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“We’re awkward in photos” is probably one of the most common things I hear from couples. The good news? You don’t need to know how to pose, be naturally photogenic, or love being in front of a camera to have beautiful wedding and engagement photos.

Engagement

June 11, 2026

You Don’t Need to Be Good at Photos to Have Beautiful Wedding Photos

Romantic black and white portrait of a bride and groom under a veil at Cappella Wedding venue in La Crosse Wisconsin captured on city streets after their ceremony
Couple shares a kiss under twinkling lights during an engagement session at River Prairie.

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When I met up with Paige and Shawn for their engagement session, I could tell right away—this was going to be fun. Not because we had some grand plan or perfect weather or a big vision board. It was just them being them. And honestly, that’s what makes it magic. We started out at The […]

Engagement Session at The Helix + River Prairie: A Reminder to Have Fun

June 11, 2025

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Tucked away in Western Wisconsin lies a slice of paradise: Willow River State Park. Picture-perfect and brimming with natural charm, it’s the ultimate spot for dreamy engagement sessions. Think cascading waterfalls, lush greenery, and endless fields kissed by the setting sun. Willow River State Park sets the stage for love to shine in every frame. […]

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April 24, 2024

The Charm of Willow River State Park for Engagement Sessions

An engaged couples kiss under a waterfall as the water splashes around them.

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One of the most important wedding planning decisions you will make is selecting a venue. More than almost anything else you plan, your venue sets the mood for your entire day. There are so many things to consider when choosing a place to hold your wedding, so it can sometimes be helpful to get a […]

Three Reasons Why I Love Weddings at Dixon’s Apple Orchard in the Chippewa Valley

March 1, 2024

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When I first spoke with Devrin and Marki they talked about their love for Busch Light and then their love for each other. So, it felt only fitting that we have a Busch Latte themed session at my favorite place Willow River! I love this session so much not just because Devrin and Marki are […]

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July 26, 2021

Devrin & Marki’s Willow River Engagement Session

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The weather finally cooperated with us and we were able to get out and get Cammie and Robert’s engagement session completed! We started off with a trip to one of my favorite places the Red Cedar Trail and I got to hear a little bit about Cammie and Robert and how they’re high school sweethearts, […]

Cammie & Robert’s Engagement Session in Menomonie, WI

April 24, 2021

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I had the best time last weekend with Trevor and Courtney, and their fur baby Calie,  as we did some engagement session pictures! Cali is going to be apart of the wedding later this year so it was great practice– and I got to get some doggy love so it was a win/win. I can’t […]

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February 4, 2021

Trevor & Courtney’s Winter Engagement Session

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Kaci, Mitch, and their handsome fur baby had the most amazing winter session over at Willow River! We spend the entire afternoon walking around Willow River finding different locations from trees, to tall grass, to open pathways… and had fun all while only kind of freezing our butts off since it was in the mid […]

Kaci & Mitch’s Winter Engagement Session at Willow River

January 21, 2021

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During this amazing session with John and Chelsea I had asked John his favorite thing about Chelsea and John’s response was her unconditional kindness… the kind of joy and kindness that just radiates off someone. That’s Chelsea. I felt it right when I met them and even though it was cold… and I made them […]

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January 13, 2021

Chelsea & John’s Winter Engagement Session in downtown Menomonie

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I had the most amazing fall engagement session with these two! With how the weather has been this October we had to reschedule their engagement session and it happened to fall on the most gorgeous Sunday with a beautiful sunset! I am so excited to be apart of this huge wedding next June and watch […]

Austin & Samantha’s Fall Engagement Session

October 12, 2020

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