📷 In A Moments Shutter: Sunset Engagement Shoot

📷 In A Moments Shutter.

Being a natural light photographer is always a gamble, but if you are prepared, trust in the moment, then capture it. All that matters is what's happening in your frame as YOU stop time.

1. Connect

2. Trust

3. Feel it

Yep, it's that easy. It's 99% mental.

CONNECT: These two songbirds radiated with gentle trust without question. We didn't plan on getting a sunset session, but the moment fell into place as we neared the final outfit. We weren't trying to capture the best outfits or perfect angles to flatter their physique. This shoot was to reflect their future.

TRUST: I firmly believe that when the energy on location is this good, mother nature will give us her BEST. Also, I vividly remember a humbling note to this shoot. My battery was dying during this frame. I really and truly had to trust my intention on this last round. As I got this shot, that fun little blinking red icon started firing fast, reminding me to order more backup batteries. ( ...years later, I am over-prepared)

FEEL IT: Shoot low and slow to preserve the natural coloration of the sunset. In post I subtly enhanced the shadow lines you see of the hill country horizon line; I matched the tint of the darkest shade in the sky. Then I added some mid-tone violet hues while darkening the shadows to bring Kayla's dress out to represent the peaceful serenity at that moment. Bringing down the highlights released this striking orange glow around their bodies to let their souls shine.

💕 Kevin + Kaylas' Engagement Session