As always, I learned a lot from my first engagement shoot but then everything in life is a constant state of learning. Here is what I came away with.

• Double check everything before you leave. Even double check your memory discs, which I didn’t. Not only did I not bring any extra but normally I use a 4GB disc and this time I only had a 1GB so I ran out at one point. Luckily we were in Boston so this was easy to fix.
• Write down ideas and bring them with you, just in case you get stuck.
• Dress comfortably.
• Stay hydrated at all times.
• If you are using a new lens, test it out at least a week beforehand so you know all it’s tricks.

My engagement session with Iris and Declan was an event. It was a full day in Boston with a lot of wandering around and a lot of laughing. They are such a fun couple to spend time with, you can’t ask for better. I’ve known Iris since Kindergarten, she’s my oldest friend. Declan is obviously her fiancé and this was my first time meeting him. He is from Ireland, where they will have their 2nd wedding, and he is one of the sweetest guys I’ve ever met. Every time I do a new photo shoot I’m pushed a little further outside of my comfort zone but when it comes to photography I find it exciting.