Preparing for a relaxed and fun engagement session

Your engagement session is all about the two you — your connection, your vibe, your story. It’s a chance to slow down, soak it all in, and celebrate this season of your life without the schedules, expectations, and sometimes chaos of a wedding day. Let’s chat about how to prepare for your Colorado engagement session!

Whether you’re dreaming of mountain views, golden aspens, snowy forests, or desert landscapes, I’ll be right there with you to help every step of the way — from picking the perfect spot to making sure you feel 100% comfortable and confident in front of the camera.

Here’s everything you need to know to get ready (and excited!) for your engagement session:

Seasons + Weather: Picking Your Perfect Colorado Vibe

Colorado is magic in every season, but each brings a different feel:

• Spring (April–May): Blooming florals, vibrant green landscapes, and occasional moody skies. It can be unpredictable, but SO beautiful if you’re down for a little adventure. In many locations, occasional snow is still likely!
• Summer (June–August): Warm days, epic mountain access, and lush landscapes. Afternoon thunderstorms are common, so morning is your safest bet to avoid rain. However, with rain often come rainbows! Typically rain will come and go quickly in the mountains.
• Fall (September–October): Temperatures starting to cool, and chances for golden aspens start to rise.
• Winter (November–March): Snowy magic! Think cozy layers, mountain backdrops, and super romantic, intimate feels. Dress warm and be rewarded with epic snow covered landscapes!

Weather tip: Colorado weather can shift quickly — and honestly, that’s part of the fun. I’ll keep an eye on the forecast and help guide whether we shift timing or even embrace a little mist, snow, or clouds. Some of the most breathtaking moments happen when the weather isn’t “perfect”.

Outfit Tips: Keep It True to You

The best advice for picking outfits? Wear what feels like YOU.
This isn’t about dressing up in something uncomfortable or unfamiliar — it’s about feeling amazing and connected.

Some quick tips:

• Coordinate, don’t match. Think complementary colors or a vibe that makes you both feel cohesive without looking like twins.
• Textures photograph beautifully. Think cozy knits, linen, denim, leather jackets, velvet — it adds dimension!
• Consider the landscape. Earth tones look gorgeous in Colorado’s natural settings. Bright colors can pop against snow or neutral backdrops.
• Layer up if needed! Especially if we’re in the mountains, temps can drop fast. Cute jackets, scarves, and boots can add personality and keep you warm.
• Wear something that moves. Flowy skirts, loose shirts, long dresses — movement brings magic to photos.

Want to bring your own style into it? YES PLEASE. Rock that graphic tee, badass boots, vintage jacket, pride gear — whatever feels like your most authentic self.

Props + Personal Touches

Props aren’t required, but if you want to bring some things that tell your story, I’m all for it!
Ideas you might love:

• Your dog (!!!) or other fur babies
• A cozy blanket to snuggle in
• A picnic setup or favorite drinks
• Adventure gear if you love hiking, climbing, biking, etc.
• Instruments, books, skateboards, vintage cars — anything that feels like “you two”

Some props may not be allowed at certain location, lets always chat about it so we can make sure we follow the rules and find a location that works for you!

What to Expect During the Shoot

If you’re nervous about being in front of the camera — THATS NORMAL!
Almost everyone tells me before their session, “We’re awkward in photos.” And guess what? I feel you and I got you! It’s not about posing perfectly — it’s about having fun, being present with each other, and letting me guide you through easy, natural prompts that feel more like hanging out than anything else.

I’ll help you with:

• Gentle direction when you need it
• Tips for moving, connecting, and relaxing
• Little breaks if you need to reset
• Plenty of encouragement and hype because you’re gonna look AMAZING

There’s no “right” way to have an engagement session — just the way that feels right for you.

Celebrate Your Connection

Your engagement session is about more than just getting beautiful photos (though we’ll definitely get those too).

It’s a chance to celebrate who you are, right now, before the wedding day whirlwind begins.

It’s a chance to breathe, to connect, to laugh, and to make some memories.

Additionally, if you haven’t been professionally photographed before, it’ll give you a better idea of what to expect on your wedding day! We often hear this relieves a lot of stress about being photographed on your big day.

I can’t wait to plan with you!