Engagement Photography

Woman in a wool beret smiles at her partner as he hugs her from behind, a bouquet of red roses resting on an electric scooter handlebar in warm autumn light
Couple dance in tall grasses, smiling at each other with hands linked in warm autumn light
Couple nestles close in a stone alcove; his forehead rests against hers as she smiles with eyes closed, hand on his shoulder
Couple holding hands and smiling at each other by a golden-lit lake surrounded by reeds
Couple laugh together in a close embrace, framed by soft green leaves and dappled light
black-and-white-trestle-bridge-engagement-edmonton
Couple reclining on a mustard blanket in tall golden grass, sharing a quiet gaze while holding hands at sunset

A celebration of connection — captured with warmth, light, and laughter.

alt=""

Your Story, Before the Story

An engagement session is the quiet overture to your wedding day — a space to pause, breathe, and enjoy being simply you. Engagement photography reveals the rhythm of your relationship in luminous detail: the glance, the laughter, the effortless connection that began it all.

At Catriona Hope Photography, every session is guided with grace and crafted with precision. We blend gentle direction with spontaneous flow, creating portraits that feel alive — stills from a classic film rather than staged poses. This is your origin chapter, unveiled with sincerity and light.

alt=""

Our Approach

We photograph together — two perspectives, one seamless rhythm. While one focuses on composition and lighting finesse, the other captures the subtle, unfiltered gestures that define your bond. The result is imagery both vivid and refined: art that feels organic yet intentional.

Every session unfolds naturally. You move, laugh, and reconnect; we orchestrate the light and timing so your images breathe with authenticity.

Couple sit on a wooden gazebo bench with backs to camera; she rests her head on his shoulder while he wraps an arm around her

Session Details

  • 30–60–120 minutes of photography with two photographers

  • Up to two nearby locations

  • A private online gallery for viewing and downloads

  • High-resolution and social-media-ready files

  • Light wardrobe and styling guidance

  • Complimentary sparkling toast to close your session

Sessions are relaxed, fun, and fully customized. We’ll share location ideas, wardrobe suggestions, and timing tips to make everything flow effortlessly — from the first smile to the last golden shimmer.

After your session wraps, we’ll pause for a sparkling-toast moment — a non-alcohol champagne celebration included with every engagement collection.

alt=""

Planning your wedding?

Book your engagement session now and receive a $375 credit toward your chosen wedding collection — our way of helping your story flow from “Yes” to “I Do.”

FAQs

Yes! It’s our little tradition — a lighthearted, non-alcohol champagne toast to celebrate this new chapter and add a joyful finish to your session.

Four to eight weeks is ideal, especially for spring and fall weekends. That gives us time to coordinate locations and light.

Absolutely. Each season has its own poetry — golden fall light, soft winter snow, vibrant summer evenings. We’ll help you plan for comfort and creativity.

Absolutely. Bring a leash, a lint roller, and a friend who can take your pup for a walk between shots. We’ll start with pet-friendly frames, then free you up for a few quiet portraits.

Yes. We’ll suggest spots that match your style and the season, then plan a simple route with good light and easy access. If you have a place that’s meaningful, we’ll shape the session around it and keep travel time light.

  • Real stories from couples who trusted Catriona Hope Photography.

Couple sit facing each other in a canoe at sunset, holding hands with warm backlight and calm lake reflections

Catriona and Alan were hands down the best photographers we ever had the pleasure of working with. My fiancé and I are naturally quite shy, they created such a relaxed, comfortable, and genuinely fun environment that the entire shoot became one of our favourite experiences. Their authenticity and down-to-earth personalities made it so easy to connect with them. If you’re looking for photographers for any event, look no further these two are truly the ones to hire.

— Rose Krstic

  • Verified Google review

Engagement Galleries
Step inside real sessions — from golden-hour laughter to cozy winter shoots — and see how we capture love stories across Edmonton and Sherwood Park.

Engagement Galleries →

Planning Guides
Explore our complete Engagement Photography Guide — what to wear, how to choose the perfect location, and how to feel relaxed and natural in front of the camera.

Planning Guides →

Begin Your Story

Every couple has a rhythm — let’s capture yours in images that endure.