8 Tips to Rock Your Couple Session by Katch Silva

One of our favorite photographers, the “tiny Colombian” Katch Silva, is doing a Instagram Takeover on our @flothemes account this week. Check out our feed and Insta stories for useful tips, fun insights on her adventures, life in a van and photography techniques. She is (obviously) the mastermind behind the Katch Silva presets, and continuously contributes to the growth of the photography community by sharing her knowledge and experience. In case you’ve bookmarked this article, but forgot to read it – here are 8 Tips on how to Rock Your Couple Session from Katch Silva:

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1. SHARE IT ALL WITH ME

Honesty is mandatory. Vulnerability is encouraged. I can only capture your true dynamic if you allow me into your space. Remember how you interact when you’re alone, and don’t hide it. Embrace both the goofy laughter and the quiet vulnerable moments. I will, of course, guide you through all this as we shoot, but I need you to meet me halfway and allow me into your intimacy.

2. DON’T HOLD BACK

Just be you! This seems obvious, but sometimes it’s tough to really commit to it. I want your dynamic to set the tone and mood of the shoot, not what you think a session should look like. Are you goofballs? Are you introverted? I want to experience all those little moments you might otherwise consider the “outtakes”. Don’t act like you think you should, I want to capture you as you are. The truest emotion is in the outtakes!

3. DRESS LIKE YOURSELF

Dress comfortably, don’t feel like you need to “dress up” because it’s an occasion. Wear something you feel confident and comfortable in. Whether that’s ripped up jeans or a summery skirt, you do you!

4. MAKE IT AN ALL DAY ACTIVITY

You’re not going to be your cutest most genuine selves at the end of an errand-filled stressful day. So take it easy all day! Grab lunch together, get a drink, relax together doing something you enjoy. That way, when we meet for the shoot, you’re filled with love and excitement for each other, instead of just crossing one thing off the wedding to-do list. Let me capture you on your best day!

5. FORGET THE “PHOTO SHOOT” PART

You’re not there for me. I’m there for you: to document your love. The objective isn’t just to take pretty pictures. Its to capture an exciting stage in your life, while spending time together. Its very likely that the last time you got your picture taken “professionally” was for an awkward high school photo or for super posed family portraits. I promise you, it will be nothing like that. So forget the photos, and focus on enjoying the evening!

6. PICK AN ENVIRONMENT THAT REFLECTS YOU

It’s definitely not just about the location, but its about how you fit into it. The setting, location, and weather will affect your mood, and the mood of the photos, drastically. So I want to make sure you’re surrounded by what you love. Whether that’s your own home or a foggy mountaintop, all that matters is that it’s you!

7. EMBRACE THE SPONTANEOUS ELEMENTS

And I don’t just mean the weather. I want you to embrace the rocks, the dirt, the paths less traveled, the wind messing up your hair, your dress getting dirty, and all the other spontaneous and “imperfect” elements. If it starts to rain, we’ll keep shooting and have fun with it! If we have to stop between each shot to flatten out your hair or fluff up your dress, the whole natural vibe will be thrown off. I want to keep it natural and honest, so just let go!

8. LEAVE THE EXTRA STUFF AT HOME

Leave the big bags, don’t worry about the extra stuff you might need. I want you to be light on your feet and easily mobile, because I will shoot all those little in-between moments. Extra props or bags tend to make spontaneous shooting more difficult, so minimalism is the way to go!

For more helpful and fun tips, follow us on Instagram and get insights from the talented Katch Silva. Also, make sure you check out her customly designed website (www.katchsilva.com), it’s a one of a kind fairytale – perfectly matching her personality and charisma! If you’re looking for something custom for your own site – let’s talk!

With Love,
Flothemes Team.