Themed Engagement Photo Ideas
Engagement photos capture the love and unique relationship a couple has with each other. While the classic photos involving couples walking and kissing behind a picturesque backdrop still do the job, utilize this special moment to try something different. Choose a theme with your significant other to make your engagement photos stand out and leave a memorable impression. Just make sure to pick a reputable photographer and have fun on this special day.
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Time Period Theme
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Some people have a time period they enjoy other than the present. A couple can utilize a shared interest in the same time period by using period-specific props and costume. For example, suppose a couple shares the same interest in the 1950s greaser culture. Here, borrow costume ideas from classic movies such as Grease and the James Dean classic Rebel Without a Cause. Use props such as classic cars and 1950s era backdrops such as diners or 1950s themed restaurants. Other period-specific ideas include the 1960s flower power culture, 1970s disco or 1920s flappers. Any time period works for this theme.
Location Theme
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The location theme harnesses the aspects of a singular location for the entire engagement photo shoot. For example, a couple can utilize a school or library as a backdrop to tell a story. Begin by taking photos of the couple studying separately and then bumping into each other while looking for the same book or walking through the hallway. Another idea is the workplace, where the engagement photos can develop a story of a workplace romance. Use the location as a prop for your story telling device.
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Food Theme
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The food theme works for couples interested in the food industry. Possibly a couple that owns a restaurant or an up-and-coming chef. It also works for couples that met each other at a restaurant or couples that simply enjoy eating food with each other. Try to get at least one food item in every shot. Food does not have to be in the foreground of every picture but can sit in the background or be implied with a restaurant backdrop or a carefully placed food label. This theme also lends itself to action shots involving cooking and eating with each other.
Activity Theme
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The activity theme works for active couples that share physical activity as a common bond. For example, a couple that hikes together can use their favorite hiking trail as their engagement photo backdrop. Pictures should include actual hiking with the couple in their hiking equipment. Other ideas include running, white water rafting or even a shared sport such as basketball or bowling. Center the photos around the activity and how the couple works with each other while engaged in that activity.
Color Theme
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The color theme gives couples a particular color to work with to make their pictures stand out. Bright colors such as orange, red and yellow work best since they stand out. Bright-colored shirt, shoes, or even a brightly-colored prop work for this theme. For example, a couple can wear matching red shirts in all their engagement photos. This allows the couple to stand out in all the photos and creates a sense of unity. Attempt to find backgrounds and locations that allow your chosen color to stand out. Lighter or contrasting colors work best in the background.
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