Engagement Sessions and FAQs

At Regeti’s we feel being comfortable with your photographer is possibly the single most important part of ensuring your images are going to be as natural as possible. We stress this so much so that our engagement sessions are offered completely complementary to our clients on the understanding that they have to use it before the wedding day or they simply lose it. The offering is designed so that we have an opportunity to meet with our clients on a more personal level, getting to know them as a couple and allowing them to get to know us as well as a couple - as we are obviously going to be part of all of their events while each unfolds and it is super important that our clients can be themselves in our presence allowing us to deliver imagery that is completely reflective of who they are.

Your photographer should be able to set you at ease effortlessly in front of their camera lens. Through their ability to pose and articulate how to pose this allows you to quickly move into a comfort zone that helps them to create the awe-inspiring imagery that the two of you will appreciate for years to come. They should be able to walk you through questions regarding clothing and styling to obtain a more editorial look in your images. While not all clients are at ease nor comfortable in front of our lens we will continue to shoot till we reach a point where we feel that they are comfortable and in turn, we have images that they will be happy with – it's a mission that we choose to conquer during each session prior to wrapping up.

We have a handful of clients who will ask if they can exchange or swap out these sessions for an additional hour of our services and unfortunately due to the nature and reason behind offering these sessions complimentary it would be defeated by doing so. Often enough they understand and know that it is in their best interest to enjoy that time with us and allow them to work through their posing techniques before the day of as ultimately all of our goals to acquire the best imagery possible are the same. I urge clients whether hiring us or not that they remember that portrait images come from an investment of not only their time but also ours and in so many ways the gift of this free session winds up to be the ultimate wedding gift we would ever be ever to give.

Where will my session take place?

Anywhere in the world you would like! Within 100-mile radius of Washington DC travel is not required. Outside 100-mile radius travel, airfare and hotel accommodations may be required. Please inquire for more details.

Can I do my session during Cherry Blossom Season?

While we have done many e-sessions during the blossoms on the Mall and in a lot of ways have perfected the capture of them in our clients images. The fact that most gentlemen are not completely comfortable showing PDA this should be highly considered when you are trying to get moments and emotion involved in a portrait with millions of people going here and there.

We ask that as you plan your engagement session you keep in mind that you take a moment to think about what your session means to you and the purpose behind it and see past the blossoms, we want for them to add to your images rather than take awasy from, with the focusing point not on where the session is, but more so who the session is of.

When should I do my engagement session?

Talk about the craziness of the wedding season as every bride-to -be is now thinking about her engagement session and when and where to have it done. Well let’s just talk about these two very topics at hand.

The best time to have your e-session would be when it is not too hot and not too terribly cold thus everyone head’s to April in their calendar and then they start thinking about where and the first thing that comes to mind when you live in the Washington DC are is the Cherry Blossom’s along the Mall. Well before we get too carried away we wanted to remind all the ladies about the intention and meaning of your e-session and why the Mall during the blossoms is one to be really thought out regarding timing, parking and how comfortable you are as a couple with an audience of approximately 1.2M and growing every year.

While we have done many e-sessions during the blossoms on the Mall and in a lot of ways have perfected the capture of them in our clients images. The fact that most gentlemen are not completely comfortable showing PDA this should be highly considered when you are trying to get moments and emotion involved in a portrait with millions of people going here and there.

We ask that as you plan your engagement session you keep in mind that you take a moment to think about what your session means to you and the purpose behind it and see past the blossoms, we want for them to add to your images rather than take awasy from, with the focusing point not on where the session is, but more so who the session is of.

I hate having my photo taken, can we overcome this?

Every client we have ever photographed has one thing or another that they critique, our job as professionals is to help overcome that and reassure you that we will photograph you in a way that you feel most comfortable and happy with. Sometimes once you have your engagement session done you realize it was never an issue at all - let us help you overcome this to get the best possible results from your photographs.

We are not very photogenic and are very uncomfortable in front of the camera should we even do an engagement session?

YES, YES, YES!!!! Even more so a great reason to have your engagement session done with your wedding photographers. It is important that you have this opportunity with your photographers to help guide your through the awkwardness of being photographed and build trust in them to photograph you to the best of their ability in the most flattering way.

Can I remove the session for additional event or wedding day coverage?

Unfortunately, not, our sessions are complimentary due to the benefits they provide. However, you certainly do not have to feel obligated to have one.

Do you recommend hair and makeup?

Yes. If you are looking for a certain look, style or need recommendations please ask.

What should we wear?

Looking for opinions on what you should wear or even avoid? We have some information we can email to help you plan your session to an inspiration to others, please feel free to ask if help is needed in determining outfits, color scheme or accessories.

When can we expect to see our images?

Engagement sessions are provided in our online galleries within 2 weeks of your session and access to download immediately via Google Drive once your images are online.

Will we receive all our images?

All the images from our session with you are provided. Typically, from our sessions on average we deliver between 100-150 images.

Will our images be edited?

All images are color correct with 10-15 perfectly retouched FAVORITE files.

Do you provide high resolution files?

Yes, all high-resolution images are provided and available for download via Google Drive with shared copyrights.

Will my images be watermarked or have logos per se?

No. The only images marked are images that we use within our own social media platforms.

What is the difference between a proof and our prints?

Proof is a low-resolution web optimized file and prints will be a tangible print from your high-resolution retouched file.

How do I order prints and products?

Through our online cart system, you are able to order prints and products that we are currently offering.

When will I receive my products?

Print orders placed are shipped within 5-7 business days.

What if it rains/snows/sleets/hails?

We will need to reschedule your session for another day. Unfortunately, due to gear concerns and safety we do not shoot engagement sessions during inclement weather.

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