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Cozy Engagement Session at Lake Minnewaska | Jessica & Michael

arial view of couple on cliff overlooking Lake Minnewaska

Jessica and Michael’s cozy engagement session took place at Lake Minnewaska in the fall. When we began planning their engagement portraits, it was important to Jessica and Michael to incorporate the things they like to do together. That’s how we wound up planning a hike at Lake Minnewaska! Our session was a lot of fun – Jessica and Michael kept us laughing. 

Lake Minnewaska Engagement Session

We planned their session for the fall, so the trees and foliage were simply gorgeous around the lake. Jessica and Michael chose the coziest outfits for their portraits. They started with outfits featuring a dark emerald undertone and their second outfits featured a warm sweater for Michael and a boho inspired white dress for Jessica. It was the perfect feminine and bridal touch for their fall engagement portraits. 

At the end of their session, Jessica and Michael decided to add some fun to the session by dressing as ghosts in honor of their favorite holiday Halloween and in their spirit of their love for being silly together! It was hilarious and a great note to end this beautiful fall engagement session on!

Jessica and Michael, thank you for trusting me to capture this meaningful session for you both. We can’t wait for your wedding day! 

woman hugs man laying her hand on his chest in front of rock structure during their Lake Minnewaska Engagement Session

engaged couple looks at each other during their Lake Minnewaska Engagement Session

couple holds hands walking along Lake Minnewaska during engagement photos

woman in green dress leads man along edge of Lake Minnewaska

man and woman hug in front of trees around Lake Minnewaska

man and woman hold hands standing on leaf covered path in Hudson Valley NY

engaged couple holds hands walking down forest path at Lake Minnewaska

couple hugs on rocks overlooking Lake Minnewaska

man and woman sit at top of Lake Minnewaska looking over the water

woman leans on man in cozy wool sweater overlooking water at Lake Minnewaska

woman leans head on man's shoulder in cozy sweater for fall engagement session at Lake Minnewaska

engaged couple stands in front of Lake Minnewaska

man and woman hug as sun sets behind them at Lake Minnewaska

arial view of couple on cliff overlooking Lake Minnewaska

man and woman stand on top of cliff during Hudson Valley NY engagement session

couple stands together on cliff for Hudson Valley NY engagement session

woman in white dress talks with man in cozy sweater in front of tree with orange leaves

man and woman stand next to tree with orange leaves during Hudson Valley NY engagement session

man lifts up woman while both are wearing ghost costumes Hudson Valley NY engagement session

About J & R Photography

Based in New Jersey and always up for an adventure, Jenn and Ro specialize in creating a relaxed, joyful experience for their couples. They feel truly honored to be part of each love story and are there to make sure you enjoy every moment of your big day. From spontaneous laughs to quiet, intimate glances, they capture it all beautifully and authentically.

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