Jayme + Charlie Engagement - Trow Bridge Falls
Jayme and Charlie's wedding day isn't until next year but that didn't mean we could take advantage of this great Fall weather and get out for an engagement session. That's exactly what we decided to do! The location they chose was Trow Bridge Falls, which couldn't have been a more perfect setting. With the leaves slowly falling and the water flowing it provided a fantastic backdrop. It also helped that I had such wonderful couple to work with.
Jayme and Charlie's wedding day isn't until next year but that didn't mean we could take advantage of this great Fall weather and get out for an engagement session. That's exactly what we decided to do! The location they chose was Trow Bridge Falls, which couldn't have been a more perfect setting. With the leaves slowly falling and the water flowing it provided a fantastic backdrop. It also helped that I had such wonderful couple to work with.
They mentioned that Charlie originally proposed at Niagara Falls while they lived in Southern Ontario, so, since they have recently moved back home to Thunder Bay, they figured it was fitting to do the engagement photos at some local Falls.
It was an hour session so we had plenty of time to try out different spots at Trow Bridge. The first area we used was the bridge overlooking the Falls. I have always loved that bridge and, if done right, it allows for some truly majestic photos. The reason I loved photographing Jayme and Charlie so much was because they were so natural in front of the camera.
We eventually made our way down to the water and that's where they broke out the champagne. Jayme also brought a very nice blanket which was the perfect contrast to the backdrop. Suffice it to say, these were some of my favourite photos of the session.
Just before we finished off, we took a moment to capture a few more photos on the swings and by the colourful forest. It was a perfect end to a beautiful engagement session. After meeting Jayme and Charlie, I'm even more excited to shoot their wedding next year.
Steph + Brent Engagement
Steph and Brent's wedding isn't until next year but we decided to do the engagement this year while the weather is beautiful. Boy did we have a really nice day to work with. The location for this session was at Steph's Aunts house off of the highway. As soon as I got there I can see it was going to be a wonderful location to work with.
Steph and Brent's wedding isn't until next year but we decided to do the engagement this year while the weather is beautiful. Boy did we have a really nice day to work with. The location for this session was at Steph's Aunts house off of the highway. As soon as I got there I can see it was going to be a wonderful location to work with.
Upon my arrival I was greater by Charlie, their very energetic dog. I then met Brent for the first time who I can see was a bit unsure how things were going to play out that day. Seeing as how this was his first engagement session. Once the introductions were done we made our way to the side of the property where there was a nice stable for horses as well as a couple other great areas.
Usually with couples that I photograph for the first time I like to get that first photo out of the way. It helps get them more comfortable behind the camera. We did just that. There was a nice little wood pile by the stable that we took advantage. Then it was off to the tree covered area. You can see it from the highway but you don't realize how awesome it is until you are actually within the trees. We spent about 15 minutes in there and came away with so many good photos. I even managed to get a couple of Charlie standing still for a moment here and there.
As we came out of the forest I noticed one tree in the middle of an open field so we took some photos there. Steph then mentioned that the driveway leading up the house was long and covered with leaves. Well, we couldn't pass that up so I got both Steph and Brent to go about half way down and just interact with one another while I took some natural candid photos.
We finished the session by with these old iron chairs on the lawn. Not only were they heavy but they were beautiful. Those last few were some of my favourite photos of the day. I simply can't wait until the wedding especially seeing how easy and fun it was working with Steph and Brent. Thanks again to both of them for a splendid engagement session.
As you may have seen in previous posts I am now also including specially processed vintage style photographs. Here are a few I did for this particular session.
