Before sharing the photos from my most recent engagement shoot, I’d like to share some vitally important little things I learned that will surely help me on my next shoot.
1. I am a sucker for the worms-view when I try to inject some creativity, so I always get to lay down on the ground/grass/concrete/dust. I get dirty, the pavement can be scalding hot, the grass makes my arms and legs itchy like hell. Sleeves and jogging pants will definitely help.
2. Most of the time, shoots are done outdoors. I love on-location shoots. It gets scorching hot so I sweat heavily. Also, when sweat from my eyebrow drip to my eye on the viewfinder, it hurts. I need a towel. And a spare shirt.
3. Bring an umbrella. If not for me, bring an umbrella for the couple especially if I’ll have them wait a couple of minutes while I scan the area for a good angle. For my two recent prenup shoots , I have been lending my reflective umbrella. It helps, but a real umbrella should come in handy next time.
4. When asking the couple to pose for me, make the poses gradual from simple poses to more intimate ones. It will be easy to make them kiss when they’re already comfy. I didn’t commit the mistake of making them kiss right away, but I thought I should put this into writing and nail it into my head at the same time.
5. Having an assistant to carry your equipment/set up your gear/run errands/drive your car makes your job 90% easier. I had no assistant yesterday. I have been carrying all my gear almost the whole day. Now, my back terribly hurts.
There you go. Photos coming very soon 
