Sunset at Valens Lake Conservation Area | Puslinch, ON | Engagement | J + S
Filed in Engagement — February 11, 2021
“Even I never dreamed of magic like this.” -CSL
A sunset engagement at Valens Lake
J and S’s engagement session at Valens Lake Conservation Area was pure magic from start to finish. Tucked away in Puslinch, between Cambridge and Hamilton, the lake has quiet water, tall reeds and shady forest trails, all within a short walk of each other.
By the water
We started at the edge of the lake, with the water calm and blue behind them. She wore a black dress covered in bright orange and pink flowers, and he kept it simple in a dark tee, which let her dress really pop against the water and greenery. A few close, cozy moments in the tall grass by the shore turned out to be some of my favourite portraits of the evening.
Into the forest
Next we followed a trail into the woods, where the low sun came streaming through the trees and lit them up from behind. That warm, golden glow on the path is exactly why I love sunset sessions.
Twilight on the lake
We stayed right until the sun went down, finishing with a silhouette on the water as the sky turned pink. Then, just after sunset, the sky faded to a deep blue over the reeds, the perfect quiet ending to a beautiful night.
Tips for a sunset engagement session
- Wear a print or colour you love. A bold floral looks gorgeous against water and greenery.
- Stay past sunset. The deep blue sky just after the sun goes down makes for magical photos.
- Choose a spot with variety. Water, grass and forest trails close together keep a session relaxed.
Planning a Hamilton wedding? See more of my favourite spots as a Hamilton wedding photographer, or K and S’s engagement session at Dundas Peak.
