Maddie and Grayson’s engagement session at Yates Mill was a perfect blend of love, laughter, and timeless beauty. Surrounded by the serene charm of this historic Raleigh spot, their connection shone through in every moment. From quiet glances to shared laughter, every frame captured the essence of their love story. If you’re dreaming of an engagement session that feels as natural and intimate as your relationship, I’d love to help make that happen!

Looking for the perfect spot for your engagement session near Raleigh? Whether you’re dreaming of lush gardens, urban backdrops, or serene outdoor landscapes, this blog highlights the best locations to capture your love story. From the stunning blooms at JC Raulston Arboretum to the charming historic vibes at Yates Mill, discover top spots around Raleigh and Durham that offer unique settings for timeless, romantic photos. Let’s find the ideal location that reflects your style and personality!

Duke Gardens in Durham is a magical spot for engagement sessions. With its stunning variety of landscapes, from tranquil ponds and lush flower beds to elegant pathways and historic structures, it offers the perfect backdrop for capturing the love and excitement of an engaged couple and I recently had the pleasure of photographing an engagement session there for Maria and Kent!

I absolutely love shooting at the North Carolina Art Museum. It has the perfect mix of nature and abstract spots for sessions and is one of my favorite places to have sessions here in Raleigh. Especially engagement sessions! I recently had the pleasure of working with Sarah and ben for their engagement session. we started out inside the museum, which truly highlighted their love for art. Sarah and ben have electrifying yet, contemporary personalities and it couldn’t have been a more perfect fit.

DOWNTOWN RALEIGH ENGAGEMENT SESSION
I am so excited to share these engagement photos from CARA AND DANIEL’S engagement session in Downtown Raleigh AT THE BOYLAN BRIDGE AND DIX PARK! FROM THE CITY SKYLINE, THE WILDFLOWERS AT DIX TO THE UNFORGETTABLE SUNSET, THIS SESSION WAS BY FAR ONE OF MY FAVORITES TO CAPTURE!

Engagement sessions are a wonderful opportunity to celebrate love and capture the magic of a couple’s unique journey. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing NICHOLAS AND JAZMINE’S engagement session in the vibrant heart of downtown Charlotte, North Carolina. With its stunning skyline, charming streets, and eclectic mix of urban art, Charlotte provided the perfect backdrop for this special occasion.

There's something magical about a North Carolina golden hour, especially when it comes as a surprise! What was forecasted to be a rainy evening turned into the most beautiful, sun-kissed engagement session for Christian and Hannah at Joyner Park in Wake Forest, NC. It was such a perfect plot twist!

There’s nothing more exhilarating than escaping to the coast for engagement photos! Jockey’s Ridge has been a dream location of mine for what feels like forever, so when Makenzie asked if we could spend the day there, I immediately said YES!