I, the Photosapien, have shot all types of models in all types of situations. Some pro some not so pro, and everyone in-between. Except for one category, other Photographers! I’ve never done an engagement photography session for someone who is comfortable behind the camera, so this time was a little nerve racking.
Let’s rewind.
I photograph weddings with Maranda Elysse Photography and this was a surprise engagement session put together by her soon to be husband Chad. I don’t recall the last time I was this nervous for a shoot. I had all of these negative thoughts in my head but I had to zap them out and focus as I drove to the shoot spot at the Newmarket Community Centre. Why bring bad energy on a shoot? I never do it so why now? I got my head screwed on straight after a prayer.
It turns out that shooting a Photographer was made simple! Maranda and I worked our way through the shoot like we were navigating a wedding. I actually chuckled to myself at one point because of how we were interacting and how she knew what she wanted even though she didn’t know she was getting photographed that day.
I want to say a big CONGRATS to Maranda & Chad! Enjoy your engagement and thanks for making this process easy on me.
SI ‘the Photogs Photog’ Photosapien