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Engagement Season Is Here: A Romantic Garden Engagement Session

The holidays have come and gone, the champagne has been popped 🍾, and rings are officially on fingers ✨💍 Which means one thing! Engagement season is here!


This time of year is always one of my favorites. There’s something incredibly special about photographing couples in that sweet in-between season: freshly engaged, full of excitement, and just beginning to dream about what their wedding day will look like.


This garden engagement session was the perfect reflection of that season of life. Romantic, timeless, and effortlessly elegant.


A couple sitting in between pillars with a greenery landscape

A Timeless Garden Setting for a Refined Engagement Session


Set against lush greenery, blooming florals, and architectural garden features, this session felt like something straight out of a European estate. The soft pathways, sculptural arches, and classic gazebo created a setting that felt elevated yet intimate. Making it ideal for couples drawn to luxury venues, refined design, and editorial-inspired imagery.


These are the types of locations I often recommend to my couples who envision their wedding day taking place at:

  • Estate venues

  • Historic mansions

  • Private gardens

  • Luxury resorts or country clubs

The goal is always the same: imagery that feels timeless today and iconic decades from now.


A couple walks hand-in-hand in a lush garden with green hedges and white benches, surrounded by colorful shrubs under a sunny sky.

Effortless Style That Never Goes Out of Fashion


One of the things I loved most about this session was how beautifully the couple’s wardrobe complemented the environment.


Soft neutrals, airy textures, and classic silhouettes allowed the focus on their connection. A flowing white dress paired with light blue and neutral tones created a look that felt refined, romantic, and perfectly suited for a high-end engagement gallery.


For couples planning luxury weddings, I always encourage outfits that:

  • Photograph beautifully in natural light

  • Feel elevated without being trendy

  • Coordinate with your venue’s architecture and landscape


This approach ensures your engagement photos feel cohesive with the overall aesthetic of your wedding experience.


A couple walking in a garden landscape

Why Engagement Sessions Matter (Especially for Luxury Weddings)


An engagement session is about so much more than photos for save-the-dates!


It’s an opportunity to:

  • Become comfortable in front of the camera

  • Experience my guided, relaxed approach to posing

  • Create imagery that reflects your story and style

  • Set the visual tone for your wedding journey


For couples planning high-end weddings, engagement sessions often become the foundation of their entire design. From stationery to wedding websites to editorial features.


A couple leans in for a kiss by a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery. The woman wears a white dress, with sunlight creating a romantic mood.

Planning Ahead: Booking 2027 Weddings


If you’re newly engaged or planning to get engaged soon, now is the time to start thinking ahead, especially if your heart is set on a luxury venue or a peak wedding season date.


We are currently booking a limited number of 2027 weddings, with a focus on couples who value:

  • Timeless, romantic imagery

  • Elevated venues and thoughtful design

  • A photography experience that feels calm, intentional, and personal


Engagement season is the beginning of your wedding story and I would love to help you tell it beautifully from the very first chapter.


A couple twirling under a canopy of wisteria blooms

Inquire for Your Engagement Session or Wedding Date


If you’re recently engaged or planning ahead for 2027, I’d love to connect with you! Engagement sessions are available year-round and are especially perfect this time of year as proposals continue into the coming months.


📍 Serving couples who value refined, emotional, and timeless wedding photography

📅 Now booking select 2027 wedding dates


A couple sitting on a fountain ledge holding hands with the sun coming through the trees behind them.

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