engagements
Rockmill Brewery LGBTQ+ Surprise Proposal: Rachael + Iris
On a Friday afternoon in late December, Rachael took Iris back to the spot of their first date, Rockmill Brewery. But before they got too comfortable, Rachael asked to go on a walk to this scenic, snowy spot. It was frigid cold that afternoon, but Iris agreed. There Rachael dropped to one knee (yes, in…
Read MoreColumbus Ohio Winter Engagement in German Village: Nancy + Kris
Last month in German Village – we had sun, warmer temps and still some snow on the ground for Nancy + Kris’ winter engagement session! Had a great time exploring the neighborhoodthat Wednesday morning in mid-December, before sending them off to a lunch date at Lindey’s after. Can’t wait for their wedding later this fall!
Read More2025: WRAPPED! | Columbus Ohio Wedding Photographer
Cheers to 2025: another busy, meaningful, super fun year! As we welcome the new year, I always look forward to my annual review of the prior year, looking back at all the events, milestones, portraits and special moments I documented this year. Let’s jump right in! The year in numbers: 27 full day weddings 12…
Read MoreColumbus Ohio LGBTQ+ Engagement at Jeffrey Mansion: Daniel + Nathan
First blog post of 2026 belongs to Daniel + Nathan! It was a picturesque late fall morning for an engagement session! This couple chose Jeffrey Mansion as their backdrop for their late November session, a place they visited often while at Capital University. Can’t wait for their North Bank Park wedding this summer!
Read MoreColumbus Ohio Surprise Proposal at Goodale Park: Liza + Bobby
On a Friday evening in late November, Bobby took Liza out for a happy hour in their Short North neighborhood, but first he stopped at Goodale Park to surprise her with a gift: a Christmas ornament with the words “Will you marry me?” At that point he dropped to one knee and presented a ring……
Read MoreDublin Bridge Park LGBTQ+ Surprise Proposal: Jerie + Lisa
On a Saturday evening in November, Jerie brought Lisa for a walk across Dublin’s Bridge Park. But she had more planned than just a simple date night… Jerie had arranged for all of their closest loved ones (some from out of town) to line the bridge, each handing Lisa a flower and a picture, until…
Read MoreColumbus Ohio Park of Roses Surprise Proposal: Bridget + Patrick
It was the second Saturday in November, and Patrick took Bridget on a surprise day trip to Columbus, straight to this spot at the Park of Roses. He dropped to one knee and popped the question. She said YES! We celebrated with portraits around the park, finding all the fall color, and some bubbly! And…
Read MoreColumbus Ohio Surprise Proposal at Scioto Mile: Alyssa + Sam
Here’s a way to kick off the weekend! Sam took Alyssa out for a date night on a Friday evening in late October. But first, a walk across the Main Street Bridge at Scioto Mile… against the city skyline and the setting sun, he dropped to one knee and popped the question! She said YES!…
Read MoreFranklin Park Conservatory Surprise Proposal: Jillian + Brandon
It was the last Friday in October, and Brandon + Jillian both had the day off. So he took her out for a morning date at Franklin Park Conservatory, just as the doors opened, before it got too crowded. Against a colorful flower garden and the morning sun, Brandon dropped to one knee and popped…
Read MoreShort North + Goodale Park Fall Engagement: Nicole + Alan
It was a Thursday evening in mid-October when I met up with Nicole + Alan for their downtown Columbus engagement session! The couple just moved to Columbus, and after looking through some suggestions from me, they chose the Short North and Goodale Park for their session. Together we explored the neighborhood, and I showed them…
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