As a newly engaged couple, one of the best things you can do before the wedding preps start weighing you down is document your blissful, in-love mood with a beach engagement session. The photos will serve as a precious keepsake of this magical time in your lives and are a great way to express your personality as a couple. This is the perfect time for you to find an Ottawa wedding photographer to capture the unique bond and passion you two share before taking the big step.

The beauty of a relationship hides in those simple, intimate moments shared, so a casual walking-by-the-beach engagement session can be the perfect way to capture loving instances. This option is ideal for couples who value spontaneity and authenticity and want their engagement photos to reflect their daily lives. Forget about posing, and let your engagement session in Ottawa flow naturally. Walk while holding hands, wrap your arms around each other, give a glimpse across the shoulder, or play ‘catch me if you can’ – do whatever best portrays your natural dynamics.

For this Petrie Island engagement session, I let the love birds do their thing and try to forget about me. A little mix of natural elements, such as the beautiful surroundings, the warm, romantic light (preferably early morning or late afternoon to take advantage of the soft shades), and the genuine affection shared between the happy couple, is the ideal combination for the beach engagement session of your dreams.

The energy of this couple was amazing. They even dipped their toes in the water for their Petrie Island engagement session while toasting with a bottle of champagne to celebrate the beginning of a new era. I managed to capture one of the most candid and fleeting moments when they kissed while standing in the water. It felt like an explosion of emotions as they showed the unique character of their relationship. Who cares if somebody gets a little wet while eternalising some of the happiest stages of your lives?

I always advise going for a more natural look when it comes to choosing outfits for your beach engagement session. I am talking about loose and flowy dresses, linen shirts and pants, soft white shades, pastel earth tones, or romantic floral patterns. Get inspired by this maxi, white, open-back dress. All you have to do is let your hair down in casual beachy waves and take an over-the-shoulder look to the camera while your Canadian wedding photographer freezes every movement to last forever.

Regardless of where you decide to have your beach engagement session in Ottawa, there are endless possibilities for creating unforgettable memories. Have a small picnic at the Petrie Island beach enveloped in greenery, play a session of ‘splash and run’ on the shores, or wait for the sunrise while cuddling under a blanket. Try to make nature represent you, symbolise your uniqueness, and suit your personality to make material for a perfect pre-wedding album that will move you whenever you look at it.

Whether you dream of a beach engagement session, want to showcase your brand, or capture the art of good interior design, don’t hesitate to go to my contact page and inquire about a shoot.