Why Engagement Portraits are Worth It

January 10, 2008 |

The ring’s the thing for Vancouver brides and grooms. (Photo by Julia Pelish)

You’re a Vancouver bride and you and your fiancé are giddy for the Big Day. You want a fabulous wedding with all your closest friends and family present to share in your joy and love. But at the same time you’re working within a budget. You’re scrutinizing packages and vendors, trying to get the best value possible. As you go through the process, though, it’s important to remember what the wedding is about: you two.

The engagement portrait isn’t an upsell, nor is it a rehearsal. It’s a way for brides and grooms to celebrate their momentous occasion, to get the word out about their nuptials, to preserve early memories of their relationship, and to get the most out of their professional photographer. For those reasons, the wedding packages I most often recommend to brides and grooms include engagement portraits. It allows us to get to know each other. I’ll be able to see what poses and angles are best, allowing me to capture intimate moments even on a busy day.

Your guests will also love to see your engagement portrait. We display it at your wedding and in an extra-wide matte for them to sign their best wishes – it’s a really terrific keepsake and one my clients in the Lower Mainland have been very happy with.

I offer the engagement portraits at a reduced rate when purchased within a wedding package. If you’re getting married in 2008, send me an email (julia@juliapelish.com) or call me at 604-836-1412 and I’ll fill you in on your photography options.