Why Spring Is the Secret Time for Engagement Sessions in the Twin Cities

By Kjerstin, Owner of Empowered Lotus Photography

You said “yes.”
And now the excitement begins — venue shopping, dress browsing, and scrolling through Pinterest boards at 1 a.m. dreaming about your wedding day.

But here’s a little secret most couples don’t realize: spring is the most underrated (and magical) season for engagement photos in Minnesota.

While everyone else rushes to book summer or fall sessions, spring quietly blooms with opportunity — golden light, fresh color, and the calm before wedding season hits full speed.

If you’ve been wondering when to plan your engagement session in the Twin Cities, let me share why spring might just be your best-kept secret.

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1. Soft, Dreamy Light That Flatters Every Couple

Spring sunlight in Minnesota is special — it’s warm enough to glow, yet soft enough to flatter every skin tone.

That gentle, golden-hour light makes your love story feel cinematic. Whether we’re capturing laughter in the fields at Schaar’s Bluff Trail or slow dancing by Lake Harriet, the light in April and May wraps everything in this romantic, painterly glow that summer’s harsh sun just can’t replicate.

Pro tip: Evening sessions between 5 – 7 p.m. are pure magic this time of year.

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2. Nature’s Backdrop Is Waking Up — and It’s Gorgeous

Spring in Minneapolis and St. Paul feels like watching the world take its first deep breath again.

The cherry blossoms at Irvine Park, the fresh greens in Minnehaha Falls, the soft petals floating through the breeze at Centennial Lakes Park — all of it creates a natural, organic setting for your engagement photos.

Each spring session feels alive — a reflection of that same fresh start you’re stepping into as a couple.

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3. It’s Peaceful Before Peak Season

Here’s the truth: photographers, venues, and outdoor spaces book up fast once June hits.

In spring, everything’s calmer.
Less waiting, less crowds, less stress — and a lot more space to simply be.

You can take your time, explore your favorite Twin Cities locations without bumping into five other couples doing the same thing, and enjoy the process instead of rushing through it.

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4. Perfect Timing for Save-the-Dates & Wedding Décor

When you book your engagement session in spring, you’ll have your gallery ready just in time for summer wedding planning.

You can use your photos for:

• Save-the-dates & invitations
• Your wedding website
• Reception décor (hello, custom prints!)
• Guest books or slideshows

It’s not just beautiful timing — it’s practical too.

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5. A Season That Feels Like a Fresh Start

There’s something poetic about taking engagement photos during a season that symbolizes renewal and growth.

Your relationship is blooming, your next chapter is unfolding, and the entire world around you is bursting with color and life.

As a photographer, my favorite part is watching couples open up during spring sessions — shedding the stress of winter and stepping into something new together.

That’s what this season is about.
New beginnings.
Soft joy.
Fresh love.

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Let’s Capture Your Love Story This Spring

If you’re recently engaged and dreaming of photos that feel effortless, warm, and uniquely you — spring is calling.

At Empowered Lotus Photography, every engagement session is designed to feel like a date, not a photoshoot. We’ll laugh, explore, and create art that celebrates the way you love each other — unfiltered and genuine.

✨ Let’s make this spring your season of love.
Book your Twin Cities engagement session today at Empowered Lotus Photography.

Because the best stories are captured while they’re still unfolding. 💞