Hey, lovebirds. I’m Tara from Madison 31 Experience, and if you’re nervous about your engagement session, I get it. Being in front of the camera can feel a little weird—but I promise it doesn’t have to. In fact, your session can be one of the most fun, connected moments of your engagement season.

This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being you. Here’s how we’ll make it an experience you’ll actually enjoy (and maybe want to do again)

 

At Madison 31, I’m all about capturing real connection. The belly laughs. The soft glances. The in-between moments that say, “I choose you every day.” So if the idea of getting your photo taken makes you feel a little nervous, let’s flip the script. Your engagement session is an experience—one where you get to be yourselves, let loose, and have a damn good time.

 

Here’s how we make that magic happen together:

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1. Make It Meaningful

Pick a spot that feels like home to your love story—maybe it’s the mountain trail you’ve hiked together a dozen times, or the cozy little corner of your city where you had your first date. I’m always up for an adventure, and I love helping my couples scout locations that feel personal and undeniably them.

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2. Dress the Way You Love to Feel

Don’t worry about dressing like someone else’s Pinterest board. Wear what feels good and true to you—something you can move in, snuggle in, and dance barefoot on a trail in (yep, it happens). Earthy tones, flowy fabrics, worn denim, or that knit sweater you always steal from each other—bring what makes you feel comfortable and confident.

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3. Trust the Prompts—We’ll Keep It Natural

I’m not into stiff poses or fake smiles. I guide with prompts that spark real emotion—movement, laughter, stillness, connection. Think: “Hold their face like you’re about to kiss them for the first time again,” or “Whisper the name of your future dog in your sexy voice.”

You’ll forget there’s even a camera around.

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4. Embrace the Messy Moments

Wind in your hair. Mud on your boots. A fit of laughter in the middle of a quiet moment. These are the frames that tell your story with soul. We’re not aiming for perfect—we’re capturing you. So lean into it. Let the moment be what it is.

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5. Make It an Experience (Not Just a Photoshoot)

Bring coffee to sip, champagne to pop, or even plan something fun afterward. Your engagement session should feel like a celebration. When the pressure’s off, the joy shows up—and trust me, it looks so good in photos.

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6. Just Be You. That’s More Than Enough.

This isn’t about pretending to be models—it’s about being partners. You don’t need to know how to pose. You don’t need to “perform.” All you need is to show up and let your connection take center stage. I’ll take care of the rest.

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Final Thoughts
This chapter of your love story deserves to be documented with intention, heart, and a little bit of adventure. Whether we’re dancing through golden fields or snuggled on a cliffside at sunset, your engagement session with Madison 31 Experience will be more than just photos—it’ll be a memory you never want to forget.

 

Let’s chase the light, get a little messy, and make some magic together.

 

Ready to plan your own adventure-filled, joy-soaked engagement session? Let’s chat!

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