Chantal & Rhys’s Urban Engagement Session in Edmonton

Chantal & Rhys are getting married this fall at Hastings Lake Gardens so they wanted to do their engagement photos in an urban location to contrast with their wedding photos. These two definitely pulled off the urban look and feel and it was fun exploring downtown Edmonton and photographing their connection.

Couples often ask us where we should go to do their engagement photos and there is no one right answer. Some couples like to choose a location that has some sentimental meaning to them like the place where they first met or went on on their first date.  Perhaps it’s their favourite neighbourhood where they like to go for walks or a location that reflects something they like to do together as a couple. Another thing to consider when choosing a location for your engagement photos is where you plan to do your wedding photos. If you’re planning a rustic barn wedding and photos in a natural setting like a park, perhaps you want something more urban-inspired for your engagement photos like Chantal & Rhys wanted.

In terms of when to do your engagement session, we recommend doing the session at least six months prior to the wedding, particularly if you want to use your engagement photos for things like your invitations or save the date cards. Most couples will also try to schedule their sessions during a different season from their wedding so that they have a variety of photos of themselves at different times of the year. For summer weddings, many couples like to do their engagement photos either in the spring or fall but don’t be afraid of scheduling something during the winter months as well.

Enjoy this sneak peek from their urban-inspired engagement session in downtown Edmonton and stay tuned to the blog to see a sneak peek from their wedding this fall.