This Philly engagement session in Old City, Philadelphia, was a dreamboat of a session. I met Reese and Jesse at one of their favorite spots for a cozy engagement session to celebrate their upcoming wedding! This session felt so classic, and Old City Philadelphia could not have been more picturesque on this fall day. We took photos at the iconic Elfreths Alley and Merchants Exchange building, which could not have been more perfect – especially considering how they knocked it out of the park with wardrobe! Their looks were timeless, and I loved Reese’s all-white ensembles! The off-the-shoulder sweater was perfection, and Jeese looked so dapper and handsome!

Reese & Jesse Philly Engagement Session

I had the best time getting to know Reese and Jeese more during their engagement sessions. These sessions are a natural and beautiful segue into building a client relationship before the big day.

For many couples, the engagement session is the first time you’re photographed together as a couple in a professional way. It’s an excellent opportunity to get comfortable in front of the camera. It’s also the perfect time to get a feel for our natural posing methods so you’ll feel like a pro by the time your wedding arrives.

Reese and Jesse were so fun to photograph, and I love that they felt like naturals by the end of our session. If you’re a bit nervous going into your session, don’t worry. We’ll hold your hand every step of the way so you will always feel comfortable and confident in what to do next. You can learn more about our process in this blog post!

We cannot wait to photograph these two on their wedding day in 2025, and we can’t wait to celebrate a new year with all of you! Thank you for the most amazing wedding season!

Hope Helmuth is a Luxury Destination wedding photographer based in Bucks County, PA & NYC. Hope specializes in timeless, candid, and romantic wedding imagery, serving modern couples across the East Coast, Hudson Valley, and internationally. For more information about the experience or to book your destination wedding, you can find more information here.