Engagement Photography

Engagement Photography FAQ’s

What should I wear for my photos?

Wear something that reflects your style and personality but keep in mind that earth tones and solid colors are best vs distracting patterns, this will allow focus on your expression and not your sweater.

Props are also great! Is it Fall? Wear a hat…Is it Winter? wear a scarf… Is it Summer?… then bring matching sunglasses. You get the idea! For more tips visit my What to Wear Wednesday posts.

What type of photography do you shoot?

We are modern and current… we focus on real life moments and work with our clients to capture images in a photojournalistic and editorial manner. We shoot on-location (your home, park, nature scene, beach, lake) and work with natural light. We focus on interacting with you and your loved ones so the real you can shine through in your photos.

It’s raining, is my engagement shoot cancelled?

Not necessarily, downpours may be a reason to change a date…. a light sprinkle is no problem. I will contact you should we need to reschedule. Cloudy days are actually somewhat desirable to shoot on!

How far in advance should I book?

Engagement Sessions book up to 1 year in advance. If you are looking to schedule your session for a weekend then it is best to schedule as soon as you can! For weddings, I book up to 3 years in advance. Please contact me to see if your date is available. HERE are some tips about your wedding day timeline.

I have a blemish, Can you remove it?

Yes! Minor retouching is included. I can and will remove small blemishes on images if necessary and when possible. I will remove people or add people (within reason) to images or open eyes for an additional fee.

When is the best time of day to schedule a shoot?

I usually recommend early morning (for those early risers) or 1-2 hours before sunset. The lighting is best at these times and usually works well for most. I am always willing to schedule a shoot around my clients schedule but try to avoid the mid-day sun.

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Featured Engagement Sessions & Tips!

5 Tips for Including Dogs in Your Engagement Photo Shoot

by Heather Bellini | Feb 16, 2016 | Engagement, For Photographers, Wedding Day Tips | 0 Comments

Engagement Photos With Your Dogs 5 Tips for Including Dogs in Your Engagement Photo Shoot Over the years I have shot dozens of engagement photos with all kinds of dogs. Little dogs, Big dogs, lazy dogs, hyper dogs, – I have worked with them all! Thinking about...

Japanese Gardens Engagement Session

by Heather Bellini | Jun 3, 2015 | Engagement | 7 Comments

Japanese Gardens Buffalo NY Engagement Photography | Brittany & Rob Nice weather, beautiful light and I just loved Brittany and Rob! They JUST booked with me for their wedding day and we shot the engagement photos the following week! Can't wait until their August...

What to Wear | Couples Engagement Session

by Heather Bellini | Apr 30, 2014 | Engagement, Portraits, What to Wear | 0 Comments

Buffalo NY Photographer | What to Wear Couples and Engagement | Spring Inspired For this weeks What to Wear Wednesday post I wanted to continue to focus on couples and engagement photography. I drew some inspiration this time from this beautiful spring weather and...

What to Wear | Couples Engagement Photography

by Heather Bellini | Apr 23, 2014 | Engagement, What to Wear | 0 Comments

Buffalo NY Photography | What to Wear Couples and Engagement | Cocktail Party Inspired For this weeks What to Wear Wednesday post I wanted to bring the focus back on couples and engagement photo sessions. I drew some inspiration this time from a 'cocktail party'...

Buffalo Engagement Photography – Buffalo Bills – Buffalo Sabres

by Heather Bellini | Jul 24, 2013 | Engagement | 1 Comment

Buffalo Engagement Photography - Buffalo Bills - Buffalo Sabres Heather and Dave brought their love for Buffalo sports to this Engagement Photography session! We had a blast taking photos at Ralph Wilson Stadium and at The First Niagara Center! Looking forward to the...

Buffalo NY Engagement Photographer – Buffalo Bills

by Heather Bellini | Jun 10, 2013 | Engagement | 0 Comments

Buffalo NY Engagement Photographer - Buffalo Bills This Buffalo Bills inspired Engagement Photography Shoot was so much fun at Ralph Wilson Stadium! Heather and Dave tossed the football around the 'field' and even went in for a few touchdowns! Here is a small...

Buffalo NY Engagement Photography Session – Buffalo Mini Tour

by Heather Bellini | Apr 17, 2013 | Engagement | 0 Comments

Buffalo NY Engagement Photography Session- Naz and Ata Naz is spending her first summer is Buffalo with fiance Ata so we opted for a mini-tour of Buffalo for this couples e-session! Spots included the Rose Garden at Delaware Park, Buffalo Historical Building and Glen...

Buffalo NY Engagement Photographer

by Heather Bellini | Mar 8, 2013 | Engagement, Gallery | 0 Comments

Buffalo NY Engagement Photographer - Heather Bellini Photography Glowing winter sunlight and snow on the trees… Wintertime engagement sessions certainly make me smile! Warren and Natalie…thank-you for being so fabulous and hanging in there on this cold day ! I...

Buffalo NY Engagement Photography

by Heather Bellini | Mar 7, 2013 | Engagement | 0 Comments

Buffalo NY Engagement Photography / Heather Bellini Photography / Teacher Engagement Photography Got it bad.... Got it bad...... Got it Bad. He's hot for teacher in this classroom photoshoot! What a day at JFK High School! Lucky for us we had the run of the school...

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