This week’s guest blog post comes from local photographer and co-founder of Aspen Wedding Guide Robin Proctor.
Winter engagement sessions are very popular here in Aspen. Here is a list of tips that I give my couples, to ensure we have a great day of shooting.
1. Bring your dog along. Even if it's for only part of the shoot. Dogs are so much fun.
2. Dress warm – Scarves, hats, gloves, boots and hand warmers. Temperatures dip quickly and you don’t want to be cold and uncomfortable.
3. Make a plan – Confirm with your photographer the time, location and concept. Create a Pinterest board of images you like, and share with your photographer before the shoot.
4. Add in Adventure – Snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding this makes for interesting, more natural images.
5. Colors – Add a pop of color for great contrast to white snow.
6. Change of clothes – Perhaps formal wear inside and casual clothes in the snow and around town.
7. Winter driving – Anticipate traffic delays, and make sure you have enough time for everything you have planned.
8. Tickets or foot passes – Required for chair or gondola rides.
9. Lip Balm – Remember lip moisturizer and Sunglasses, this can be fun and essential at times.
10. Have fun! End with a snowball fight or running in the snow.
Cheers!
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