Engagement photographer, United States
Your love story, beautifully told
Authentic engagement photos for couples who want to remember exactly how this season felt: the anticipation, the excitement, and the quiet moments that belong only to the two of you.
The engagement season
More than a milestone
Your engagement is the season filled with anticipation, late-night conversations about the future, and quiet moments that belong only to the two of you. An engagement session gives you permission to slow down and simply be together, before everything changes on your wedding day.
24–48hr
Sneak peeks after your session
~1 week
Full gallery delivery
100%
Guided from inquiry to gallery
Engagement session collections
Choose the collection that fits your story
Two collections designed for every kind of couple, from a relaxed half-hour session to an extended experience with a curated satin book.
The Memory
For couples who want a relaxed session with beautiful imagery and meaningful portraits.
$450
| Images | 30 high-res |
| Sneak peeks | 10 within 48 hrs |
| Gallery delivery | 7 business days |
| Framed print | 11″ × 14″ Heirloom |
Everything included
Half hour session
30+ edited high-resolution photos
10 sneak peeks within 48 hours
Full gallery within 7 business days
Full online gallery & personal print release
Print shop access
Location & outfit assistance
Posing guidance throughout
Signature Framed Print (11″ × 14″)
Pre-shoot call included but optional
Refer & earn: 10% of a friend's session value when they book and pay in full
Most popular
The Journey
For couples wanting additional time and a satin book of their best photos.
$650
| Images | 50 high-res |
| Sneak peeks | 15 within 24 hrs |
| Gallery delivery | 7 business days |
| Satin Book | 8 × 8 |
| Grandparents Print | One included |
Everything included
1 hour session
60+ edited high-resolution photos
15 sneak peeks within 24 hours
Full gallery within 7 business days
Full online gallery & personal print release
Print shop access
Multiple outfits
Location & outfit assistance
Posing guidance throughout
Satin 8x8 book curated with your best photos
One grandparents print
Pre-shoot call included but optional
Refer & earn: 10% of a friend's session value when they book and pay in full
100%
of your session fee
credited toward your
wedding collection
Getting married?
This session pays you back
Book your wedding with Satin & Silk Studio within 12 months of your Memory or Journey session, and 100% of your session fee is credited toward your wedding collection. You get the engagement photos either way, and if we're the right fit for your wedding day too, this session doesn't cost you a thing.
Travel is billed separately. Not sure which package is right? Reach out and we'll help you choose.
Why couples book
What an engagement session gives you
Whether you're recently engaged or planning ahead for your wedding day, an engagement session creates something lasting: photographs that preserve this season before it passes.
Save the date
your names here
Your date · Your location
i.
Save-the-date photos
Professional images for wedding announcements, invitations, and wedding websites before your wedding day arrives.
ii.
Comfort before your wedding
Learn how sessions flow, discover natural posing, and build confidence so your wedding day feels relaxed and familiar and you can enjoy the day.
iii.
Celebrate this season
Engagements are a short chapter in your story. Professional photos preserve it before the wedding day arrives and this season becomes a memory.
iv.
Artwork for your home
Many couples use their engagement images for framed artwork, albums, and meaningful gifts for family members that last a lifetime.
You focus on the question
For the partner planning to propose
Planning a surprise proposal is already a lot to carry. You're thinking about the ring, the location, the timing, the words. The last thing you should have to worry about is figuring out how to capture the moment yourself.
That's where I come in. I work quietly in the background, positioned before you arrive, out of sight, ready the moment you get down on one knee, so that when she says yes, every expression, every tear, and every laugh is already captured before either of you realizes it happened.
I handle the coordination
Tell me your location, your rough timing, and your vision. I'll scout it in advance, position myself discreetly, and handle every detail so you can walk in with a clear head.
She won't know I'm there
I stay completely out of sight until the moment calls for it. The proposal stays a surprise, and so does the photographer. The first photos she'll see will be of the moment she said yes.
We celebrate after together
Once you're engaged, I step in and we spend a little time together, just the two of you, newly engaged, celebrating. Those portraits become some of the most meaningful photos from the entire day.
Planning your session
When should you book your session?
Planning ahead gives you time to enjoy the experience without feeling rushed, and ensures your photos are ready when you need them most.
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10–12
Months before your wedding
Best for couples who want save-the-dates, wedding website photos, social media announcements, and guest book designs. This timeline provides the most flexibility for scheduling and printing.
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6–8
Months before your wedding
Best for wedding invitations, bridal shower displays, reception décor, and framed artwork. Most couples find this timeline provides plenty of time for gallery delivery and professional printing.
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2–4
Months before your wedding
Ideal for couples whose primary goal is documenting their engagement season before the wedding arrives. Works well for portraits and personal keepsakes. If you are looking for elopement timelines, please reach out.
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The day of
your wedding day
Engagement portfolio
A glimpse into what's possible
Real couples, real moments, real connection, captured during golden hour on the coast.
The Satin & Silk experience
Simple. Guided. And enjoyable.
Every step is designed to feel effortless so you can focus on what matters most: being present with the person you love.
01
Reserve your date
A signed agreement and retainer secure your engagement session date. Once reserved, planning begins.
02
Plan your session
Location recommendations, outfit guidance, and posing ideas are provided before your session so you feel completely prepared.
03
Enjoy the experience
Gentle posing guidance throughout, leaving room for natural interactions, candid moments, and genuine connection.
04
Receive your images
Sneak peeks within 24 to 48 hours. Full gallery delivered approximately one week after your session so you can begin sharing right away.
Kind words from couples
These photos are so amazing! We are in awe. We really can't thank you enough!
Grace + Matthew · Engagement session
Frequently asked questions
Questions about your session
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Let's capture your love story
Let's preserve this chapter of your story
One day, the wedding will be over. But the way this season feels right now, the excitement, the anticipation, the quiet moments between the two of you, deserves to be remembered too.
Response within 24 hours
Sneak peeks in 24 to 48 hours
Gallery in 7 business days