An online match, a first date at Pizza Nova, and now an engagement session back where it all began. These two had a few places to show me.

Couple holding hands crossing a sunny urban street, woman in black top and white skirt, man in white shirt.
Couple sharing a slice of pizza on a white plate, enjoying a romantic meal together.
Black and white photo of a couple kissing through a window, captured in a romantic and intimate moment.
Couple smiling and holding food outside a green Nova restaurant storefront on a sunny day.
Young couple posing outdoors on a wooden bench in an urban setting, woman in polka dot skirt and man in white shirt.
Black and white photo of a smiling couple posing outside a cafe, woman in polka dot skirt whispering to man in white shirt.

First up, their neighbourhood pizza spot. It already had a place in their story; now it has the engagement photos to go with it. Pizza Nova even shared the photos on Instagram, which was a lovely little bonus.

Black and white photo of a smiling couple embracing outdoors, woman hugging man from behind near lush greenery.
A couple embraces outdoors near green plants, woman with blonde hair rests her head on man's shoulder smiling.
A smiling couple holds hands while walking on a sunny park path, man in white shirt and woman in floral dress.
Couple holding hands walking on a sunny park path, woman in floral dress glancing back, golden sunlight through trees.

Then we headed towards Leuty Lifeguard Station, with plenty happening along the way. People were playing music and singing together, dogs were out for their walks, and others were getting their workout in by the lake. Everyone seemed quite happy doing their own thing. It was easy to get caught up in it.

Couple posing near wooden fence on sandy beach with historic lifeguard station at golden hour.
Black and white photo of a blonde woman in white lace dress shielding her eyes on a sunny beach.
Couple walking hand in hand on sandy beach near a white lighthouse building at golden hour.
Couple standing outside a white and green lifeguard station with a lookout tower under a clear blue sky.
Couple sharing a romantic moment on a beach bench at sunset, woman in floral dress touching man's face.
Black and white photo of a groom whispering in his smiling bride's ear on their wedding day.
A couple poses outside a white wooden cottage, woman in white dress standing on rocks, man sitting casually nearby.
Couple smiling at each other in front of a white lighthouse building at golden hour.

By the time we reached the beach, the evening light was looking very good. I found a spot for the two of them in the sun, and someone behind us called out, “You’re shooting a movie!”


Fair comment. It did look rather cinematic.

Black and white photo of a couple holding hands on a city street corner, woman in dress with round bag, man in white shirt.
A smiling couple poses together on a city street, man in white shirt and woman in floral dress with crossbody bag.
Romantic couple sharing a kiss while holding ice cream cones at an outdoor cafe on a sunny day.
A couple sits on a wooden bench outside a café, chatting on a sunny urban street with an orange apartment building behind.
Couple sharing a romantic moment on a wooden bench at an outdoor cafe patio on a sunny summer day.

There was one more stop, and they were keen to take me: Ed’s Real Scoop. The best ice cream, they told me. I was very happy to join them for this part of the itinerary.


We finished with ice cream together, and by then it felt much more like an evening out with friends. I’d been invited into their little corner of Toronto—the first-date spot, the lake, the favourite ice cream shop and had the pleasure of photographing them in it.


If you’re choosing somewhere for your engagement photos, I’d love to know where you’d take me.

Couple holding hands on sandy beach near white lighthouse building on a sunny day.
Black and white photo of a smiling couple sitting together at a cafe table, viewed through a window.

A Few Things to Know Before Your Engagement Session


Can we bring a change of clothes?

Absolutely. Bring a second outfit if you’d like a different look—we’ll work a change into the session. Wear something you feel good in and can comfortably move around in.


How much time should we plan for?

Around an hour works well for one small location. For two nearby spots, or a larger place we’d like to explore, I usually suggest 1.5–2 hours. We’ll plan the timing around the locations, walking between them, and any outfit changes.


What’s the best time for photos?

I love evening light, especially as we get closer to sunset. The exact start time will depend on the season and location—we’ll work that out together.


Where Shall We Go?

Tell me a little about the two of you, when you’d like to have your session, and any places you have in mind. Still deciding? We can figure it out together.