Justus & Kari's Mountain Engagement Session


This sweet couple first reached out to me about wedding photography after getting engaged in Leavenworth, Washington during Christmas time. I cannot tell you how excited I was when they inquired—I've known Kari for a few years now through mutual friends, and seeing her name pop up in my inbox was such an exciting moment! Over the holidays, in the most perfect twist of timing, I actually ran into the two of them in Leavenworth—literally moments before Justus proposed. Kari had no idea what was about to happen (of course!), and we chatted for a few minutes before saying our goodbyes and exchanging Happy New Year wishes. Not even ten minutes later, our mutual friend (who I was spending the weekend with) got a text with a photo of the two of them—and there was Kari, hand in the air, with her brand new engagement ring! We were all SO excited.


The Moments of This North Bend Engagement Session


One of my favorite parts about being a couples photographer is getting to connect with people and play a small part in their love story. This is just the beginning of Justus and Kari's forever, and I feel so honored to have watched their journey from boyfriend & girlfriend to engaged—and soon to be married!


For their engagement session, we headed to Meadowbrook Farm in North Bend, Washington. It’s one of my favorite locations because of the incredible view of Mount Si. As the sun sets, the mountain lights up with the most stunning yellow and orange tones—it’s seriously magic. And if you’re lucky, elk will wander out at dusk just as we’re wrapping up.


I cannot wait to photograph their next big milestone at the end of the summer! If you’re interested in booking your own session in North Bend, reach out here to inquire about a couple session, engagement, wedding, or elopement. I can’t wait to hear from you soon!




Couple standing in tall grass field with majestic mountain backdrop during sunset.
Romantic couple embracing in field with mountain landscape behind them.
Black and white portrait of couple standing in field with mountain view.
Couple holds hands while standing in tall grass with mountain scenery.
Couple walking hand in hand through grassy meadow in black and white photo.
Romantic couple shares intimate moment in field with mountain landscape behind them.
Couple sitting in wilderness with dramatic mountain peaks at dusk.
Close-up of two hands holding with mountains in background and tattoo visible.
Couple walking together in sunlit meadow during golden hour.
Intimate black and white portrait of couple embracing in field.
Hands clasped together with tattoo visible against mountain landscape at sunset.
Couple poses together in tall grass with mountain vista during sunset.
Romantic couple shares tender moment against mountain backdrop.
Couple sharing a moment in field with rustic mountain scenery.
Couple sitting together in tall grass with mountain vista in background.
Couple embraces in grassy field with dramatic mountain landscape.
Black and white portrait of couple embracing in mountain meadow.
Intimate portrait of couple in golden field with mountain backdrop.
Close-up of couple sharing intimate moment against white background.