Snowy Engagement Session at Santiam Pass | Tilly & Jacob
There’s something extra special about snowy engagement sessions — the quiet, the movement, the way couples naturally lean into each other to stay warm. Tilly and Jacob’s engagement session up at Santiam Pass was exactly that kind of magic.
Fresh snow covered the ground, tall evergreens framed the views, and the whole session felt playful, cozy, and completely effortless. Winter sessions have a way of stripping things back to what really matters — connection, movement, and genuine moments — and these two leaned right into it.
Tilly and Jacob were full of laughter, running through the snow, warming up in between shots, and just being fully present together. The cold didn’t slow them down one bit — if anything, it made the session even more fun. Snowy sessions naturally encourage interaction, which is why they’re such a great option for couples who want candid, authentic images that don’t feel stiff or overly posed.
They’ll be tying the knot in 2027, and this session felt like the perfect start to documenting their story — adventurous, playful, and full of love.
Snowy engagement sessions are an incredible option for couples who:
- Want a more candid, movement-based session
- Love a cozy, romantic, or adventurous feel
- Don’t mind embracing the season instead of avoiding it
- Want something a little different from the typical golden-hour look
Winter light is soft and flattering, snowy landscapes feel timeless, and the overall experience is one you’ll remember just as much as the photos themselves.
If you’re dreaming of an engagement session that feels fun, intimate, and a little adventurous — winter might be calling your name.
Including your pups in your engagement session is such a fun way to make the experience feel even more personal. Tilly and Jacob brought their dog along for part of their snowy session, and it added so much personality, movement, and joy to the photos.
Dogs naturally encourage playfulness — whether that’s running through the snow, stopping for cuddle breaks, or laughing through the chaos — and those moments almost always turn into the most candid images. For winter sessions especially, pups help keep things light, interactive, and relaxed.
If you’re thinking about bringing your dog to your engagement session, I always recommend:
- Bringing treats or a favorite toy
- Planning for a mix of photos with and without your pup
- Bringing a friend to help when your dog needs a break
Your engagement session should feel like you — and if your pup is part of your everyday life, they absolutely deserve a spot in your photos too.
Want to see what this snowy engagement session was really like? I filmed a behind-the-scenes “come along with me” video from Tilly and Jacob’s session at Santiam Pass — from running through the snow to capturing those candid, in-between moments that make winter sessions so fun.
👉 Watch the behind-the-scenes video here: [TikTok link]
If you’re curious what a winter engagement session actually feels like, this video gives you a real look at the experience — movement, laughter, cold fingers and all. Snowy sessions are playful, candid, and honestly such a memorable way to document this season of life.
