Engagement Photographer in New Jersey
Your engagement session is your chance to relax in front of the camera, celebrate this season of your life, and get to know your photographer before the wedding day. Hector Rivera Photography creates natural, true-to-life engagement photos throughout New Jersey and New York, from our home base in Passaic, NJ.
Relaxed, Natural, Truly You
No stiff poses. We guide you just enough to look your best, then let your real connection show.
Plan
We help you choose a location, time of day, and outfits that fit your style — city, park, or somewhere meaningful to you.
Shoot
Your 1–2 hour session moves at an easy pace, with gentle prompts and movement so your photos feel natural and authentic.
Receive
Your professionally edited images arrive in an online gallery, ready to share, download, and print — perfect for save-the-dates.
Engagement Session Pricing
Engagement Session
- 1–2 hour session
- Location planning help
- Professionally edited images
- Online gallery for sharing and downloading
- Full ownership, no watermarks
Included Free With Your Wedding
Book one of these wedding packages and your engagement session is included:
- Photography & Engagement Session — $4,500
- Complete Photography — $5,500
- Signature Photo & Video — $6,500
Tips for a Great Session
Pick colors that complement each other instead of identical outfits.
One casual and one dressy outfit gives your gallery more variety.
The hour before sunset gives soft, warm, flattering light.
A favorite spot, your dog, or a meaningful prop makes photos truly yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can we have our engagement session?
Anywhere in New Jersey or New York — parks, city streets, waterfronts, or a place that means something to you. Local favorites include Third Ward Park in Passaic. We'll help you choose.
How long does the session last?
Most sessions last 1 to 2 hours, which gives us time for a relaxed pace and a variety of photos.
We're not comfortable in front of the camera. Is that okay?
Absolutely. Most couples feel that way at first. We give gentle guidance and movement prompts so you never feel stiff or overly posed.
Can we use the photos for save-the-dates?
Yes. You receive full ownership of your images with no watermarks, ready for save-the-dates, invitations, and prints.
Book Your Engagement Session
Tell us your date and favorite location ideas, and we'll reply with availability.
Contact Us Call (973) 997-7960