Posts in Engagement
Rainy Engagement Photos in the Forest

Rainy day engagement photos are so dreamy and give you all the Pacific Northwest vibes. When Matt reached out to me about planning a surprise proposal for his partner Ty, I couldn’t be more excited to scheme up the ultimate plan for their big day! Keep reading to see how Matt proposed to Ty and of course these must-see rainy engagement photos to help you envision what a rainy engagement could look like!

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Sunset Engagement Photos at Mt Rainier

If you want to capture the spirit and beauty of the Pacific Northwest, there’s really no better choice than shooting your sunset engagement photos at Mt Rainier. With pretty much everything that makes the PNW so incredible- views of Mt Rainier, fields bursting with different colored wildflowers, and some of the best weather I’ve seen at Rainier, we really could not have asked for a better engagement session. Keep scrolling for the best time to take sunset engagement photos at Mt Rainier, three things to keep in mind, and more. You’ll even learn about one of my favorite wildflowers of all time… the wild Dr. Seuss truffula flower (the official unofficial species name)!

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Ruby Beach Engagement Photos

Sea stacks, driftwood and tidepools to explore, dreamy pink sunsets, and mild temps year-round — you can’t go wrong choosing Ruby Beach for your engagement photos. In this blog post, I’m sharing everything you need to know to plan your own Ruby Beach Engagement. From where to stay or camp, what to pack, to when to visit, this blog will have you ready to book your epic surprise proposal at Ruby Beach on the Olympic Coast.

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High Desert Photo Shoot in Albuquerque, New Mexico

From the golden rays of the sunset to the dramatic high desert landscape, this blog will have you ready to plan your own adventure in the high desert of Albuquerque, New Mexico. I’m sharing all the things you need to know to adventure in Albuquerque, including the best places to stay, my list of the top hikes in Albuquerque and my secret to perfecting your cuisine experience in New Mexico.

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Mountaintop Surprise Proposal at Gold Creek Pond

I’m a sucker for a sweet surprise proposal! After months of working on the details to pull this surprise proposal off at Gold Creek Pond, there’s just nothing sweeter than seeing that ring on her finger and hearing her say, “Yes!” So, get comfortable, because I’m about to tell you everything you need to know about pulling off a surprise proposal.

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Maui Engagement Photos: Haleakala Sunrise to Beach Sunset

From Haleakala sunrise to pizza on the beach by sunset, this Maui engagement photographer had the most epic adventure alongside these two lovebirds. Read this blog to find out why Hawaii means so much to this amazing couple, and learn all of my Maui adventure secrets, like where to stay on Maui, the best beaches for your Maui engagement photos, and more!

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Yosemite Engagement Photos: El Cap to Half Dome

Have you ever adventured in this iconic American national park? Fun fact, Yosemite National Park is where I fell in love with the West! Read this blog post about these Yosemite engagement photos learn all about my favorite hikes, how to get to Yosemite and the best places to stay near this fan favorite national park.

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Snoqualmie Pass Engagement Photos at Franklin Falls

After becoming big fans of this couple over pizza in the city, we headed to Snoqualmie Pass for their engagement photos. It’s engagement photos like these that leave me feeling really grateful for my job as an adventure elopement photographer. Are you engaged and looking for an adventure in Snoqualmie Pass? Keep reading to find out the best locations in Snoqualmie Pass for your engagement photos!

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North Cascades Engagement Photos

Did you know the North Cascades are the least-visited national park is located in Washington? That has to be a typo, right? I was shocked when I found that out, too! But, this fun fact makes the North Cascades the perfect location for secluded engagement photos like these. Read this post to see more stunning engagement photos in the North Cascades.

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Deception Pass Engagement Photos

A well-known Washington state park delivers stunning sunsets and a phenomenal tidal current that will have you questioning your eyesight. This incredible engagement photo shoot at Deception Pass began with tacos in the parking lot and ended with sunset photos on a private beach. This adventurous engagement session reminded me why I love location scouting and doing everything I can as a photographer to make my clients’ experience one that is worth putting their photos in frames.

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Diablo Lake Engagement Session- North Cascades National Park

An engagement session that took place at Diablo Lake in North Cascades National Park (the least visited national park in the United States!). From a lake at the base of Diablo Lake to an epic overlook, this engagement session will have you planning your own trip to the North Cascades.

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Big Four Autumn Adventure Session

The Big Four Ice Caves is a classic and popular spot off of the mountain loop highway to go hiking. Just 90 minutes from Seattle, one will find themselves surrounded by snow capped mountains and the breathtaking fall colors that sweep the mountainside.

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Mt Rainier Engagement Photos

Two out-of-towners made their way to the PNW for engagement photos at Mount Rainier. We hiked throughout the trails and raced against the sun to capture all the moments we could in front of Mt Rainier. My couple was so full of joy and the gal was a total boss hiking through the forest in a dress. This blog is covering everything you need to know for your own engagement photos at Mt Rainier. Who’s ready to adventure?

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Gold Creek Pond Engagement Session

Two Washington-natives experience the beauty of a still, glass-like pond surrounded by mountains tucked away just minutes off of Interstate 90. This spot is one of my favorites as the self-proclaimed outdoor-mountain-nerd that I am! Gold Creek Pond was once filled with rubble because of the Interstate 90 construction, but is now a spot for any and all to view the picturesque scene of mountain peaks reflecting off of the still water. Because of the conservation work of multiple agencies, Cold Creek Pond was designed as one of Washington’s ADA-accessible trails and truly offers breathtaking views just seconds from the parking lot.This Cold Creek Pond engagement session was filled with dance moves, laugher and a water fight to end the night as the sun set.

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Rattlesnake Lake and Franklin Falls Engagement Session

A couple who met through Instagram when he slid into her direct messages embraced a day filled with classic Pacific Northwest weather for their Rattlesnake Lake and Franklin Falls engagement session. The day included moments of downfall rain, gusts of wind and little pockets of sunshine. This couple took whatever Mother Nature threw their way their own, and we captured some pretty epic photos along the way. Their outfits really complimented the landscape, and the texture of her dress gave the photos a lot of natural movement that wouldn’t have happened with a heavier material. Throughout their adventure engagement shoot, Rattlesnake Lake and Franklin Falls served as two incredible backdrops for these two stunners. This was one of my favorite shoots to utilize water as an opportunity to add drama and depth to these misty and moody Pacific Northwest engagement photos.

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