Kaitlyn reached out to me about engagement photos in Los Angeles, near where she grew up. The couple currently live in the Bay Area, but they wanted to do a Los Angeles bar/ neighborhood adventure for their engagement session. Our time together began at the charming Tam O'Shanter, a Los Feliz landmark restaurant that holds a special place in the couple's hearts. This cozy Scottish pub, with its warm atmosphere and delicious food, has been a favorite spot for them since they first started dating. Kaitlyn and carter enjoyed a few drinks and laughter before venturing out into the Los Feliz neighborhood for a colorful Los Angeles photo shoot. This whole session was done on 35mm film and digital- and I am sharing a mix of both together!

A man and woman wait at the Tam O'Shanter Bar to be served.
Two hands hold alcoholic drinks, a woman showing off an engagement ring on her left hand
A couple dancing together under a vintage neon sign outside a brick building on a sunny day at Tam O'Shanter in Los Feliz.
A romantic couple shares an intimate moment in front of a well-stocked bar with illuminated shelves of liquor bottles at Tam O'Shanter.
A woman laughs and hold her hand on her face at a restaurant in Los Angeles for engagement photos
A woman gives her fiance a sip of his drink for their bar engagement session.
35mm film photo of couple sharing an intimate moment at a bar with red cabinets and liquor bottles displayed in the background.
35mm film photo shows couple sits together in a cozy pub corner with wood paneling and plaid artwork on the walls behind them.

Choosing a meaningful location for engagement photos


Selecting a location that has personal significance to you can make your engagement photos even more special. Whether it's the park where you first met, the beach where you got engaged, or a favorite restaurant, choosing a place that holds meaning for you will help your photos convey your own unique story. If there's no easily accessible location that is meaningful to you, try to incorporate just one idea that holds special meaning- by wearing a piece of jewelry from your significant other, or even playing a song in the background that is special to you.


One of my favorite parts of this restaurant property is the telephone booth that was outside. We had a lot of fun using it for some interesting angles for photos! Getting to flex my creative muscles is why I love going to new locations for sessions. It's a win win of going to a place I know and feeling confident in my spots, or of going someplace new and really getting to be creative and have fun with my couples.


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Artistic portrait through window blinds showing romantic couple in an intimate moment.
A couple sits close together in formal attire against a brick wall with circular decorative art hanging above them in Los Feliz.
A couple walk holding hands in front of Tam O'Shanter in Los Feliz.
Candid black and white portrait of a couple sharing a joyful moment indoors.
Couple shares intimate moment against brick wall with vintage decor.
Couple holds hands while walking towards Tam O' Shanter sign outside brick building.
A couple in formal attire share a romantic moment in front of exposed brick walls and vintage decor.
35mm film photo of couple walking together on garden path surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A man and woman kiss through the glass of a phone booth for a film engagement session in Los Feliz Los Angeles.
A vintage phone booth is photographed for an engagement session in Los Feliz.
35mm film photo of couple laughing together against brick wall with colorful circular artwork display.
A woman shows off her engagement ring on 35mm film for an engagement session in Los Feliz Los Angeles
A woman smiles as a man kisses her cheek for an engagement photo session in Los Feliz neighborhood Los Angeles.
35mm film photo of romantic moment shared under outdoor pergola with hanging lantern and greenery.
Romantic moment by classic red British telephone booth in garden setting in Los Angeles.
A romantic couple sharing an intimate moment while sitting against an exposed brick wall with decorative plates displayed above.
A couple poses together outdoors under dappled tree shadows, with the person wearing a floral print shirt and suit jacket.
A woman in a black dress smiles for engagement photos in Los Angeles at Tam O'Shanter.
A couple sit on a plaid chair with drinks at the Tam O'Shanter in Los Angeles posing for engagement photos.
Two martini glasses clink together in a toast during an intimate moment at a bar in Los Angeles.
A couple sits at a rustic wooden table in a dimly lit restaurant with dark wood paneling.
A couple sits at a bar counter in a dark, cozy pub with exposed wooden beams and bottles in the background.

Exploring Los Feliz


As a Los Angeles photographer specializing in film and digital photography, I love exploring the diverse and charming neighborhoods of the city. Los Feliz is one of my favorite spots for engagement photo shoots. Its eclectic mix of vintage shops, cozy cafes, and stunning Griffith Park views provides a beautiful backdrop. The neighborhood's unique blend of old-world charm and modern-day cool makes it the perfect location for creating timeless and artistic images. My couple really wanted some vintage Los Angeles city vibes, and we found it in some cool architecture, colorful murals, hotel signs, and the Los Feliz Blvd. sign.

35mm film photo of Los Angeles city photo engagement session. A couple walks across the street and shows their shadows.
Close-up of tender moment showing a person's hand resting on someone's shoulder wearing a navy suit and floral bowtie showing off engagement
A black and white photo of a couple embracing outside a storefront with a vintage feel.
A man and woman in black kiss as a car whirs past them on Los Feliz BLVD.
A couple shares an intimate moment against a backdrop of manicured hedges on a sunny sidewalk.
Close-up black and white photo of a hand displaying an elegant solitaire engagement ring in Los Angeles.
A couple poses together outside a vintage motel with a retro neon sign visible in the background.
A black and white photo shows a couple holding hands walking in Los Feliz Los Angeles for engagement photos
A couple stands in front of a colorful hummingbird mural in Los Feliz California.
A black and white photo of a man and woman looking at each other in front of a brick wall in Los Feliz Los Angeles.

Our Los Feliz engagement session was a delightful adventure filled with laughter, love, and fun photo stops, including walking by a cat cafe/ rescue. As a Los Angeles film photographer specializing in documentary photography, I'm grateful for the opportunity to work with such amazing couples like Kaitlyn and Carter! Whether you're planning a traditional engagement shoot or something more unique, I'm here to help you create lasting memories that will be cherished for years to come. Let's start planning your engagement session today! I'm happy to help you brainstorm places, ideas, and more.

A content white cat rests on a window ledge, eyes closed in peaceful relaxation.