"Hilary has a creative eye! She took amazing engagement photos of us on the beach...action shots, unique landscape layouts, and great use of props! Her photographs have been the best way for us to remember that special "falling in love" time of our lives! We highly recommend her."
-Kristen B.
E N G A G E M E N T F A Q :
What is an Engagement Session like?
Imagine your favorite kind of date with your fiancé (with me tagging along with a camera). I like to keep engagement sessions laid-back and fun, only giving direction when needed or requested. I try to encourage every couple to be themselves so that our session is low-pressure and enjoyable for all.
Why book an Engagement Session?
Not only do Engagement sessions document that exciting prelude to your next chapter, they also establish rapport and build trust with me before your wedding day (that's assuming you book your wedding with me too). They give us a chance to get to know each other better and help create a level of comfort and confidence that enables the best photos to be captured on your big day.
Where can we shoot?
As Buzz Lightyear would say "To Infinity and Beyond!" Ok, maybe not that extreme lol, but the possibilities are endless! Some ideas could include where you met, in the privacy of your abode, first date location, or any other place of special significance. Again, try to think of this session and time as one of your favorite types of dates! Want to take surfing engagement photos? So down. Hike to the top of a mountain? Bring it on! Feel free to browse my list of location ideas (click here) if you need some inspiration.
What to wear, what to wear!?!
I cannot stress this enough...wear whatever makes you comfortable and confident! I do have some general suggestions and pointers I can offer and before our shoot, we will have a comprehensive consultation that will go over wardrobe and styling. I'm also in the process of putting together a board on my pinterest that will go over these recommendations as well.
Do you travel for Engagement Sessions?
Absolutely! Anything within a 20 mile radius of the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area is included with my session fee. Anything outside of that radius I charge a rate of .56/mile. I require overnight accommodations if travel is farther than two hours from Durham.
Can we bring our pet?
No problem! They are family as well! Just ask that you give me a heads up so I can be prepared.
What about props?
Sure, but let's discuss. Too many or too big and they can take precious time away from our shoot or come across cheesy.
When do we get our photos?
Engagement Sessions are delivered 2-3 weeks after your shoot in a personalized, online gallery.
I N V E S T M E N T :
A' LA CARTE:
-One hour of coverage =$95
-High-res edited proof w/ permission to print =$55
-High-res edited proofs w/ print release (order of 5) =$135
-Flash drive of all edited high-res proofs w/ print release =$495
*For a full price list on all print sizes and products offered please contact me
*Retouching fee is separate and by individual case
ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGES:
30 MIN SESSION:
-Up to 30 mins of coverage
-Approximately 25-150 edited proofs
-Up to 5 photos retouched (please check out my editing vs. retouching explanation under my about section for clarification)
-Print release
-Social media share gallery
-Online gallery for print and merchandise ordering
$275
ONE HOUR SESSION:
-Up to 1 hr of coverage
-Approximately 50-200 edited proofs
-Up to 10 photos retouched (please check out my editing vs. retouching explanation under my about section for clarification)
-Print release
-Social media share gallery
-Online gallery for print and merchandise ordering
$425
TWO HOUR SESSION:
-Up to 2 hrs of coverage
-Approx 100-300 edited proofs
-Up to 20 photos retouched (please check out my editing vs. retouching explanation under my about section for clarification)
-Print release
-Social media share gallery
-Online gallery for print and merchandise ordering
$595
*If you do not see a package offered to meet your needs please contact me for a custom quote.