I completely understand the stress that can come with planning an engagement session—choosing outfits, wondering what to do with your hands, and feeling that mix of excitement and nerves about being photographed. I’ve stood on your side of the camera, and I know exactly how it feels.

Here’s the good news: your engagement photos are going to be amazing—because you won’t be doing this alone. As your engagement photographer, my job is to help you feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourselves. There’s no need for awkward prompts like “laugh at each other” or “smile at the camera.” Instead, I guide you with natural movement and easy direction that brings out genuine connection and real emotion.

Your engagement session isn’t just about creating beautiful images—it’s about capturing a meaningful moment in your love story. Together, we’ll turn your session into a relaxed, unforgettable experience in a location that feels true to you.

To help you feel fully prepared, I’ve put together a few helpful tips for planning the perfect engagement session—so you can show up feeling excited, relaxed, and ready to enjoy every moment.

MAKE A DAY OUT OF IT

Relax, unwind, and make time for what you truly enjoy. There’s nothing worse than arriving at your session feeling stressed, rushed, and disconnected. If you can take the morning off, definitely do it—sleep in, enjoy breakfast together, and visit your favorite coffee shop or brewery before we meet. If taking the whole day off isn’t possible, make sure you set aside time before the shoot to simply be together. Reconnect, reminisce all the “firsts” you’ve spent together, and remember why you’re here!

DRESS LIKE YOURSELF

Wear something that makes you feel like you—confident, beautiful, and totally in your element. If you’re wondering about the best outfit choices, keeping it simple helps your photos feel more timeless (aka, skipping super bright patterns or big logos). Because I love to incorporate a lot of movement in our session to create that romantic and in-the-moment feel, maybe rethink that tight dresses. But at the end of the day? The best thing to wear is whatever makes you feel amazing. Seriously, don’t stress about it—your connection is what matters most!

LEAVE YOUR EXPECTATIONS IN THE CAR

I know photoshoots can come with a lot of expectations (been there myself!), but the best thing you can do is let them go the moment you step out of the car. Embrace whatever happens—the wind, the belly laughs, maybe even a little rain becuase there’s always a rainbow after the storm. Every session is its own adventure, and there’s no set script. This is about capturing you two exactly as you are in this season of your lives.

BRING A PROP

Oh, and champagne’s on me. Because celebrating this new chapter deserves a toast! If there’s something meaningful to your relationship—a favorite book, your furry family member, a go-to snack—bring it along! Those little details make your photos even more you and turn them into something truly one-of-a-kind.

PICK AN ENVIRONMENT THAT REFLECTS YOU

Speaking of one-of-a-kind… choosing a location in Montana is no easy feat. There is so much beauty in one state — from iconic landscapes with towering mountains and pristine lakes, to a mix of river views, rolling hills, and forests! What places hold meaning for you two? And if you don’t have a “spot” yet, think about what kind of landscape you’d love to see hanging on your walls and I’m sure we can find the perfect spot with the help of my location guide and reference to previous client galleries!

I can’t wait to meet you and adventure together while we capture your unique love story xx