June 7 2013

How to Have a Paris Engagement Session that Matters

Written by : Cengiz

… embrasse-moi, baise-moi, serre-moi, Haleine contre haleine, échauffe-moi la vie, Mille et mille baisers donne-moi je te prie, Amour veut tout sans nombre, amour n’a point de loi. ~ Maîtresse, embrasse-moi, baise-moi, serre -moi by Pierre de Ronsard WHAT IS AN ENGAGEMENT PHOTO SESSION AND WHAT IS IT NOT? An engagement photo session means different things to different people: of course, there’s the classic engagement moment that occurs when a gentleman descends on one knee to surprise his lady with a breathtaking diamond ring. Today, however, in the Western World, the term engagement session is routinely used to describe a 2-3 hour photography shoot featuring an already engaged couple at a location of special significance … Read More

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February 9 2013

Epic Colorado Wedding at the The Arrabelle in Vail

Written by : Cengiz

“There wouldn’t be a sky full of stars if we were all meant to wish on the same one.” ~ Frances Clark Grace and Michael in Vail Colorado from Cabana Pictures on Vimeo. Special thank you to our supremely talented friends from Cabana Pictures for sharing this magical piece of cinematography with us. Q: Tell us why you elected to do a destination wedding. In particular, help us understand why you chose Vail, Colorado. For traditional families like ours, marrying away from home personifies eloping. However, our dream was to celebrate an intimate affair that would be at once classic … Read More

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November 9 2012

7 Essential Tips You Should Know Before Your Engagement Session

Written by : Kelly

Andrew and I dedicated time and love into preparing for our super-fun engagement photo shoot–preparation that in retrospect helped make our session unforgettably beautiful. Here are a few priceless secrets that will hopefully allow you to achieve a similar experience with lovely pictures that reflect the magic of your relationship! #1: INSPIRATION CAN COME FROM ANYWHERE Look at as many engagement pictures as you can–I seriously combed through hundreds–to come up with fun, creative ideas. Consider the photos of your photographer as well as those of other artists from around the web. This should prove valuable when it comes to … Read More

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October 22 2012

A Remarkable Engagement Session that Takes Us from New York to Rio with Juliana and Julien (Part 1 of 3)

Written by : Cengiz

IT STARTED WITH AN ENGAGEMENT ADVENTURE THROUGH THE CITY THAT NEVER SLEEPS There’s always something new happening in the Big Apple and that’s one reason we were so excited to find out that Juliana and Julien would fly in from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to have us document their touching love story. The City That Never Sleeps represents special symbolic meaning for our couple considering that it was technically the birthplace of their “official” love. Like in a well-scripted romantic novel, Julien chose a snowy Christmas Eve (2010) to warm his loved one’s heart with the most wonderful present, as … Read More

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October 11 2012

10 Essential Tips for the Bride — Tip 2: Why A Reveal Can Make Your Big Day Even More Special

Written by : Cengiz

The Reveal or so-called First-Look {at each other} between two people in advance of their wedding ceremony is an increasingly popular practice these days regardless of religious affiliation, cultural heritage, or sexual orientation. Yet, the First-Look is still a commonly misunderstood aspect of a modern wedding day–by the bride, by her family, by her planner, and even by her photographer. The Reveal’s primary motivation should be to enhance your overall wedding day experience. The First-Look must not be considered as an alternative to the “walking-down-the-aisle” tradition, but rather as a beautiful complement. It is true that there’s only one time on the … Read More

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September 29 2012

New York City Engagement Photography: 7 Important Questions Answered by the Bride for the Bride

Written by : Nicole

ADAGION STUDIO: WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO DO AN ENGAGEMENT ADVENTURE? NICOLE: We decided to do an engagement session for at least four reasons. First, we considered it a wonderful opportunity to get to know our photographer, which is likely to make the atmosphere more enjoyable and pleasant on our Big Day; by the same token, the comfort we developed with Cengiz should also enhance the intimacy that Matei and I will share during the course of our wedding celebration. Second, we wanted fun photos of us as a couple celebrating the beauty of our relationship against the backdrop of the City … Read More

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July 9 2012

6 Ways to Ace your New York City Engagement Photos

Written by : Caroline

As soon as I became engaged this past October, my first big decision was to book the photographer. Having dabbled with photography as a passionate hobby for many years, I was particularly interested in making sure that we hire an artist whose style resonates with mine and who can capture the energy of the City I call home the way I experience it every day. I remember how excited Greg and I were to book Cengiz from Adagion Studio for both our wedding and engagement photos. Today–and having just completed our New York City engagement shoot–we are absolutely thrilled with … Read More

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April 7 2012

Unlocking the Secrets of Engagement Styling with Merci New York’s Jacqueline Weppner

Written by : Cengiz

Q: What does style mean to you? To me, styling is telling a story. It’s the art of mixing visual mediums in a perfect way to communicate one’s personal aesthetic, and, more importantly, to evoke emotion. A person with great style recognizes the energy her style exudes and revels in the fact that she can be understood–at a glance–but without speaking a word. To me, style is the visual language of beautiful things, creatively combined to share a vision. Q: For whom is professional engagement (session) styling? Professional engagement session styling is for the couple who wants to make its photo shoot … Read More

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April 4 2012

Take her Breath Away with your Marriage Proposal — Interview with Sarah Pease from Brilliant Event Planning

Written by : Nicole

Q: FOR WHOM IS PROFESSIONAL MARRIAGE PROPOSAL PLANNING? Marriage proposal planning is for anyone who would like their engagement story to be personal and unique! Most of my clients realize that this is, hopefully, a once-in-a-lifetime experience and it’s my job to translate their proposal dreams into reality. Q: PLEASE DISCUSS SOME OF THE LESS OBVIOUS BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A PROFESSIONAL PROPOSAL PLANNER. Many of my clients find that hiring a professional can relieve stress by having someone who is experienced and passionate “in” on the proposal with them. They love having an expert by their side to bounce … Read More

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April 3 2012

How to Create Streaks of Light in Your Photo by Racking the Lens

Written by : Cengiz

PHOTO RECIPE: Manual Mode — Manual Focus — Canon 5D Mk II — Canon 24-105mm — ISO 100 — F / 20 — 30.0 sec — Tripod — Timer Release. CAMERA SUPPORT: using a sturdy tripod or some form of camera support for phenomenal long exposure photos at night or in dimly lit environments is almost essential. It’s also a good idea to get a sufficiently strong tripod head to carry the weight of your camera equipment. I prefer to keep my tripod’s center column down to reduce the potential negative impact from ground vibrations and wind. I used my tripod … Read More

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