Dreaming of incorporating your boat for your engagement session or intimate elopement?! As a Southwest Florida wedding photographer who’s been lucky enough to document multiple love stories on and off the water, I say, LET’S DO IT! This Matlacha, FL, engagement session featured all of my favs - the beautiful Florida coast, a boat, and an adventurous couple ready for anything! A DREAM!!


Marissa and Sam are the easiest to celebrate, so fun to be around, and just the absolute best! They currently live in Atlanta but visit the beautiful Matlacha, Florida, often! Hurricane Ian unfortunately caused some damage, but the Florida fight prevailed, and repairs have since been made. These two LOVE to be on the water, so their Matlacha, FL, engagement session was PERFECT! We got to enjoy the water and the surrounding area, which was just beautiful!


Looking for a colorful and vibrant paradise just off the Gulf Coast?! Matlacha, Florida, is where you need to be! It's the perfect place to relax, unwind, and celebrate your engagement! Matlacha has a rich history dating back to the 1800s, and today it's home to the top fishing spots, fun art, delicious seafood, and all the best boating! 


Speaking of boating, I can think of a few reasons why you NEED to incorporate your boat into your engagement session. If you and your partner share a love for boating, this is the perfect way to add that personal touch! Not to mention that being on the boat means GORGEOUS views. Whether you're out on the water or docked at a marina, the beauty of the surrounding landscape is always picture-perfect! And last but not least, boats are just FUN! You and your partner can enjoy time on the boat while celebrating your love! 


I hope this fun Matlacha, FL, engagement session reminds you to do exactly what YOU want for your engagement session and wedding day! I am so excited about these two and cannot wait for their wedding at the beautiful Tarpon Lodge in November this year! I just KNOW it is going to be fun, fun, fun! Cheers to the happy couple and their beautiful love!🥂

Couple drive boat together during their Matlacha, FL, Engagement Session
Two people stand on their boat during their Matlacha, FL, Engagement Session
couple sit together in their boat during their Matlacha, FL, Engagement Session
Man and woman share a moment together on their boat during their Matlacha, FL, Engagement Session
Woman sits on mans lap on the boat for Sam Copland Photo
Woman cuddle man close for Sam Copland Photo
Man drives boat and woman holds onto him for Sam Copland Photo
couple share a kiss on the boat for Sam Copland Photo
couple stand together on the boat for Southwest Florida Wedding Photographer
Couple drink together on their boat for Southwest Florida Wedding Photographer
Man and woman sit together on their boat for Southwest Florida Wedding Photographer
couple walk together on the dock for Southwest Florida Wedding Photographer
Couple hold hands on the dock together for Matlacha, FL, Engagement Session
Man and woman smile at one another during their Matlacha, FL, Engagement Session
Stunning engagement ring shown off during a Matlacha, FL, Engagement Session