Ontario Adventure Sessions » Adventure Photographer

“Adventure Session” is a term that is popping up more often, as more couples are looking for photographs that show both their love of the outdoors and their love for each other. From the beginning, all of jals photography’s photo sessions have had an element of adventure, so you might be wondering, “What’s the difference between an adventure session and a local engagement session?” Read all about it here!

Adventure Session – Ontario (and Beyond!)

jals photography is one of the very first photographers to offer Ontario adventure sessions. Simply put, an adventure session is time together in nature enjoying each others company and the gorgeous scenery (or it could be an “urban adventure”, too!). Adventure sessions take place at any location of your choosing – no boundaries! Couples choose a place that they always wanted to visit, a favourite vacation spot, a meaningful location away from home, or somewhere that is a fun car trip away. When you think of an adventure session, think epic! There are no limits to where we go or what we do.

Adventure sessions are 2 hours (or more) in length and we spend our time exploring together. Once I know the feel of your ideal adventure session (for example, an adventure session in the fall in the Muskokas, or a hike to a secret waterfall in Iceland), I give you a list of dream locations we could go, along with sample photos, hike length and perfect time of day.

Although many great adventures include hiking, they don’t need to have hikes! I can offer you suggestions for beautiful locations that fit the level of activity that best fits you and your partner – that includes backpacking to or a quick roadside stop! For example, if planning an adventure session in Banff, your list could have a hike up Sulphur Mountain or a quick road stop by the Three Sisters.

After we choose a rad location for your adventure session, I work with you to select the perfect outfit choice and give you practical outdoor advice. Another great element of adventure sessions is that they can occur before or after the wedding. Anniversaries, proposals and special occasions are also a great starting point for planning an adventure session with your partner.

Local Engagement Sessions

Local engagement sessions with jals photography are traditional engagement photographs, with a twist. These one-hour sessions are a chance for you to really enjoy yourselves in the midst of the busy wedding planning period. Local engagement sessions are included complimentary with many jals photography wedding packages because I truly believe in the value of having professional photographs taken before your wedding day. This helps ease nerves and helps me learn more about you as a couple before your wedding day.

Not only do I get to know you while you get awesome photographs, but I also get to see what direction best suits you as a couple and work through the most flattering ways to photograph you and your partner. This also helps me become more of a fly on the wall throughout your wedding because you are comfortable with having me follow you around with a camera in hand!

What comes with the session?

Both adventure sessions and local engagement sessions come with unlimited correspondence, assistance with outfit selection, location advice/suggestions, travel to and from your session, my time behind the camera, professional editing and an online gallery and print shop.

Within a week after your session, you receive a sneak peek of approximately 5 photographs that you can share with family and friends. I will be working away on your collection and your online gallery is ready approximately 4 weeks after your session date.

Once you receive your online gallery, you and your partner (and family, if you wish!) are able to select your favourite photographs to purchase a la carte or as part of a package. Some clients like to stick with digital, and others take advantage of the heirloom prints and albums that I offer. There is no minimum order and I help you narrow down your selection to best fit your needs.

How do I choose?

I am so proud and happy to offer both types of sessions to meet the needs of my adventurous couples! I truly love taking photographs of couples, and it is important to me that your session is relaxed and filled with adventure to capture you as a couple.

If you are having trouble deciding between an adventure session or a local engagement session, I recommend considering the following factors:

• Is your desired location outside of the 40 km range from Toronto or Belleville? Adventure Session!
• Looking for a reason to visit the beautiful Belleville area? Local Engagement Session!
• Would there be a hike longer than 2 km? Adventure Session!
• On a time crunch before the wedding? Local Engagement Session!
• Always wanted to get photographs in the Rockies, Pacific Coast, East Coast, Iceland, etc.? Adventure Session!
• Don’t feel particularly strongly but are going along with it because it’s included with your package? Local Engagement Session!
• Want a reason to dress up in your wedding clothes again somewhere epic? Adventure Session!
• Want to include your pet or children? Either one! Just be aware of the type of activity we would be doing and if it is suitable for them 🙂

If your wedding package includes the local engagement session, and you would like to take advantage of the unique adventure sessions that I offer, please let me know! We can plan your dream session for a discounted surcharge to cover the additional time and travel beyond the complimentary engagement session.

Please contact me to let me know how I can help you select the best option for you and your partner!