
If you were to ask me about shooting a Sawtooth engagement session in Stanley in late November… usually, my answer would be an absolute no. Ha! I’ve encountered blizzards and snow in September so usually by November highways are closed or it’s just not possible. However, last fall we had a strangely warm November. Danielle and Brock hired me in the late fall and with good weather in the forecast for Stanley, we decided to go for it!
Sure enough, we met up on a perfect fall day. Not kidding, I’ve never seen such amazing weather in late November. The sun was shining and all the tourists were gone as we made our way to Stanley Lake! It was seriously one of the most beautiful days I’ve ever seen in Stanley. The lake was frozen over, the mountains were covered in snow above us, and the sun poured into the valley. It was unreal.
For a couple of hours, we walked around the empty beach hanging out and having fun. It was so easy hanging out with Danielle and Brock – these two crack me up with their sense of humor and how much they love to laugh!
I can’t wait for their wedding at the end of 2020 and sharing more of their love story!

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Omg, I love their pup!! So sweet <3 and these photos are just breathtaking!!
Stunning pics and view! I love the tones and the light, wow! Beautiful flares you got! Love that they include their pet in the session. Definitively Stanley is place for a session!
Wow these images are giving me life!! Such a great session and such good inspo!
Aww oh my gosh what cuties! And the Sawtooths look beautiful! This makes me want to plan a trip as soon as I can!
Oh my God! That reflection and their cuuuuuuute dog! STUNNING!
This engagement session looks so carefree and so much fun! And the golden light is just amazing, this must have been such a perfect day!
I love how you captured their smiles and happiness!
Hmmmm the puppy jumping on that picture made my day! He is so excited for his humans lol. These are stunning!
Woah I love this so much! Her little mountain hairclip is amazing!!
Wow! I can’t get over how perfect the lighting is during this engagement session, and the way the reflections shine off the lake…these are absolutely stunning!
You know, my mom has this thing where she always heads to the front on the parking lot no matter how busy and says, “don’t worry they saved us a spot in the front row”. I think I got my optimism from her. November in Stanley? Don’t worry, they save us a good day. <3 Thanks, Maggie! Here's to love, in the time of coronavirus.