This Malibu engagement session with Stephanie and Nathan was one for the books—fun, relaxed, and completely true to who they are.
I actually photographed their intimate elopement back in 2021, so when they reached out for updated engagement photos ahead of their big celebration this summer, I couldn’t wait to reconnect. It’s always special seeing a couple’s journey come full circle, and photographing them again felt like catching up with old friends.
What made this session extra unique? They showed up in onesies. Yup, actual cozy onesies—and they absolutely rocked them! These two love to have fun and wanted their engagement photos to reflect that part of their relationship. (Pro tip: including something meaningful to you. Whether it’s a favorite outfit, an activity, or even a location. It adds so much personality to your session. Plus, you’ll end up with images that truly feel like you.)
After some playful shots in their onesies, they changed into a second outfit. Outfit changes are a great way to add variety to your gallery and make the most of your session. It also gave us two totally different vibes in one shoot—cozy and fun, then romantic and elevated.
One of the most important parts of this session was including their dog. Finding a dog-friendly trail in Malibu wasn’t the easiest task—many popular engagement photo locations in the area aren’t pet-friendly. But after some research, we found the perfect spot. Not only was it beautiful and quiet, but their pup got to be part of the magic too.
Whether you’re planning your engagement photos in Malibu or anywhere around Los Angeles, choosing a location that’s meaningful and fits your needs (like being dog-friendly!) makes all the difference.
Can’t wait to photograph Stephanie and Nathan’s big wedding day this summer. This time with all their family and friends in attendance. If it’s anything like their engagement session, it’s going to be full of joy, laughter, and love.
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