There’s something special about photographing a couple who not only loves each other deeply, but genuinely enjoys being around each other — and that’s exactly the vibe Brooklyn and Blake brought to their session.


We met up at George Wyth State Park in Waterloo, just before sunset. The light was soft and golden, pouring into the tall grass and giving us the dreamiest backdrop for this session. Brooklyn and Blake were a little nervous on the drive over (they told us they’d been chatting about it in the car!) — but you’d never know it from the photos. Within minutes, they were relaxed, laughing, and fully leaning into the experience together.

Romantic couple embraces intimately in golden sunlight while sharing tender moment in floral summer dress and white shirt.
A couple in casual attire embraces and smiles at each other in a golden-lit field with trees at sunset.
Romantic couple holding hands in a sun-drenched field during golden hour with warm backlit glow through tall grass.
A couple laughs together in a golden field at sunset with trees silhouetted in the background.
A couple shares a candid moment of laughter in a golden sunlit field during sunset.
A romantic couple shares a tender kiss in a golden sunlit field at sunset.

These two met their freshman year at Wartburg College, where they’re both studying social work. They’re fun, faithful, and full of love — not just for each other, but for the people around them. Brooklyn lights up with a joyful personality and the kind of smile that’s totally contagious. Blake has a kind heart and a calm energy that instantly makes you feel at ease. Together, they’re silly, affectionate, and full of warmth.


They described their session as feeling like a “date night,” and honestly, it was exactly that — full of laughter, sweet moments, and even a few unexpected jokes from Blake that made Brooklyn laugh mid-pose (those are always the best moments to capture).

Romantic couple embraces in golden sunlit field of tall grass during sunset with trees in background.
A romantic couple embraces in a sunlit forest setting, with the woman in a floral dress and man in casual white shirt.
A couple embraces during a romantic sunset photoshoot in a golden autumn field.

Their favorite thing to do together? Spending quality time — whether it’s sipping coffee, going for a walk, or heading to church on a Sunday. It’s clear that wherever they are, they’re just happy to be in each other’s company.


Brooklyn and Blake, thank you for letting us capture this sweet season of your relationship. Your joy is genuine, your love is steady, and it was such an honor to photograph it all.

Behind the Scenes


A little peek at the magic in action — Chase photographing Brooklyn & Blake during golden hour.

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Photographer: chase wagoner

content creator: hailee corlett