As a Billings engagement photographer rooted in the wide open landscapes of Eastern Montana and the Dakotas, I don’t just show up with a camera. I come with the heart of someone who’s lived this life, prairie winds, dirt roads, and love stories that grow deep like cottonwoods along the river.

Dom and Dara’s engagement session in Billings was one of those sweet, quiet evenings that reminds me why I do this. The light was soft, their connection was strong, and every photo felt easy, not posed, not perfect, just real.

Golden Light and Tender Moments in Rural Montana

We met through my sister-in-law, and right away, Dara felt like someone who just fit. She had seen my work and loved the way I edit, warm, true to tone, and full of heart. So we wandered out to a tucked-away piece of land, let the sun guide us, and captured them just being who they are. There’s a special kind of peace that comes from photographing two people who are truly present with each other.

It wasn’t about the styling or the setting, it was the way Dom looked at her. The kind of look that says, “You’re it.”

The Heart of Western Love Stories

This isn’t just photography, it’s storytelling rooted in place. I work across Eastern Montana, Wyoming, and the Dakotas, where love looks a little different. It’s wind-blown hair, boots in the dust, and long drives home under starlit skies. These aren’t cookie-cutter sessions. They’re one-of-a-kind because you’re one-of-a-kind.

My job isn’t to fit you into a Pinterest-perfect box. It’s to notice the way you laugh, the soft in-between moments, and the way the land wraps around your story. Dom and Dara didn’t need a dramatic backdrop. They had each other. And honestly? That’s always enough.

Planning a Session That Feels Like You

If you’re drawn to something slower, simpler, and deeply you, then this region is the perfect canvas. I’ll help you plan an experience that feels grounded, relaxed, and reflective of your relationship.

Here are a few ideas:

• Bring your horses or your truck, or both
• Choose a location that matters, even if it’s just your favorite gravel road
• Catch golden hour across the open plains
• Trust that I’ll help you feel totally at ease (because I always do)

My clients are salt-of-the-earth people who care more about connection than perfection. If that’s you, we’re going to make some magic together.

Ready to Book Your Billings Engagement Photographer?

Let’s tell your story. Not just with pretty pictures, but with images that feel like home. Contact me here →

FAQ: Working With Me on Your Engagement Session

What should we wear for a Billings engagement session?
Clothes that feel like you. Flowy dresses, denim, boots, soft layers, whatever makes you feel at home in your skin.

Can we choose a location outside of Billings?
Absolutely. I photograph all over Eastern Montana, Wyoming, and the Dakotas. We’ll find a spot that feels like your place.

What if the weather turns?
That’s just part of life out here, and I promise, some of the most beautiful images come when things don’t go according to plan. We’ll roll with it.

Want more inspiration? Check out more engagement stories or book your session today.