Seattle Engagement Photography

Capturing the Memories You Will Live With for Decades

Seattle engagement sessions are a chance to slow down, spend time together, and create photographs that feel like your relationship rather than a performance for the camera. I approach engagement photography with a documentary-first style, giving you enough direction to feel comfortable while leaving space for the real expressions, movement, and in-between moments that make the images feel personal. Whether you want the city, the mountains, the water, or somewhere meaningful to the two of you, I’ll help you choose a location and plan the session around the light, season, and overall feeling you want.

Because No Two Stories Are The Same

When your engagement session is designed around who you are, it feels relaxed and natural — free from the awkward "what do we do with our hands" energy.

We hang out for a bit. I give gentle direction.
You forget the camera is there.

The result is photos that feel like you, not like a Pinterest board you tried to recreate.

The Best Seattle Engagement Locations

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Why an Engagement Session Matters (Even If You Hate Being Photographed)

It's your warm-up before the wedding. Most couples have never been professionally photographed together. This is where you learn what feels natural — without the pressure of your wedding day timeline.

It's a gallery you'll actually use. Save-the-dates, your wedding website, holiday cards, the wall behind your couch.

It's a date night. I'm serious. Couples spend the whole session laughing, holding each other, and being affectionate. It's the best date night you'll have all year.

It builds trust between us. By your wedding day, the camera feels familiar. Being present in your day comes naturally because we already know each other.

The Snapshot — $800

For the couple who wants to show up, be themselves, and walk away with photos they'll never stop looking at.
  • 60 minutes of shooting time
  • Access to my personally scouted location list
  • 100+ fully edited, high-resolution images delivered via private digital gallery
  • Print and personal usage rights included

The Story — $1200

For the couple who wants to go all in — more time, more intention, more photos to fight over which one to frame.


  • 90 minutes of shooting time
  • Full concept planning session to build a shoot that actually feels like you
  • Personally scouted location list tailored to your vision
  • 150+ fully edited, high-resolution images delivered via private digital gallery
  • Print and personal usage rights included

What to Expect From Booking to Delivery

Step 1: Inquire. Send me a quick note about you and what you're imagining.

Step 2: We talk. A casual call or email chat to discuss your vision, your timeline, and what's possible.

Step 3: Book. Sign the contract, send the retainer, and lock in your date.

Step 4: Plan. I'll send a planning guide with everything you need — outfit ideas, location suggestions, and what to bring.

Step 5: Show up. We meet, we shoot, we have fun. You leave having had more fun than you expected.

Step 6: Receive your gallery. Your edited photos arrive within 4 weeks — ready to share, print, and love.

Where Your Engagement Session Could Happen

Seattle is spoiled for engagement session locations — coastal, urban, alpine, garden, beach, forest, downtown rooftops, you name it. I'll suggest the right spot based on your vibe and the season. Here are a few favorites:
  • Discovery Park — bluffs, beach, lighthouse, forest
  • Carkeek Park — Puget Sound views, driftwood beach
  • Volunteer Park — polished gardens, conservatory
  • Mount Rainier — for couples who want a real mountain backdrop
  • Gas Works Park — Seattle skyline, industrial-chic
  • Your favorite neighborhood, coffee shop, or hiking trail.
For the full breakdown, see my best Seattle engagement session locations guide.

My Approach

The most meaningful photographs come from a sense of comfort and trust. Let's choose a setting that reflects you and approach the session with intention.

This lets the experience feel easy while the images stay deeply personal.

By the wedding day, the camera will feel familiar — and being fully present while it's around will come naturally.

Ready to Book Your Seattle Engagement Session?

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If you're imagining a relaxed, vibey, completely-feels-like-you engagement session — let's talk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should we wear?

Earthy tones, layers, things you actually feel good in. Skip neon and giant logos. I send a full outfit guide once you book — and you can also see my complete what-to-wear guide here.

Can we do multiple locations?

Yes — especially with The Adventure collection. We can do an urban + nature combo, or any other mix that fits your vision.

What if it rains?

We embrace it. Some of my favorite Seattle engagement photos have happened in the rain. (But if it's truly unsafe, we reschedule.)

How long until I get my photos?

Within 2-4 weeks of your session. Each image is individually edited.

Do you travel outside Seattle?

Yes. Mount Rainier, the San Juans, the coast — anywhere in the PNW. Travel beyond a 2-hour radius may include a small travel fee.

Can we bring our dog?

Please. Dogs make the photos better, full stop.

How far in advance should I book?

4-6 months out is ideal, especially if you want a peak summer date.

When during our engagement should we shoot?

Most couples book 8-10 months before the wedding so the photos arrive in time for save-the-dates.