Wondering if engagement photos are worth it? Learn how a session helps you feel comfortable on camera, connect with your photographer, and prepare for your wedding day.

There is something about the Arizona desert at sunset that never needs much help. The mountains, towering saguaros, winding trails and changing light already create the kind of backdrop that feels cinematic.

For Hailey and Preston’s engagement session in Phoenix, we kept things relaxed and let the desert do what it does best.

Your engagement photos should feel like you, not like a performance. From choosing the right location and outfits to understanding lighting and getting comfortable in front of the camera, here are seven things to do before your engagement photo session.