Best Engagement Session Locations in Windsor-Essex County

If you’ve stumbled upon this post, there’s a good chance you’re engaged, congrats!! This is such an exciting time, and an engagement session is the perfect way to celebrate your love. Choosing the right location is key, it sets the entire vibe of your shoot and even influences what you’ll wear.

In this post, I’ll share some of the most stunning engagement photo locations in Windsor-Essex County. Whether you’re drawn to natural scenery, urban vibes, or something uniquely you, I’ve got you covered. And of course, I’m always open to exploring new locations or traveling to make your dream session come to life!

How to Pick the Perfect Location

My number one tip for engaged couples? Think about your relationship and choose a session that truly reflects you! Before we dive into the best locations, take a moment to ask yourselves these questions, they’ll help spark ideas and ensure your engagement session feels personal and meaningful.

Questions to Help You Choose the Perfect Spot:

• Where was your favourite date together? A meaningful location can add a sentimental touch to your photos.

• What activities do you love doing as a couple? Whether it’s hiking, wine tasting, walking your dog together, or strolling downtown, your session should reflect your relationship.

• Where did you get engaged? This spot might already hold special significance for you.

• Do you love the outdoors, or do you prefer a cozy indoor setting? Your comfort level matters!

• Are you more glitz and glam, or do you prefer a casual, relaxed look? The vibe of your location should match your personal style.

Once you’ve considered these factors, you’ll be ready to pick the perfect spot. Now, let’s dive into the best engagement session locations in Windsor-Essex County!

Urban Locations

Downtown YQG & Maiden lane

Downtown Windsor has so much to offer, urban brick walls, rose city graffiti, cute cafés and the famous maiden lane with white walled buildings and modern string lights.

Walkerville

With warm tones and brick buildings as well as local artist's shops and modern cafés - Walkerville presents itself as the perfect "date night" photoshoot spot. Bonus: It's only a few minutes away from Willistead Manor and Park so you can get a mix of urban and slight nature feels!

Downtown Detroit 

The ideal urban photoshoot location - there are so many different spots to go in Detroit! We can explore some art filled alleyways, walk through the downtown core with unique architecture and building lights, you can share a moment with a cocktail, glass of wine or coffee. The DIA, Book Tower, Detroit Library, and many other historic locations make for gorgeous location options!

Main Street in Kingsville

I also love exploring the main streets of small towns around Windsor-Essex County. One of my favourite small town strips is in Kingsville. With the beautiful blue building of The Grove Hotel, brick walls, and all the unique small shops and cafes, there is so much to offer here. This spot is also super close to some nature-filled areas, including Lakeside Park - giving you the best of both worlds for your engagement session!

Nature Locations

Ojibway Park 

Ojibway Park is a gorgeous location for your nature filled, simple outdoor photoshoot. The backdrop of forest, pond, and prairies is beautiful in any season!

Brunet Park

Brunet Park is a popular spot in LaSalle with so much to offer! Forest lined paths, an open field, creeks and the perfect arched trees to frame your photos can again provide a gorgeous but simple location, to keep the focus on you!

Holiday Beach Conservation Area

Holiday Beach is one of my nature-filled spots with many different looks and feels to offer. This beautiful park has beaches, forests, a boardwalk, and even a lookout tower! There is a small fee to enter, but so worth it! (there is an entrance fee)

Two Creeks Conservation Area

Located in Wheatly, Ontario, Two Creeks is a huge nature area with so much to offer! Sky high trees, forest lined trails, old bridges and an 1897 railway bridge tunnel are just a few of the things we can explore here!

Lakeside Park

Located in Kingsville, this park is my favourite spot there! It runs along the waterfront, with trees and beach along the shoreline, as well as a gorgeous stone bridge and layered lands. Bonus: it is only a few minutes away from the main strip of Kingsville with cute hotels, bakeshops and cafes!

Malden Park

There are truly so many spots to explore at Malden Park (located in Windsor, ON)! With the huge pond, tall hills, forest, tree lined paths, cat- tails, and open fields, Malden park has got it all!

Indoor Locations

Studio Rentals

If you’re interested in an in-studio session, reach out and I can send you some amazing options in and around Windsor-Essex! There are studios with bright and airy feels, boho vibes, or even industrial looks! Studio rentals are usually between $200-$400.

In Home

There are endless possibilities for your in home session but some ideas are: baking or cooking together, cuddling on the couch or the bed, making coffee, dancing in the kitchen, crafts with the kids, playing with the dog, chilling in the hot tub or pool. These sessions can be simple, extravagant, romantic or cozy, and will totally 100% represent you!

Restaurants / Cafes / Small Shops

Are you looking to tell a story with your session? Consider sharing the story of your first date at a coffee shop by doing your shoot there, how you love to get breakfast together every weekend at the nearby diner, or even your love for local shopping, bookstores or record shops. Your session can be whatever you make of it!

Ready to Book Your Engagement Session?

Choosing the right location is just the beginning! No matter where we go, the most important thing is capturing you; your love, your connection, and your unique story. If you’re ready to book your engagement session, let’s chat and bring your vision to life! Contact me today to start planning!

Thanks for reading!

-Sarah Nichol Photography