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Unlike the other replies thus far, we pick the location, UNLESS the couple have a meaningful place to them. We ask if they have a special place that means something to both of them as a couple. Many times *our clients* don't have such a place so we make suggestions. The reason we make suggestions is that sometimes clients don't really understand practical locations; especially this day and age when many more public locations require a fee and/or at least a permit to shoot. We have one location near us that several clients want their shoot but don't know there is an extremely expensive fee to do so.
Also, we feel that most parks and ponds pretty much look the same (as a backdrop), therefore we try to make it a little more convenient for us in terms of travel. A cityscape is a bit different and can be more personal. We understand that some photographers are willing to travel all over creation, but if we can minimize travel on our end, we do. Again, unless the clients have a special place to them...we obviously will be there.
The main question we ask is about their personalities more so than just choosing a location. Some couples want privacy (eg a park), some want people around (eg downtown locations). Some want both so we go to a location that allows for both types of settings....or at least within quick driving distance.
Also, there is no "process" as you put it. Find out what works best for your business/self. Don't follow the trail of the masses. Your ideas may be better than most others.
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