Are splash pads good for engagement shoots?

Engagement shoots at splash pads work best when the couple is game for getting wet. Stylists usually recommend bright summer outfits in a coordinated palette — denim, white linen, primary colors — that look good wet and dry. Shoot at sunrise or right when the pad turns on (often 8 or 9 a.m.) to avoid kids and crowds. Most cities require a commercial permit if a paid photographer is shooting on public park grounds; fees range $50-$300. Bring two outfits, lots of towels, a portable changing tent, and a dry bag for the ring. Tell your photographer to capture both candid laughter and quieter held-hands moments. Skip ring close-ups directly under jets — water spots are hard to retouch.