The Complete Couple Experience
Courtney Larson, Valerie Eidson, Marley Clark, Darcy Graf
Step inside the world of four photographers as they share how they capture real connection, guide genuine moments, and turn images into timeless art.
Learn from four photographers as they share how to connect with clients, capture authentic emotion, and transform images from first contact to final edit—covering everything from guiding camera-shy couples to creating golden-hour magic in post.
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what makes it different
This course blends practical client communication strategies, behind-the-scenes session techniques, and post-production artistry. You’ll walk away with actionable tools—like Darcy’s methods for building trust and leading with confident, intentional energy, Courtney’s PDF of top prompts, Marley’s organic engagement techniques, and Valerie’s full editing workflow—equipping you to create emotive, polished, and truly authentic images from first contact to final delivery.
COURSE TYPE
SELF PACED
SKILL TYPE
editing, posing, creativity, light, storytelling, shooting
PREREQUISITES
NONE
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what you'll get
Crafting Timeless Wedding Edits
Valeire Eidson takes you behind the screen for a full wedding edit. Starting with macro adjustments and color grading in Lightroom, then moving into Photoshop, she demonstrates how to transform images with her signature style—including creating a warm golden hour glow, even when the photos weren’t captured at that time of day.
Mastering Emotional Photography
Courtney shares her approach to capturing authentic and emotional moments during couple sessions, whether it's for engagements or weddings. She discuss the importance of prepping clients ahead of time, using prompts to elicit genuine reactions, and emphasizing the significance of touch in creating connection in photos. She also provides a PDF with her top prompts, designed to help you get your clients interacting naturally. Her goal is to ensure that the photos reflect who the couple truly is, rather than a staged version of them.
The Art of Engagement: Creating Connection in Couples Photography
Step behind the scenes with Marley during a real couple’s session as she demonstrates her organic approach to engagement. Marley reveals how ideal clients aren’t always the most photogenic or comfortable in front of the camera—and how it’s her role to guide them there. You’ll learn how she connects authentically, eases nerves, and captures natural, emotive images that truly reflect the couple.
Making People Feel
Join Darcy as she guides you through the art of client connection—from the first contact and discovery calls to setting the tone, owning the energy, and reframing challenges with confidence. You’ll learn how to create not just beautiful couple sessions, but unforgettable experiences that leave clients feeling seen, comfortable, and deeply connected.
"Our goal is to show you how to guide couples with ease, capture their authentic connection, and bring it all together through powerful editing"
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Over 2 hours of video content
Over two hours of in-depth video, this course takes you from client prep and in-session guidance to final image editing. Watch as Marley demonstrates authentic engagement techniques, hands-on direction for camera-shy couples, and Valerie provides step-by-step editing workflows that bring your images to life. Filled with actionable tips, real-world examples, and downloadable resources, these videos provide a comprehensive roadmap to capturing and creating emotive, professional-quality photography.
Behind-the-Scenes Access
Watch a real session unfold as Marley reveals her techniques for guiding couples and capturing authentic emotion.
Bonus PDF Materials
Included are downloadable resources to enhance your learning, including top prompts to elicit genuine reactions from clients, step-by-step guides, and tips for guiding couples and refining your editing workflow. These PDFs give you practical tools you can reference and apply directly in your own sessions and post-production.
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by the end of this course,
you’ll have the tools to confidently guide couples, capture genuine emotion, and elevate your images with a polished, professional edit.
meet your instructors
Courtney Larson, Valerie Eidson, Marley Clark, Darcy Graf
Courtney Larson - Courtney Larson is a documentary wedding and portrait photographer, educator, and creative director with over a decade of experience capturing authentic stories through bold, emotive imagery. She is the founder of Inloveness Photography and serves as Director of Click Pro, where she guides photographers in elevating their craft and storytelling. Courtney also teaches courses through Click Photo School, including Rule Breaker and Visual Rhetoric, where she challenges photographers to push past convention, embrace narrative risk, and find their distinct artistic voice. Beyond photography, she is a designer and writer, weaving her passion for story into every creative endeavor.
Valerie Eidson - Valerie Eidson is a portrait photographer based in Asheville, NC, specializing in family and senior photography, with a deep passion for creating art through her photographs. Since beginning her portrait photography journey in 2016, she has earned numerous accolades and loves sharing her knowledge with others. Valerie is known for her artistic vision, technical skill, and dedication to community within the photography industry.
Marley Clark - Marley Clark is a family and wedding photographer working in the plains of the prairies in Alberta Canada. She believes that the experience of creating art (and just about whatever you do) should change and inspire you as much as the end result. She is a lover of the human condition first and a photographer second.
Darcy Graf - Darcy Graf is a destination wedding photographer based in Miami. Inspired by light, movement and authentic connections, Darcy seeks to create images that make you feel. Her style of shooting is both cinematic and raw and seeks to authentically tell your love story while creating timeless art.
