she should’ve done more close ups, did she and just not share with you?
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  • Mrs.a
    Master October 2021
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    OMG I love love love the photos especially in front of the blue doors Smiley smile You look gorgeous!

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  • Amanda
    Dedicated October 2020
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    Honestly, they look good, but not at a professional level good. Not very focused and looks like they did no editing. I will say it all depends on your budget and what your willing to pay for. I looked at $1000 photographers that were decent and $2000 photographers that were amazing. We decided to splurge on the photos. If your second guessing, then keep looking around because your wedding photos will hang on your walls for a lifetime. You don’t want to spend a lifetime hating your wedding photos.
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  • Brenda
    Savvy October 2021
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    You guys look adorable and make a beautiful couple. Ultimately if you aren’t thrilled with the result of the engagement photos you should seek elsewhere, otherwise that feeling might come up again on your wedding day. I’ve always thought that asides from the memories, your wedding photos will be the only thing left from that day so for me the photographer was a top priority. I will admit that although the photos are beautiful they don’t scream professional photographer to me. There’s something off with the lighting and sharpness of the pictures you shared.
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    Super September 2020
    Alli ·
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    Super cute! But, the quality is not very good. For engagement, they’re fine though Smiley smile
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    The right photographer should help you to feel comfortable and relaxed. It doesn’t sound like this is the right photographer for your big day.
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  • Michelle
    VIP September 2021
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    I actually love them...I think you guys look great! Now you can have this very same conversation with your photographer. Hopefully they're skilled enough and can take the feedback and actually make adjustments to your liking. Adding a few more close ups is easy...I wouldn't worry!
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    Just Said Yes March 2021
    Christianna ·
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    I love them! However, if you prefer more candid or emotion filled and intimate photos I would communicate that! They come across as a little staged and probably don’t show that love that you want to be seen and felt by looking at them! Photos are the one thing that you have to look back on after your day ends, be sure that you will be pleased with them Smiley smile you’re a beautiful couple!
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