Naples Engagement Session at The Escalante in Naples, FL
There is something undeniably special about the Escalante Hotel in Naples, Florida. Tucked away in the heart of downtown Naples, this hidden gem feels like stepping into a private European-inspired oasis, making it the perfect backdrop for an effortlessly romantic engagement session.
For this beautiful session, we had the joy of capturing Melanie and Robert, whose style matched the setting perfectly. With chic fashion choices, timeless details, and the lush tropical surroundings of the Escalante, every moment felt elevated yet relaxed.
A Luxury Tropical Escape in the Heart of Naples
From the moment we arrived, the Escalante Hotel offered endless inspiration. The property’s intimate courtyards, striped umbrellas, vine-covered pergolas, and luxurious poolside spaces created a setting that felt both sophisticated and inviting.
One of our favorite parts of this engagement session was blending editorial-inspired portraits with authentic connection. From quiet moments beneath the pergola to playful walks along the poolside, every space at the Escalante Hotel offered a new opportunity to create imagery that felt both stylish and deeply personal.
The tropical greenery, soft architecture, and warm Naples sunshine gave us the perfect combination of luxury and natural beauty. We especially loved incorporating the vibrant banana leaves and intimate lounge spaces to create variety throughout the gallery while keeping the overall aesthetic cohesive.
Melanie and Robert’s engagement session was the perfect reminder that the best photos come from creating space for genuine moments while embracing beautiful surroundings. The Escalante Hotel provided an unforgettable backdrop, but it was this couple’s connection, energy, and effortless style that truly brought the session to life.
We are so excited for their next chapter and feel honored to have documented this season for them.
Wedding at Grace River Island Resort in Fort Myers, FL
Grace River Island Resort feels like a hidden cove off the Caloosahatchee - reachable by a single palm-lined drive yet worlds away from downtown Fort Myers. Inside the airy bridal suite, Megan slipped into a minimalist crepe gown with a dramatic plunge and petal-beaded train, her bridesmaids swirling around her in cool satin tones of ice-blue. Downstairs, Mark toasted with his groomsmen over small-batch bourbon, their classic black tuxes contrasting the resort’s coastal whites and driftwood textures.
Guests took their seats on the 360-degree water-front view, without the sand (hello, heel-friendly turf!). flanked by soaring palms dancing in the breeze. Instead of an arch, the couple chose a crescent of ground florals - white garden roses, fluffy mums, delphinium buds, and baby’s breath - so nothing blocked the endless water view. As Megan walked the aisle, sunlight caught the beading on her veil, creating a shimmer that echoed off the Caloosahatchee. Vows were heartfelt and humorous; a sailboat drifted past at the exact moment they sealed it with a kiss - pure Florida magic.
After “I do,” we chased the pastel sky, weaving through curved palm trunks and along the resort’s dock. Megan’s veil fluttered in the river breeze while Mark’s tux jacket caught pockets of amber light - moments that felt straight out of a vintage postcard.
