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Charming Engagement Photoshoot in Clayton, NY

I recently had the absolute pleasure of capturing an engagement shoot for the sweetest couple in Clayton, NY, and at Thousand Island Park. From the moment we met, I knew this session was going to be incredibly special. The couple came prepared with a delightful collection of keepsakes that added a personal touch to the shoot – everything from shimmering jewelry and a cozy knit blanket to a bottle of champagne provided by a close family member. These thoughtful details made each shot uniquely theirs.

Engagement Shoot in Clayton, NY

Congratulations on your engagement! This exciting milestone is the beginning of a beautiful wedding journey, and what better way to celebrate than with a memorable engagement photo session? Engagement photos capture the joy and anticipation of this special time, providing you with beautiful keepsakes to cherish forever. In this post, we’ll guide newly engaged couples and wedding planners on making the most of an engagement photo session.

rainy upstate ny photoshoot, ny photographer

Rainy days can be just as beautiful as sunny days for a photo shoot. In fact, they offer unique opportunities to capture stunning and moody photos. Don’t cancel your session just because it’s raining! Embrace the rain and use it to your advantage.

why less people at your wedding is better

I’m sure you’ve heard that micro weddings and elopements are a big thing right now. You might think that this is just a trend and that we’ll soon return to extravagant weddings with 200+ guests, but honestly I think smaller weddings are here to stay. I’m here to tell you why they have become so […]

Upstate NY Engagement Shoot

This New York Engagement session with Tatiana and Luke was so much fun. We spent most of the time running through the field, dancing around, and of course, laughing. I used some of my favorite posing prompts for couples, like “the spin around,” ” the light jog,” and “the slingshot.” Tatiana and Luke were so […]

San Diego Engagement Photoshoot

With a beautiful couple and a venue like Balboa Park, it’s hard not to fall in love in love with this San Diego engagement session. We had so much fun I feel like that definitely translates in the pictures. There was so much laughter which made for the best photos! You can really see how […]

Now, I’m not going to go ahead and declare the west coast is the best coast, but I will say that California has a million different options for elopement destinations, engagement photos, and couples sessions. If you’re looking for a city to capture your love story in, San Diego has so many different locales that […]