Bidemi & Victor's Engagement Session, Ontario engagement photographer
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A November Love Story at Richmond Green
When Bidemi and Victor chose Richmond Green Sports Centre & Park for their engagement session, they unknowingly selected one of Ontario’s most versatile and underrated photography locations. While most couples gravitate toward Toronto’s well-known spots, High Park, the Distillery District, Evergreen Brick Works, this Richmond Hill gem offered something those crowded venues couldn’t: privacy, diversity, and natural beauty without the chaos.
Their November session perfectly captured the essence of what engagement photography should be, authentic, romantic, and deeply personal. As their photographer, documenting their connection against Richmond Green’s stunning fall backdrop reminded me why I love this work. Every glance, every laugh, every tender moment told their unique love story in a way that felt effortlessly them.
This is the story of their engagement session, and more importantly, why Richmond Green deserves serious consideration from Ontario couples planning their pre-wedding photography.
The Engagement Session: Capturing Bidemi & Victor’s Connection
Their Style and Vision
Bidemi and Victor brought two distinct looks to their session, each reflecting different facets of their relationship. Their first outfit showcased elegance he wore a tailored suit, she wore a sophisticated suit jacket. This polished styling photographed beautifully in the rose garden and against the heritage walkway’s architectural elements, creating timeless, classic portraits perfect for formal announcements.
Their second look shifted to casual intimacy: white tops with jeans. This relaxed styling allowed their genuine personalities to emerge during candid moments in the open green spaces. The outfit change provided gallery diversity while keeping the session feeling natural and true to who they are as a couple.
Authentic Moments We Captured
The best engagement photos don’t happen through rigid posing, they emerge when couples forget the camera exists and simply connect with each other. Bidemi and Victor’s session exemplified this perfectly.
The Nervous Energy: Early in the session, that typical engagement photo nervousness was palpable. But within minutes of gentle direction and natural prompts, they relaxed completely. The transformation from cautious positioning to genuine ease always amazes me, it’s when the real magic happens.
Genuine Laughter: At one point, Victor whispered something that made Bidemi laugh unreservedly, head thrown back, completely uninhibited joy. That spontaneous moment, unplanned and unposed, became one of their favorite images because it captured her authentic happiness.
Quiet Tenderness: Not every powerful moment is dramatic. Some of the session’s most beautiful images came from quiet, tender interactions, Victor gently adjusting Bidemi’s jacket, their fingers naturally intertwining while walking, the way they instinctively leaned toward each other.
November’s Golden Light: Shooting during golden hour in November provided that coveted warm, glowing light that makes fall engagement sessions so magical. The low sun filtered through Richmond Green’s trees, creating natural backlighting that added ethereal romance to their portraits.
Why Authenticity Matters in Engagement Photography
Modern couples increasingly reject stiff, overly posed engagement photos in favor of authentic storytelling. Bidemi and Victor’s gallery reflects this shift yes, they have beautiful traditional portraits, but their favorite images are the unscripted moments that truly capture their relationship.
This authentic approach serves practical purposes beyond aesthetics. Engagement sessions prepare couples for wedding day photography, building comfort and trust with their photographer. When Bidemi and Victor eventually marry (whether with us or another photographer), they’ll approach wedding portraits with confidence rather than camera-shy anxiety.
The Soge Photography Approach
Our Style Applied to this Engagement Sessions
Every location demands different photographic approaches. Richmond Green’s natural beauty and architectural diversity allowed us to create varied imagery within one cohesive session.
Natural Light Priority: November’s afternoon light was perfection soft, warm, and flattering. Rather than overwhelming the scene with artificial lighting, we used available light strategically, adding minimal flash only when necessary for shadow fill. This creates images that feel organic and timeless.
Movement Over Static Posing: The walking shots along the heritage walkway, the playful moments in open fields, the natural interactions by the pond, these movement-based images feel more authentic than rigid standing poses. We guide natural actions rather than demanding uncomfortable positions.
Diverse Compositions: A strong engagement gallery tells a complete visual story. We captured wide environmental shots showcasing Richmond Green’s beauty, intimate close-ups highlighting emotional connection, and everything in between. This variety ensures their gallery never feels repetitive.
Emotional Focus: Technical perfection matters, but emotional authenticity matters more. We prioritize genuine expressions and real connections over technically perfect but emotionally empty images.
Favorite Shots from Their Session
The Rose Garden Portrait: Bidemi and Victor’s formal attire against the structured garden backdrop created magazine-worthy elegance. The composition balanced their sophisticated styling with Richmond Green’s natural beauty.
Golden Hour Magic: Late afternoon light streaming through trees as they walked hand-in-hand, this image captured November’s warmth and their comfortable intimacy simultaneously.
