Engagement photos are a special way to celebrate your love story. The Colorado Springs mountains provide the perfect backdrop. With beautiful views, natural light, and endless amazing spots, your photos will be as stunning as your connection. Your engagement photos are a celebration of your love and a sneak peek into your wedding story. To make your session unforgettable, here are some top tips for capturing dreamy engagement photos.
Top Tips for Having Dreamy Engagement Photos:
1. Choose the Right Time of Day
The best time for engagement photos in the mountains is during golden hour—just before sunset. The soft, warm lighting highlights your features and the natural beauty of the mountains. Keep in mind, the sun goes behind the mountain peak earlier then official sunset. As a professional engagement photographer, there are some things that I am good at. Knowing the exact time of day to make the session for is one of those things. Send me a message if you need help and guidance – I would love to chat.
2. Dress the Part
- Neutral tones and soft colors complement the mountain scenery.
- Avoid busy patterns that might clash with the natural backdrop.
- Bring layers. The weather in the mountains can change quickly, so a stylish jacket or wrap can keep you comfortable.
- Opt for soft, flowing fabrics to create movement in photos.
- Coordinate with your partner without being too matchy-matchy
- Opt for being too “dressy” versus not dressing up enough
3. Plan for the Season
Every season offers a unique aesthetic:
- Spring: Fresh flowers peaking out.
- Summer: Where everything is green.
- Fall: Golden leafs and rich red colors.
- Winter: Snowy peaks for a magical feel.
4. Pick Meaningful Locations
Whether it’s a trail you love to hike or a private spot with an epic view, choose a location that speaks to you as a couple. Popular spots like Garden of the Gods or Ute Valley Park are perfect for capturing the essence of Colorado Springs.
5. Be Yourselves
Relax and have fun! Your engagement photos are about celebrating your relationship. Laugh, play, and let your love shine through. Think of the session as a date with your love.
6. Bring Props or Personal Touches
Add a personal touch by including props like:
- A comfortable blanket to sit on.
- A sign with your wedding date.
- Items that reflect your hobbies or story as a couple.
- A picnic with cake
- Pop some champagne
7. Work with a Professional Photographer For Your Engagement Photos
The right photographer will not only capture stunning images. But also help guide you on style, poses, timing, and locations. At Michelle Betz Photography, I specialize in creating vibrant and true-to-life engagement photos. For my clients, I give you the information and tips you need for you to have the best experience for your session.
To start, I send a guide on how to find the location that fits your dreams. Additionally, I help with ideas, pins, and directions to that location. Then, I will give you the start time for your session. The start time correlates directly with the sunset time and golden hour. After that, I will send you a style guide and color palette. This guide helps you know exactly what kind of clothes and colors to wear. Finally, you just need to show up to the session – and I will do the rest 🙂
Engagement Photos
The Colorado Springs mountains are the perfect place to document this exciting chapter in your life. Contact Michelle Betz Photography today to schedule your engagement photos and make memories that will last a lifetime.
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