Mariah and Michael invited me sailing on Lake Minnetonka for their engagement session, and I can’t think of a more perfect way to capture young love. I met Michael while shooting Marcus and Jamie’s Texas wedding, so I was honored when he and Mariah asked me to photograph their wedding too. Both spirits and sails were high on this gorgeous sunny day. Consequently, it was one of the highlights of this incredible summer season.
The couple, who met online, grew up in the same town and even had mutual friends, but their paths didn’t cross for many years. They must have been destined to find each other because three happy years later they are ready to set sail on their grandest adventure yet!
Friends and family are supremely important to both Mariah and Michael. Therefore, when he planned the proposal, Michael made sure to include the people closest to them. They took a walk before heading to one of their favorite restaurants on Lake Minnetonka. Michael dropped to one knee and asked Mariah to spend the rest of her life with him, and she was overjoyed. She was also utterly surprised when she turned around and saw her sisters snapping photos. When they arrived at the restaurant, the people they loved most were waiting to celebrate the news. It was truly a sweet and thoughtful proposal.
Mariah grew up sailing with her family, so shooting their engagement session at The Shorewood Yacht Club was an excellent way to spend the evening. The couple made an extraordinary team as they shared the role of skipper. The love they share was evident in every moment. As the sun began to set we headed back to shore, which made the perfect ending to this spectacular session.
Thank you Michael and Mariah for the great experience! I can’t wait for the wedding!
These two are picture-perfect.
All Aboard!
It was a beautiful afternoon for a sail.
Mariah and Michael make a great team.
Young love on Lake Minnetonka.
As the sun set they held each other close.
A perfect ending to a wonderful day.
Venue – Shorewood Yacht Club
