If you’re looking for the best engagement photo ideas, you’ve come to the right place! We feel extremely blessed to work with the most amazing wedding photographers in the industry and share Real Weddings and engagement photo ideas with you on a regular basis. When we feature a new engagement shoot, I can always recall a specific detail, like the surprise proposal, the rowboat, or the impromptu Scrabble game. When you’re planning, remember that the best engagement photo ideas are all about the details. Your location(s), attire, props, and the season you choose will contribute to a more memorable engagement session. Also, selecting an amazing engagement photographer is very important: he or she will be essential in properly bringing your engagement photo ideas to fruition and capturing you at your very best. To inspire you, we’ve rounded up twenty of the best engagement photo ideas… and I think you’re going to love what we’ve discovered! What’s your favorite?

Engagement Photo Ideas

1. The Pickup Truck

This photo – by Justin Battenfield – is one of my all-time favorite engagement photos ever. And it reminds me of this song. I love the cowboy boots hanging off the edge of the truck!

2. The Ampersand

You & Me. She & Him. Us & Forever. Here & Now. An ampersand is one of the essential engagement photo ideas. Photo by Stripling Photography.

3. The Ocean

Waves. Sand. Who-cares-if-our-feet-get-wet. Love. Photo by Eric Boneske.

4. The Library

The library stacks can be a very romantic place. By Michelle Gardella.

5. The Hot Rod

One hot car, aviators, and a totally adorable couple. Check, check, and check. By Photography by Jen Philips.

6. The Blanket

Perfect for that snuggled-up shot, By Justin Battenfield. This is an especially perfect prop for the fall!

Loving this one, too, by the lake. By Stripling Photography.

7. The Snow

Snow is a fantastic winter engagement photo idea, and the result is usually a snowball fight (which makes it even more fun). By Amy Carroll Photography.

8. The Pub

This couple is so in love, they don’t even seem to notice they’re on camera. By Cheatwood Photography.

9. The Train

Steal a few kisses on a train. By RubySky Photography.

10. The Chalkboards

Chalkboards are one of the most popular engagement photo ideas right now and for good reason: this is one prop that can display your upcoming wedding date or custom message right in your photo. By Eric Boneske.

11. The Surprise Proposal

Horacio took Courtney to the beach for a romantic walk, but secretly hired Eric Boneske to capture a surprise proposal, making this one of the best engagement photo ideas (and proposal ideas) of all time. By Eric Boneske.

12. The Coat

Aw. Such a sweet shot. By Justin Battenfield.

13. The Church Pew

We featured this engagement session yesterday and the church pew quickly made our list of top engagement photo ideas. By Zack Wilson Photography.

14. The Vineyard

Ah, outdoors in rows of vineyards: a perfect setting. By Eric Boneske Photography.

15. The Local Hot Spot / Artwork in Town

Where’s your favorite place to hang out? Do you have a favorite local attraction? Make sure it’s on your engagement photo location list. We have a few examples for this one. First, a shot of the couple in front of Thomas Oyster Co., captured by Michelle Gardella Photography

… a huge wall mural in Miami by Photos by Mavi…

… and, last but not least, the Detroit Train Station, a local architectural marvel. By Sarah Kossuch.

16. The Wine Barrels

A winery is a beautiful place to have an engagement shoot. This shot is one of my favorites from this shoot. By Eric Boneske.

17. The Alma Mater

This couple wanted to include their alma mater, where they met, into their engagement photos. By Justin Battenfield.

Another way to do so? Take your engagement photos to your college campus, like this lecture hall shot by Erin J. Photography.

18. The Greenhouse

Ah, love in the greenhouse. by Michelle Gardella Photography.

19. The Scrabble Board

One of the most memorable engagement photo ideas involves props or activities, like this Scrabble board. This shot gets a triple word score just for being awesome. By Justin Battenfield.

20. The Pups

Don’t leave your pups out of the fun! I love this shot because it shows their neighborhood and interaction with their pups. By Justin Battenfield.

And, this cutie with a bow tie on. By Charity Maurer.

And, the best prop of them all? That big ‘ol smile.

Looking for a wedding photographer to capture your engagement photo ideas? Visit The Bridal Book at Emmaline Bride, our state-by-state preferred wedding vendor directory. Our preferred wedding vendors are hand-picked and the very best in the industry.

Happy Planning!

♥
-E.

P.S. “I’m engaged… now what?” Find out 5 Things to Do After Getting Engaged.

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