As a Cleveland engagement photographer, I’ve explored some awesome local locations for photo sessions. I also never miss an opportunity to travel outside of my city to check out the photogenic places near and far. When Abbey + Anthony told me they wanted to be in a woodsy location, I knew exactly where to take them: Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Yep, Abbey + Anthony, another adorable couple with matchy names. They love pizza, movie nights, and spent a lot of their first dates hiking or looking at the stars. Be still my heart! Since they were driving up from Coshocton, I knew that CVNP would be the perfect place between us for the session of their dreams.
Pre-shoot, I always give my couples a run down of how the session will go and not to worry about posing because I will guide them the entire way. Well, it turns out these two did not need me at all. They were sooooo into each other!! I captured them in what truly felt like their element, guiding here and there, but mainly just watching their sweet and giggly love unfold before me. It was magical!
I love how vast the park is, and how every trail offers such a variety of scenes for photos. We started our session on Oak Hill Trail, a scenic, quiet, open spot that was the perfect backdrop for Abbey & Anthony’s winter love story! The bare trees and the cold weather added a sprinkle of romance, probably because they needed to cuddle close to stay warm! We wrapped up at The Ledges Overlook just as the sun began to set.
And let’s not glance over how well they dressed to complement the location and my editing style. They took my style guide that I send to all of my couples and totally blew me away with their outfits. The colors and textures photographed so well against this white winter backdrop. But don’t just take my word for it; check it out for yourself in the photos below.
Are you planning a Cuyahoga Valley National Park engagement photo session of your own? Say hello ASAP so I can save your date 🙂
“Beautiful — that’s the best word for every photo. They all have that magic element that her photos of other couples do, that “daydream idea” of your love. Her work is a perfect balance of authentic and styled, edited with beautiful color. Laurie was so kind, helpful, and passionate through the whole session. It felt like she was invested in us as a couple. She really made us feel not only comfortable but hyped up! I will forever recommend her!”
– Abbey & Anthony
