Maya and Aaron

July 14, 2022 Engagements

Lovely Summer Evening on Lake Michigan Shore


After meeting Maya when she was a bridesmaid at a recent wedding I shot, to say I was excited when she reached out to me to be the photographer for her wedding would be an extreme understatement! Then when she said that she and Aaron wanted to take their engagement pictures along the lakeshore in Manitowoc, I was so happy to have a chance to explore a new area. I have to say that the beautiful beach and marina did not disappoint and the weather couldn't have been nicer.


Adding a dog to an engagement session is always a wildcard. Some dogs seem to have an aversion to looking at the camera, but Nova was super cooperative. I don't think I have had an easier time with the doggy shots, ever! Maya and Aaron's session will go down as one of my favorites and I can't wait for their wedding next fall!

A couple kneels on sandy ground with their black and white dog surrounded by greenery on a summer day.
Joyful couple poses on driftwood at beach with lush greenery behind them.
A couple walks their black dog along a scenic beach path lined with trees.
An elegant floral-designed diamond ring photographed with soft pink blossoms on rustic wood.
Intimate moment captured on lighthouse pier during sunset.
A couple walking hand in hand along a peaceful beach shoreline at sunset.
Couple shares a tender moment on a sandy beach with lush foliage in the distance.
Romantic scene at lighthouse pier during pastel sunset over ocean.
A couple strolling together on a sandy beach with waves lapping at the shore.
Romantic couple embraces in a sun-drenched field of wildflowers during golden hour.