There’s just something special about Amana — cobblestone charm, ivy-covered brick, and that cozy, old-world feel that makes you want to slow down and soak it all in. That’s exactly what we did with Elizabeth and Jacob during their engagement session near Hotel Millwright.


These two have the kind of connection that’s easy — full of laughter, natural chemistry, and the kind of comfort that comes from doing life side by side. They’ve known each other since 2015, but it wasn’t until spring of 2022 that sparks officially flew. And since then? They’ve been inseparable.

A couple in white clothing share an intimate moment while standing outside a brick building with a classic lamp post.
A couple stands together among wildflowers and tall grass in front of a brick building with a white window and lantern.
A couple stands close together on a garden path outside a white building with multiple windows during a romantic moment.
A couple in white outfits dance and laugh together outside a white building on a sunny day.
A couple walking hand in hand on a sidewalk in front of a brick building during golden hour.
A couple dressed in white sharing a joyful laugh together outside a brick building with a vintage lamp post.
A happy couple embraces outdoors in formal attire against a brick building on their wedding day.
A romantic couple in white outfits embrace outside a brick building on a sunny day.
A romantic couple in white outfits share a tender moment while laughing together against a brick wall backdrop.

Their favorite thing to do together? Everything. Whether they’re traveling, exploring somewhere new, or just enjoying a regular day together, they make the most of every moment.


Jacob planned the dreamiest proposal on June 23rd, 2023 — complete with dinner, a sunset, giant light-up “MARRY ME” letters, a surprise photographer, and all their favorite people waiting to celebrate. (Honestly, proposals should always include family and twinkle lights.)

A couple walks together along a grassy path beside a white building with brick-trimmed windows in warm lighting.
A couple poses together in white clothing beside a building with wildflowers blooming in the garden.
A couple in white clothing pose together outdoors in a garden with flowers and tall grasses.
Two people in white clothing share a tender embrace and laugh together outside a brick building with a lamp post.
A romantic couple shares an intimate kiss outdoors with a brick wall and yellow flowers in the background.
Couple in coordinating white outfits poses together among yellow wildflowers outside a brick building.
Happy couple poses in a garden of yellow wildflowers against a brick wall with a white dress and dress shirt.
A romantic couple in white embraces in front of a rustic brick wall and window.

As we wandered through Amana during their session, their joy was contagious. They laughed, twirled, and made it so easy for Chase to capture every sweet moment. Elizabeth said it best: “It was a lot of fun and Chase made it so easy to feel comfortable and relaxed.”


They’re counting down the days to their wedding and most looking forward to celebrating with the people they love — and dreaming of everything that comes next as they build their life together.

A couple in white outfits share an intimate moment together while holding hands outside a white building in natural light.
Romantic couple embraces on a sidewalk outside a white building with rustic windows and wild flowers growing nearby.
A couple stands close together outdoors against a white building backdrop with wild grass in the foreground.
A romantic couple in matching white and denim outfits lean against a brick building as the sun sets in the background.
A tender moment between a couple against a brick wall during golden hour with tall grass in the foreground.
A romantic couple in white shirts and jeans share a tender kiss against a brick wall backdrop with flowers.
A couple in white shirts and jeans stands on a sidewalk in front of a brick building with white entrance doors.
A couple walks hand in hand down a sidewalk beside a brick building with street lamps and wildflowers.
A romantic couple dressed in white shirts and jeans share a tender kiss on a sidewalk during golden hour.
A couple embraces by a vintage lamp post outside a historic brick building at sunset.
Romantic couple in matching white shirts and jeans share an intimate moment against a white wall with wheat grass.
Couple sharing a tender kiss outside a brick building with tall windows and ornate architecture.

Elizabeth and Jacob, your love is the real deal. We can’t wait to photograph the next chapter.

A romantic couple in matching white shirts shares an intimate moment in soft golden sunlight.

Amana, Iowa Engagement Photographer 

Looking for romantic, relaxed engagement photos in Amana, Iowa? We’re now booking sessions in the Amana Colonies and beyond — reach out and let’s plan your perfect session!

PHOTOGRAPHER: CHASE WAGONER