Four Reasons Why Couples Are Moving Engagement Photo Shoots to Their Homes

They say that home is where the heart is! This can be especially true for engaged couples looking to prepare their nests for married life. The home where you live is a big part of your story as a couple. As a result, many engaged couples are actually moving their photoshoots to their homes to create really intimate and personal engagement shots. Let's explore the reasons why taking engagement photos at home is such a great fit for so many engaged couples.

If Offers a Slice of Real Life

Not everyone is into polished photos taken in a "perfect" location that a couple will never visit again. Yes, a beach or botanical garden can serve as a very beautiful backdrop for romantic photos. However, there is something very raw and authentic about using your own home as a backdrop. The space you occupy during this exciting time of your life tells part of the story of your romance!
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A photographer will have an opportunity to capture organic photos of you in a relaxed, pressure-free setting when you shift a photoshoot to home. Many couples like to actually go about their lives while a photographer captures special moments. This can include simple things like cooking dinner, folding laundry or listening to music in the living room.

You Will Feel Comfortable

Being followed around by a camera in public isn't everyone's cup of tea! However, that's exactly what you're signing up for when you do your engagement shoot in a public space. It can be hard to look and feel natural as you pose for photos when other people are nearby. A photo session at home lets you simply be yourself in private!

It's easy to be yourself when you're being photographed at home. What's more, you'll have time to get to know your photographer in a space where you feel comfortable as the process moves along. This familiarity makes it easy for your photographer to capture natural moments as they happen because your guard won’t be up!

It's Convenient

Outdoor engagement photo sessions require lots of moving parts! The big thing on your mind has to do with whether or not the weather will cooperate. Unfortunately, a rainy day could force you to reschedule if you're planning to take photographs outside. You may also have to deal with things like an overcast sky or too much sun in your eyes when you pose for photos outdoors. Some couples are more than happy to contend with the elements to get their photos taken outside. Others are moving toward photo shoots in their own homes to avoid uncontrollable circumstances. ​

You're Creating a Time Capsule

Many couples love the idea of doing an engagement photoshoot at home because they know they'll be creating snapshots of history! There's a good chance that you won't be living in the same place years or decades from now. Even someone who does stay in the same house forever is likely to make some major changes in furniture and décor. It's really fun to be able to look back at photos to spot the details of the space you lived in during one of the most exciting periods of your life.

Should You Take Your Engagement Photos at Home?

A photoshoot at home offers a unique way to show off your romantic and playful sides in a space where you feel comfortable. It's important to choose a photographer who makes you feel comfortable and relaxed when you opt for a home-based session. What's more, choosing a photographer with a great eye for beautiful lighting and framing will enable you to see the beauty of your home in a new light. The bottom line is that you should do whatever your heart desires when it comes to your engagement and wedding! In fact, that's the philosophy we follow here at Idlewood Venue.

Take a look at Idlewood Venue's 7 beautiful acres if you're searching for an event space for your wedding in Bartow, Florida. ​