Cleveland Engagement Photographer
Natural engagement photos in Cleveland and across Northeast Ohio—from city landmarks to gardens and Lake Erie sunsets.
Engagement Photos That Feel Like You
Your session should feel relaxed and personal. I’ll guide you when you need it and leave room for the natural moments that make your photos yours.
Choose a place that means something to you, or let’s find one together. I photograph couples at Cleveland landmarks, Lake Erie beaches, gardens, and other Northeast Ohio locations.
Please contact me about your plans. Or, call me at (216) 236-4742.
“Mike was an absolute professional from start to finish! He came fully prepared and completely blew away our expectations during our surprise engagement photo shoot. He made the whole experience fun, stress-free, and magical.”
– Connor Slezak — Wade Lagoon, Cleveland
“Mike was great to work with, he was awesome in helping me plan for a surprise proposal to my girlfriend. And of course, was able to capture some great shots!”
– Zach Maxey, Schoepfle Garden and Vermilion Valley Vineyards
Mini
- A short, relaxed session
- Download your edited gallery
- 20+ Edited Photos
- Detailed Retouching of 5 Favorites
- 1 Location in Northeast Ohio
- Indoor or Outdoor
- Session planning included
Standard
- More variety and time for outfit change
- Download your edited gallery
- 40+ Edited Photos
- Detailed Retouching of 8 Favorites
- 1 Location: Northeast Ohio
- Indoor or Outdoor
- Session planning included
Story
- A fuller story across two locations
- Download your edited gallery
- 70+ Edited Photos
- Detailed Retouching of 12 Favorites
- 2 Locations in Northeast Ohio
- Indoor or Outdoor
- Session planning included
Every package includes an online gallery of finished photos you can download, share, and print. All delivered photos receive color and exposure edits; the listed number of favorites also receives detailed retouching. We’ll confirm any additional travel costs before you book, especially for two locations farther apart.
Engagement Photos in Places That Mean Something to You
A memorable engagement session starts with a setting that suits the two of you. Cleveland offers striking indoor architecture, the museums and gardens of University Circle, and the open shoreline of Lake Erie. I also photograph couples throughout Northeast Ohio, including gardens, vineyards, and waterfront locations in several counties, including Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain and Stark.
We can keep the session in one place or plan two complementary settings. I’ll help you think through the light, travel time, and a mix of close portraits and wider photographs that show where your story happened.
Let’s Plan Your Engagement Photos
Tell me what you’re picturing: Cleveland architecture, a garden, a Lake Erie sunset, or a place that matters to you. I’ll help you choose a setting and plan the timing for the best light.
Call Mike at (216) 236-4742 or email me about your session.
From Cleveland Landmarks to Lake Erie Sunsets
An engagement session can feel entirely different depending on where we begin. The Arcade brings grand indoor architecture into the photographs. Around Wade Lagoon in University Circle, the water, paths, and Cleveland Museum of Art offer a mix of intimate portraits and wider views. At Huntington Beach in Bay Village, the shoreline changes with the evening light.
I photograph couples beyond Cleveland, too. Schoepfle Garden in Lorain County offers flowers, trees, and quiet paths, while a vineyard can bring a different mood to the same session. These are examples of what’s possible, not a fixed list of places you must choose from. We can start with a location you love or find one together.
One Setting or Two?
A single location gives us time to explore without rushing. We can make close portraits, photographs that show the setting, and a few playful images as the session unfolds. For a longer story, two locations can add variety—perhaps a garden followed by a vineyard, or University Circle followed by a Lake Erie sunset. We’ll plan the route and timing before the session so the second stop adds something meaningful.
Engagements, Surprise Proposals, and the Seasons Ahead
Planning a surprise proposal? I can help you settle on a spot, work out a simple cue, and photograph the moment as it happens. Afterward, we can take portraits while you enjoy the excitement together.
Late October and early November can still bring beautiful color in Northeast Ohio. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s visits can also be a chance to celebrate an engagement and gather photos while you’re together.
Have a date or location in mind? Call (216) 236-4742 or email me and we’ll talk through it.