Cinematic Photos Start with Connection

Cinematic, candid, and romantic photos are the kind of images I love creating and capturing. These kinds of photos come from couples who are open to being affectionate — and who trust me to direct, prompt, and know when to step back. If you’ve ever wondered how to feel comfortable during your engagement session, it starts with connection. Cinematic, candid, and romantic photos are the kind of images I love creating and capturing.

How I Help You Feel Comfortable

Couples like Angelica & Brett? Their photos feel the way they do because they’re naturally playful and affectionate with one another. They weren’t afraid to try new things or just be themselves. We talked through the whole session (I don’t exactly shut up), but that’s the point — conversation helps you loosen up, laugh, and forget there’s even a camera in front of you.

It’s Not About Perfect Posing

I pay attention to how you react to each other and when you start to relax — my eyes and my heart are trained to notice those things. When I sense something isn’t clicking, I adjust. I’ll guide you, hype you up, or pull back when it feels right.

Because the truth is, getting those cinematic, candid, romantic photos isn’t about perfect posing. It’s about chemistry, connection, and creating space for moments that feel authentically you.

Trust the Process (and Each Other)

If you’re someone who feels nervous about PDA or being in front of the camera, you’re not alone — most couples do. That’s why I focus on creating a space that feels comfortable and natural. I use light direction and movement-based prompts to get you talking, laughing, and focusing on each other instead of the camera. It’s not about posing perfectly — it’s about letting the moment unfold.

Angelica & Brett’s Chicago engagement session is the perfect example. Their photos have that cinematic, romantic feel because they trusted me, trusted each other, and let the moments unfold naturally — exploring downtown near Jeni’s Ice Creams Chicago, one of my favorite cozy date spots.

The Photos That Feel Like You

So when you step in front of the camera, don’t worry about how you look. Focus on how it feels — because the photos you’ll love most are the ones that feel like you.

At the end of the day, photos that feel natural come from trust — trust in your partner, trust in the process, and trust in your photographer. When you lean into that, everything else falls into place.