The Genuine Laugh: That unguarded moment of Bidemi’s pure joy became an instant favorite, proving the most powerful images often happen between posed shots.
Casual Connection: Their white tops and jeans outfit allowed personality to shine. The casual styling in open green spaces created approachable, authentic imagery balancing their elegant formal portraits.
Planning Your Ontario Engagement Session
Why Engagement Photography Matters
Engagement sessions serve purposes beyond beautiful photos. They’re opportunities to:
Build Photographer Relationships: Experience working with your photographer before your wedding day, ensuring compatibility and building comfort.
Practice Being Photographed: Many couples feel camera-shy initially. Engagement sessions provide low-pressure practice, making wedding day portraits feel natural.
Create Versatile Content: Use engagement photos for save-the-dates, wedding websites, guest books, rehearsal dinner decor, and home display.
Document This Chapter: Your engagement represents a unique moment in your relationship journey, it deserves professional documentation.
Choosing the Right Location
Richmond Green worked perfectly for Bidemi and Victor, but the best engagement location depends on your personal style:
Nature Lovers: Consider conservation areas, parks, beaches, or natural landscapes Urban Enthusiasts: Downtown architecture, city streets, graffiti walls, rooftop locations Meaningful Places: Where you met, got engaged, or share significant memories Versatile Venues: Locations like Richmond Green offering multiple settings in one place
Why Choose Soge Photography for Your Ontario Engagement Session
Our Approach to Engagement Photography
At Soge Photography, we believe engagement sessions should capture genuine connection rather than manufactured perfection. Our approach combines professional expertise with authentic emotional storytelling.
What Sets Us Apart:
Authentic Storytelling: We document real emotions and honest moments that reflect who you truly are as a couple, not who you think you should be for the camera.
Inclusive Celebration: We welcome and celebrate couples from all backgrounds, cultures, and identities with genuine enthusiasm and respect.
Location Expertise: Understanding how Ontario venues photograph across seasons and times of day allows us to maximize every location’s potential.
Comfortable Direction: We guide natural movement and authentic interaction rather than forcing uncomfortable poses, creating images where you look like yourselves at your best.
Timeless Aesthetics: Our soft, clean, emotionally charged imagery rich in natural light won’t feel dated in 10, 20, or 50 years.
Serving Ontario Couples
While Bidemi and Victor’s session took place in Richmond Hill, Soge Photography serves couples throughout Ontario:
- Greater Toronto Area: Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, and surrounding communities
- London, Ontario: Our home base serving Southwestern Ontario
- Ottawa: Eastern Ontario engagement and wedding photography
- Beyond: Available for travel throughout Ontario and destination locations
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Booking Your Session
Timing: Book engagement sessions at least 2-3 months before needing photos for save-the-dates or announcements. This allows time for shooting, editing, and any print production.
Investment: Engagement session pricing varies based on session length, locations, and deliverables. Most sessions range from $300-$600 for 60-90 minutes of coverage with 30-60 edited images.
View Our Complete Investment Guide for detailed engagement photography pricing.
Booking Wedding Photography
If you love your engagement photographer, booking them for your wedding creates visual and experiential continuity. You’ll arrive at your wedding day already comfortable with their direction style, confident in their artistic vision, and trusting their ability to capture your story authentically.
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Soge Photography specializes in authentic wedding storytelling throughout Ontario. From intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations, we document your day with the same emotional honesty and artistic excellence that defines our engagement work.
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Let’s Capture Your Love Story
Your engagement represents a unique chapter in your relationship—it deserves beautiful, authentic documentation you’ll treasure forever. Whether you’re drawn to Richmond Green’s versatile beauty or another Ontario location, we’d be honored to tell your story with the same care and artistry we brought to Bidemi and Victor’s session.
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FAQ: About Christmas Photography
Most engagement sessions last 60-90 minutes, providing time to explore locations, capture one or two outfit changes if desired, and create diverse imagery without feeling rushed. This duration balances comprehensive coverage with maintaining high energy and genuine expressions throughout.
Engagement galleries typically deliver within 2-3 weeks after your session. This timeline allows careful image curation, professional editing (color correction, exposure adjustments, artistic enhancements), and quality control ensuring every photo meets our standards.
Each season offers unique advantages. Fall provides spectacular foliage and comfortable temperatures. Spring brings blooming gardens and fresh greenery. Summer offers maximum daylight and lush landscapes. Winter creates unique minimalist aesthetics. Choose based on your preferred aesthetic, weather tolerance, and timeline for needing photos.
The best location depends on your personal style and what feels authentic to your relationship. Consider places with personal meaning (where you met, got engaged), locations matching your aesthetic preferences (urban, natural, architectural), or versatile venues offering variety like Richmond Green. Your photographer can recommend specific locations based on your vision, season, and practical considerations.