Matthew + Makenzie | A Rainy-Day Winn Park Engagement
Matthew and Makenzie’s love story started at UGA. They were friends first. Over time, that friendship turned into something more—just like my husband and me. That made this proposal even more special to capture.
Matthew reached out to me with a plan. He told me he had driven by this area and decided he wanted a Winn Park engagement. I had shot there prior and loved the location, so I was really excited to get to shoot this for him and Makenzie! It’s quiet, tucked away, and full of charm and in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. We watched the weather closely because of the off-and-on rain. Thankfully, the skies gave us just enough time to make it happen. A little rain didn’t stop the magic. This Winn Park engagement had everything—love, laughter, family, and a little rain in the forecast to keep it interesting.
The proposal moment itself wasn’t a total surprise to Makenzie. Based on how the weekend had gone, she had a strong feeling it was coming. That’s actually more common than people think. But what she didn’t know? Matthew had planned one more surprise. Just down the street, both sets of parents waited out of sight. Once Makenzie said “yes,” he gave the signal—and they walked up to join the celebration.
Her reaction? Even bigger than during the proposal. I always tell my guys that these reactions, when family joins in, are some of the best. And Makenzie proved me right! She was shocked, so touched, and couldn’t stop smiling through her happy tears. It was such a sweet moment to watch. Matthew really nailed it.
After all the hugs and happy tears, they popped a bottle and “cheersed” to the newly engaged couple! we walked through the park for a mini engagement session. The rain held off long enough for us to capture some beautiful, cozy shots. Their joy was written all over their faces.
I’m so glad we got to pull it off together. I’ll always remember this sweet Winn Park engagement and the way Matthew made it unforgettable.
