You can often tell how well a shoot will go judging by the amount of effort the couple puts in, and the effort was apparent when I met Kim and Qiqi at the Auckland Domain. From the adorable flowers to their outfit (matching colours!), I could tell straight away that the couple had put some thought into preparing for the engagement session. We walked, we talked, we laughed and we took lots of photos making use of the environment.. all the while enjoying each other’s company! I definitely wish them a blessed marriage ahead and I’m sure their wedding back in Malaysia would be super amazing!

The weather for the entire week had been unpredictable (not in a good way) to say the least. The couple decided to go ahead with the engagement session despite a forecast for rain, and that sure paid off! We set off for Sullivan’s Bay after meeting at the Orewa Surf Club, and the drive there was nothing short of amazing – with some of the best coastal views I’ve seen around the country. Both Ruan and Katherine were excited for the shoot and their enthusiasm truly brightened up the day – it even kept the Sun out for the most part and even rainbows couldn’t help but join the party :p

Engagement sessions are always enjoyable. Granted some couples may turn up for the shoot slightly reserved, but the session never fails to evolve into a fun and pleasant experience.

Dan and Bailey were ready from the get go as soon as we met at the Auckland Domain. They were so natural in front of the lens and took direction extremely well (not that they needed much direction to begin with!), that my job became so much easier. Not too sure if they noticed my excitement for the day, as it was dialed up to a hundred! Partly because they had matching colours on, they were great fun to work with, and also the beautiful golden goodness of the light. I do not think this is the right word to use in this case, but the word that comes to mind to describe the light was mouth-watering :p