How to have a kick-ass COUPLES session

We get it. It’s a bit intimidating and weird to be photographed, especially while you’re like… making out and stuff. But we promise it’s not actually as awkward as it sounds!! And together we’ll make the best out of capturing you as you are and have some good laughs. We want these photos to feel like you and for this to be fun:) Here’s some tips on how to help us do that!

Don’t hold back

We need to be invited into your intimacy to capture you authentically. Try your best to be true to who you are. Embrace the vulnerability of each moment and don't hide what makes you unique as a couple. Whether you're affectionate cuddle bugs, goofball besties, quiet types to turn inwards and toward each other, or outgoing chatterboxes - we want to see that. Let us experience your outtake moments that you usually only share alone. We're totally there to guide you through all of this during the shoot, but we'll need you to meet us halfway and let us in:)

Location, location, location

The setting, location, and weather will all affect how you interact with each other and your surroundings. They'll have a big impact on your mood and the vibe of your photos. Make sure to surround yourself with what you love. Whether that means we're wandering around your favourite neighbourhood, lazing around in your home, being in nature, or hanging at the arcade/bookstore/brewery - we just want you to fit into your environment naturally and for it to represent who you are!

Wear threads that make you feel awesome

Choose a fit you feel cute/comfortable/confident in. You don't need to dress up or follow any sort of dress code (unless you want to!) Wear your a favourite sweater, dress, pair of jeans, sneakers, or try something new and fun. Don’t be afraid of being bold and experimental; adding a statement piece to your shoot can add a ton of personality and you don’t need to include every piece of every outfit in every shot.

Just remember the terrain we'll be in and the weather we may have when you're picking your clothing and footwear! If you need help picking an outfit, we're more than happy to give you our opinion! Send us photos or bring a couple options to the shoot and we'll help you decide.

Note: big visible logos can be a bit distracting and too much neon can cast colours onto your skin. Although, we love a band tee if that’s essential to your look and are always into a good themed shoot if you wanna lean into the 80s. As always, you do you:)

Coordination is key

Instead of matching your outfits perfectly, focus on coordinating them a bit. Choose colours that compliment each other, pieces that are worn for the same season, outfits that belong in the same dress code.

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Take time

It can be difficult to be your sweetest selves after a stressful day of running errands. On the day of our shoot or at least in the couple hours before it, spend some real time together. Relax, stay in bed to cuddle a bit longer than usual, go to your favourite bar to grab drinks. We don't want this to just be something you're crossing off the to-do list, we want you to have hearts in your eyes and be filled with excitement when your session comes around! Indulge in each other and help us to capture you on your best day.

Pack light

Minimalism is key. Spontaneous shooting is tough when you're lugging around bags, big keychains, and water bottles.
We want you to be light on your feet so we can catch all the little in-between moments. In saying that, we totally welcome the idea of little props to make this session more you: some cans of your favourite beer, your polaroid camera, your skateboard, McDonald’s french fries... Luckily Adam also doubles as a packmule, so if there are items you need to bring along he’s happy to share the load!

Go with the flow

If you’re cool with it, we’d like to create space for you to be natural and honest, for you to be present in being with one another. Try to let go of fussing over your outfit/make-up/hair, lean into the environment and the moment - let the wind Beyoncé your hair and the rain get you wet. You can trust that we’re here to help make you look and feel your best. And we’ll adjust anything that looks super weird:)

Liquid or plant Courage

Beer, cannabis, whiskey whatever. If having a drink or smoke before we shoot will help you unwind and get you in the right state of mind, feel free to partake!

Create a soundtrack

It is truly magic what music can do. During a session, it can help to create ambience, draw you into moments, and loosen you up. We have a couple homemade playlists at the ready but you’re welcome to create a playlist for our session as well - we can play it from your phone or the speaker that stays clipped to our backpack! Think of songs that: