What I love about engagement photo sessions is that I get to know the future bride and groom a little bit before the wedding day.  It gives them a chance to get professional pictures on a relaxed day in their casual clothes.  We get to talk about the wedding, the style of photography they like and they get used to being in front of my camera lens.

For local sessions in Northwest Indiana, we might take a 90 minute stroll around Coffee Creek Park like I did last Fall with Jackie and Brandon...

Other couples opt for an indoor portrait session at my Merrillville studio...

The most popular sessions are polar opposites of one another.  Being so close to Lake Michigan, a stroll along the beach is a no brainer.  

This silhouette of Rebecca and Jack has proven to be a favorite engagement photo of many clients.  We were at a Gary beach during the blue twilight hour.  I had them embrace and their love shown through in this simple shot...

The most popular session is The Chicago Engagement Package.  We meet at the South Shore train station and capture a half day of hanging out in the Windy City.  We walk downtown and usually end up at Millennium Park.

The Chicago Sessions is great for Spring Summer Fall or even Winter as demonstrated by this young couple's winter kiss at Millennium Park...

Speaking of favorite photos, this composite of the Chicago Theater and various engagement shots from the same couple woven in has proven to be quite popular. 

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While the Northwest Indiana weather can prove to be unpredictable, it can also make for some unique engagement photos.  Whether it's a walk in the Chicago rain or a waiting for the sun to set in Chesterton, I aim to fill your photo book with some wonderful photographs that show off the unique love between you and your partner.