Celebrate the Beginning of Your Forever
You’re engaged—congratulations! This is such a meaningful time in your love story. Whether you’re recently engaged or planning your save-the-dates, an engagement session is a fun and romantic way to capture who you are together.
My engagement sessions in Bellingham, WA, are relaxed, light-hearted, and filled with laughter. From candid smiles to scenic backdrops, you’ll walk away with timeless images that reflect your unique bond—and a gallery full of photos you’ll love for years to come.
Hi, I’m Katheryn
I’ve been photographing couples in Bellingham and the Pacific Northwest since 2010. Engagement sessions are some of my favorite shoots because there’s no pressure—just the two of you, being yourselves.
As a wedding and engagement photographer, I specialize in light-and-bright photography with a candid, natural feel. Whether you dream of a beach session at Squalicum Beach or a cozy downtown Bellingham vibe, I’ll help you choose the perfect location and guide you through every moment.
What To Expect
Engagement sessions aren’t just about photos—they’re about celebrating your love, creating memories, and getting comfortable in front of the camera before your wedding day.
Couples often tell me they treasure these photos just as much as their wedding portraits, because they reflect this exciting, joyful chapter of their lives. By working with me, you can expect:
Couples often tell me they treasure these photos just as much as their wedding portraits, because they reflect this exciting, joyful chapter of their lives. By working with me, you can expect:
A Relaxed, Fun Experience
Even if you’ve never been in front of a professional camera before, I promise you’ll have fun. I’ll help you feel comfortable and confident so we can capture your true connection—no stiff poses or awkward moments.
Locations You’ll Love
From the stunning sunset views from Boulevard Park to the forests of Whatcom Falls Park, I’ll help you choose a setting that feels right for your style and story.
Locations You’ll Love
From the stunning sunset views from Boulevard Park to the forests of Whatcom Falls Park, I’ll help you choose a setting that feels right for your style and story.
Memories to Share
Your engagement photos are perfect for save-the-dates & wedding invitations, your wedding website, guestbook albums, or just framing for your home. Plus, this session gives us a chance to get to know each other before your big day!
Engagement Photography Packages
Whether you’re planning a surprise proposal, marking your engagement, or just celebrating your relationship, I offer sessions designed for joy, comfort, and connection.
Looking for a wedding photographer? Most of my wedding packages include complimentary engagement sessions. Find out more.
Classic Engagement Photography
Perfect for couples looking to create a meaningful collection of photos in one beautiful location.
60-minute photo session
One Bellingham-area location
High-resolution digital images
Online gallery for easy viewing and sharing
Luxe Engagement Photography
For couples who want more time, travel, looks—ideal for beaches, forests, or mountain views!
120-minute session
Two locations or outfit changes
High-resolution digital images
Online gallery for easy viewing and sharing
Engagement + Wedding Photography
Capture your full love story with this all-in-one package—from the moment you say “yes” to “I do.”
8+ hours of coverage
Free engagement session
High-resolution digital images
Online gallery for easy viewing and sharing
Custom wedding timeline
Frequently Asked Questions
I recommend scheduling your session 6–9 months before your wedding or as soon as you’re ready to start celebrating your engagement! The time of day will depend on the location, vibe you’re going for and time of year. We will work through this together!
My signature, award-winning style brings a fresh, light, and natural feel to every Bellingham engagement session. Blending the realness of photojournalism with the beauty of fine art, I capture those spontaneous, joy-filled moments alongside thoughtfully composed portraits. The result? Images that are as genuine, vibrant, and full of heart as your love story itself.
Wear what makes you feel confident and comfortable! Some couples want to keep it casual and others like to dress to the nines- it really depends on what you’d like the session to feel like. Depending on the package you book, we can do a wardrobe change halfway through!
Absolutely. I love when couples bring elements that are meaningful to their story—whether that’s a pup, a picnic, or a special location, we’ll work together to get professional photos that wow!
Yes! I’d be honored to capture your proposal. I can help you plan the perfect surprise, from location scouting to timing. Just let me know what you’re envisioning.
Absolutely! While I’m based in beautiful Bellingham, WA, I regularly travel for engagements, weddings, and elopements—whether that’s down to Seattle or across the globe. I’ve worked in Hawaii, Germany, Oregon, Wisconsin.. I love to travel for work. Every love story is unique, and we’ll chat about any travel details when we customize your package. So whether you’re planning an adventurous destination wedding or a cozy celebration close to home, I’d be thrilled to capture it all. Let’s talk about your vision and where your story begins!
Thanks to my many years of experience in the industry and my diverse portfolio, I can offer insights and recommendations not just for the best places to take photos, but also for vendors, venues, and more. More than a wedding and engagement photographer, I’m your ally who can help you plan your big day.
Lindsay Hosseini
I cannot say enough positive things about working with Katy. She is always professional, arrives early for any meeting or event we’ve scheduled, and shows up smiling, optimistic, and with plenty of creative ideas on how to make a shoot feel relaxed, fun, and unique. She is highly responsive via email which makes communicating with…
Meagan Southworth
Katheryn is THE BEST!!!!! My husband and I have been fortunate enough to work with her twice, once in 2020 for our wedding and again in 2022 for our wedding reception. Covid ruined our initial plans to elope in Ireland, but it led us to a magical wedding at a local park with Katheryn! She…
Erin Lennon
Katheryn was a pleasure to work with for both our engagement and wedding photography this year! She made the photo shoots comfortable and fun, her communication throughout was professional and comprehensive, and the final photos were absolutely stunning. It’s clear that Katheryn cares for her clients and her business – she delivers a quality experience that…
Jennifer Worthley
Katy is amazing. Her and her husband were the photographers for my wedding and I have to say I was blown away with the whole experience from start to finish! From the communication in the beginning to set up for a smooth day to capturing all the moments I knew I wanted along with so…
Katherine Stockwell
My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Katheryn for our engagement, rehearsal dinner and wedding photos. Katheryn (& Charles) knew exactly how to wrangle our large and rowdy wedding party & families, so we got exactly the photos we wanted, and she made it fit in our short time allowance. Katheryn had…