More than a year prior to the wedding, Mr. Plane and I had the opportunity to finally work with our amazing photographer for the first time. We had our engagement photo session scheduled for the second weekend in September, one of my favorite times of the year, in Ann Arbor, one of my favorite places in Michigan. There is nothing like September in Ann Arbor. There is an energy in the city that only exists during the fall, and I think we were able to capture some of that in our photos.
We started in the afternoon in U-M’s Arboretum (or the Arb as it is more commonly referred to) getting some “nature-y” shots. The Arb is a little nature amid the hustle of the city—it makes me think of what Ann Arbor used to look like, when it was dubbed “Tree City.” Prior to the shoot, Mr. Plane and I took a trip to the Arb and scouted out some locations.
Above photos personal
Here are some of the shots we ended up with!
Above photos by studiOsnap
Following these outdoorsy shots, as well as a change of wardrobe, we made our way downtown at dusk for some city shots. Ann Arbor is where our relationship began, and the majority of our dates during our college years happened right here. We still frequent the bars and restaurants of Main Street quite often, which is where the second part of the photo shoot took place.
Main Street Lights by JSmith Photo
Photo via Vinology Ann Arbor
Insert Airplanes!
Above photos by studiOsnap
More engagement photo inspiration to come!
Did you have engagement photos taken? How were the locations special to you?
these are adorable!!! and it’s so lovely that you had them in a place that is so special for you both 
the first photo of you two, where he’s dipping you on the bench is GORG.
Oh man, I love these! I’m a U of M grad, and I’d love to get engagement photos around Ann Arbor. Yours look great – wonderful pictures of the Arb, and I love the ones on Main Street! Definitely some of my favorite spots in the city.
We had our engagement pictures taken at our home. We have 30 acres and are on a lake so there was lots of choice for location!
Congrats! Your pictures are stunning! I have some E-picture jealousy!
Oh I love these! I recognize some of the scenes from my photographer’s pictures… I think she’s shot some in Ann Arbor too
Beautiful! We did our pictures at my parents house. Since we aren’t having the wedding near where I grew up I wanted to have a piece of home for our engagement pictures
I was not prepared for how incredible those photos were going to be. They are fabulous.
@Miss Camera: Thank you!
@AnnArborette: Ann Arbor is a GREAT backdrop — highly recommended!
@Miss Panda: @Mrs. Hyena: @MrHT: Thank you!
@mrshollinger: @Ms_Maple: I love the idea of doing photos at your own or a family member’s home. I’m sure they all came out wonderfully!
@sn2bmrsmntgmry: @Miss Lemur: @Mrs. Pony: @softm: Thank you!
@Miss Blue Whale: I’m very flattered — thank you! We were so happy with how they came out. More will be posting soon!
These are so SWANKY, Miss Airplane! I just love them. I think my favorite is the one of you in sunglasses on the fence. . .a close second being the one of you two at the table. But they’re ALL phenomenal and so stunning.
I love them! The lighting on the day shots is fantastic, but the night shots are to die for.
Miss Airplane, Plymouth, Michigan Age and Occupation: 26, Fundraising Project Coordinator Fiance's Age and Occupation: 27, Food & Beverage Manager Engagement Date: March 31, 2012 Wedding Date: September 2013 Venue: Fox Hills Golf Club & Banquet Center About Me: I'm a true Michigander (born and raised) and a die-hard Wolverine. I am the definition of a multi-tasker and like to believe I am also a perfectionist, but my horrible short-term memory likes to prove otherwise. I'm an English major and a pretty punny girl, so get ready for some really horrible plays on words! When I'm not consumed with wedding planning, I enjoy copious amounts of television and an equally unhealthy addiction to bacon.
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