Sarah & Michael's Downtown Engagement Session

An Urban Love Story

Sarah and Michael wanted engagement photos that reflected their love for city life and the downtown area where they had their first date. We explored the historic district, finding beautiful brick walls, cobblestone streets, and hidden architectural gems.

Location Highlights

Where We Photographed:

• Historic brick alleyways with beautiful texture and warm tones
• Downtown coffee shop where they had their first date (we got permission!)
• Cobblestone streets in the old market district
• Modern architecture providing sleek, contemporary backgrounds
• Rooftop parking garage for dramatic skyline views
• Pearl Street crosswalk for playful, candid moments
• Vintage storefront with character and charm
• City park for softer, greenery-filled portraits

Session Details

How We Made It Special:

• 2-hour session allowing time to explore multiple locations
• Wardrobe changes - casual first, then dressed up
• Mix of candid and posed photos for variety
• Golden hour timing for that magical soft light
• Movement and interaction keeping photos natural and fun
• Urban props - they brought coffee cups and vintage books

The Perfect Light

We timed the session to end at golden hour, when the setting sun bathed the brick buildings in warm, glowing light. This created those dreamy, romantic images that engagement photos are known for.

Behind the Scenes

Sarah was initially nervous about being photographed, so we started at the coffee shop where they felt comfortable. Once they relaxed and focused on each other rather than the camera, the magic happened naturally. My favorite shots are them laughing together in the alleyway.

Favorite Moments

• Michael dipping Sarah on the cobblestone street
• Sitting together on vintage steps, looking at each other
• Walking hand-in-hand down the brick alley (shot from behind)
• Sarah laughing as Michael whispered something in her ear
• Rooftop sunset silhouettes against the city skyline

What They Received

• 75 edited images in their private online gallery
• Mix of color and black & white edits
• Full printing rights for save-the-dates and prints
• Sneak peeks within 48 hours to share on social media
• Full gallery delivery within 2 weeks

Client Words

“We were nervous about engagement photos but you made it so fun and easy! We love our photos and get compliments constantly. They perfectly capture our relationship and love for the city. We can’t wait for you to photograph our wedding!” — Sarah & Michael

The Result

Sarah and Michael used their engagement photos for save-the-date cards, a guest book for their wedding, and they framed several for their home. The urban aesthetic perfectly matched their style and gave them variety they wouldn’t have gotten in a single location.

Planning your engagement session? Let’s chat about creating photos that tell your unique love story!