Couple embracing on a sunlit path surrounded by lush green trees and sprawling oak branches in a serene park.

There is something so sweet about a couple whose story is filled with family connections, inside jokes, and years of growing together, and Camryn & Adam are exactly that. From first meeting at Lakemoor Fest in 2019 to officially starting their relationship in August of 2020, these two have built such a beautiful life together through busy seasons, school, work, and all the everyday moments in between.


Their proposal story is one of my favorite little pieces of their relationship. Adam planned an escape room with people they love and worked in a Ring Pop as part of a long-running joke between them. What started as a playful “I’ll just get you a Ring Pop” joke turned into the sweetest proposal detail, and I love that it may even become part of their wedding day.


For their engagement session, we met at Veterans Acres Nature Center in Crystal Lake, and it was the prettiest spring evening. The soft light, fresh greenery, and quiet little corners of the park made the perfect backdrop for this season. I especially loved photographing these two because their story connects to families I’ve already had the joy of capturing, which made this night feel extra special.


Camryn & Adam, thank you so much for trusting me to capture this chapter for you both. It was such a joy spending the evening with you, and I’m already so excited for all that’s ahead. Now, grab a blanket and snuggle up. Your sneak peek is live!

Engaged couple standing by the lake during a spring session at Veterans Acres Nature Center in Crystal Lake.
Romantic engagement portrait near the water at Veterans Acres Nature Center in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Couple dancing together during a joyful spring engagement session in Crystal Lake.
Bride and groom-to-be sharing a kiss during their Veterans Acres engagement session.
Engaged couple posing together with lake views at Veterans Acres Nature Center.
Engagement ring detail photo with spring flowers during a Crystal Lake engagement session.
Couple holding hands and dancing by the water during outdoor engagement photos in Crystal Lake.
Engaged couple looking out over the lake at Veterans Acres Nature Center.
Romantic outdoor engagement portrait with soft spring light in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Bride and groom-to-be cuddling during golden hour engagement photos in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.
Engaged couple walking hand in hand through Veterans Acres Nature Center.
Close-up of an engaged couple holding hands during their spring portrait session.
Wide engagement portrait by the lake at Veterans Acres Nature Center in Crystal Lake.
Black and white engagement portrait of a couple cuddling close together.
Spring engagement photo beneath the trees at Veterans Acres Nature Center.
Playful dip pose during a romantic outdoor engagement session in Crystal Lake.
Engaged couple walking along the path at Veterans Acres Nature Center in spring.
Outdoor engagement portrait with soft greenery and lake views in Crystal Lake.
Couple sharing a quiet moment by the water during their Veterans Acres engagement session.
Black and white portrait of an engaged couple during their Crystal Lake engagement session.
Engagement ring detail with white flowers during a spring session at Veterans Acres Nature Center.
Engaged couple standing near the water during a Crystal Lake engagement session.
Wide scenic engagement photo overlooking Veterans Acres Nature Center in Crystal Lake.
Couple standing together on the bridge during outdoor engagement photos in Crystal Lake.
Bride and groom-to-be sharing a sweet moment on the bridge at Veterans Acres Nature Center.
Close-up of an engaged couple holding hands during their spring engagement session.
Black and white engagement portrait of a couple kissing during their Crystal Lake session.
Outdoor engagement portrait on the bridge at Veterans Acres Nature Center.
Couple walking hand in hand on the bridge during spring engagement photos in Crystal Lake.
Playful twirl during a joyful engagement session at Veterans Acres Nature Center.
Engaged couple walking through spring greenery at Veterans Acres Nature Center.
Romantic engagement portrait with soft lake views in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Couple sitting together by the water during their Veterans Acres engagement session.
Black and white close-up of an engaged couple cuddling during their spring session.

Thank you both again for letting me be part of such a sweet season. I’m so happy for you two and cannot wait to celebrate with you next year!

Handwritten cursive signature reading xoxo Cassie in elegant beige script on white background.