Wanted to show off a few highlights from Leah & Asif’s engagement session with city skyline views from Piedmont Park last week!
Because this session was a summer time session in late August, the weather was still fairly hot & humid later in the day. Due to the hot, HOT weather in August, this was an early morning session to take advantage of the coolest time of day!
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Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard and Winery photos have a warm, open feel that’s hard to find closer to the city. Chateau Meichtry is a family-owned winery at 1862 Orchard Lane in Talking Rock, Georgia, in the heart of North Georgia’s Ellijay wine country. Rolling fields, tall grasses and mountain views surround the property.
For an engagement session, that means wide-open landscapes, soft golden light and plenty of room to relax and enjoy each other. Below are photos from a fall engagement session at Chateau Meichtry, plus tips to help you plan your own.
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What Chateau Meichtry Looks Like in Photos
Golden tall grass. In fall, the fields of tall grass turn a rich gold, and late-afternoon sun makes them glow.
Mountain views. The mountains stretch across the horizon, giving you a sweeping backdrop for full-length portraits.
Gravel lanes and tree lines. Winding gravel paths and colorful trees add depth and a relaxed countryside feel.
The tasting room. The winery’s tasting room has indoor and outdoor seating, so you can toast with a glass of wine before or after your session.
Our Chateau Meichtry Engagement Photos
A Casual Look in the Golden Fields
Cozy sweaters and denim fit right in with the golden grass and open fields. A playful piggyback ride with the mountains in the background was one of our favorite moments from the whole session.
Dressing Up for Golden Hour
A second outfit gives your gallery a completely different feel. A bold red dress and a navy suit stand out beautifully against the soft fall colors, and the gravel lane and tree line add depth to every frame.
We couldn’t get enough of the mountain views at Chateau Meichtry, especially as the sun dropped low. To see more from this session, watch the slideshow below.
Planning Your Chateau Meichtry Engagement Session
Choose fall or spring. Fall brings golden fields and colorful tree lines, and spring is lovely too. Both seasons offer comfortable temperatures for an outdoor session. See more ideas in our fall engagement photos and spring engagement photos guides.
Plan around golden hour. The last hour or two before sunset gives you the warm, soft light you see in these photos.
Check with the winery first. Chateau Meichtry is a private, family-owned winery, so your session may require venue permission. Reach out to the winery ahead of time and check its current hours before you go.
Consider a weekday. Monday through Thursday, the grounds tend to be quieter, so you have more space to relax. Our inclement weather policy explains how rescheduling works if the forecast changes.
Make a day of it. Stay for a glass in the tasting room, or book one of the winery’s villas and turn your session into a wine country getaway.
Chateau Meichtry Engagement Photos FAQ
Where Is Chateau Meichtry?
Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard and Winery is at 1862 Orchard Lane in Talking Rock, Georgia, in the Ellijay wine country of North Georgia.
Can We Have Our Engagement Session at Chateau Meichtry?
It’s a private winery, so contact the winery before planning your session. We’re happy to help you plan the timing and the best spots around the grounds.
What Should We Wear for Vineyard Engagement Photos?
Rich colors such as navy, burgundy and deep red stand out against golden fields. Bring a casual outfit and a dressier one for two different looks. Our engagement photo ideas guide has more inspiration.
More Vineyard and Winery Sessions
Love the wine country look? Here are more vineyard and winery sessions to explore:
We had an incredible experience planning these Amicalola Falls Engagement Photos for Aryo & Ileana!!!
Aryo & Ileana were planning a short little weekend getaway to North Georgia over the Thanksgiving weekend! Little did Ileana know that Aryo reached out to us several weeks in advance to plan the perfect proposal session! Aryo’s initial plan was to propose to Ileana in front of the waterfall at Amicalola Falls.
On the day of, we arrived 15-20 minutes ahead of the couple. We parked at the Reflection Pool and then walked up the Appalachian Approach Trail to the Lower Observation deck to find & camp out in the perfect spot! The hike up the Appalachian Approach Trail was a rigorous 20 minute walk with a decent amount of elevation. Of course the perfect spot was SUPER crowded. It was ESSENTIAL that we secured the spot ahead of their arrival to ensure we could capture the proposal at THE spot!
Because Amicalola State Park is in Dawsonville (North Georgia), & the higher elevation levels, there was limited cell service. Once we were up near the falls on the Observation Decks, there was no cell service. You might be lucky if you had Verizon. Because of the lack of cell service, we were careful to pre-plan out all the details with Aryo well in advance. This included coming up with a rain backup plan in the event of inclement weather.
On the day of, we lucked out and had perfect weather! It couldn’t have been more beautiful or more better suited for a small hike up the Appalachian Approach Trail.
When Aryo & Ileana approached us on the Lower Observation Deck, we handed them our cell phone and asked if they could take a picture of us (myself – Jaimie Dee – and my husband Kyle). Once they snapped a quick photo of us, Aryo handed us his cell phone (in video mode!) and asked us to take a quick pic of the two of them in front of the falls. Plenty of tourist were doing this as well, so it didn’t seem out of the ordinary – it was a beautiful view!
Little did Ileana know that we had professional camera gear stashed in my purse, hiding out of site! While Kyle pretended to fiddle around with Aryo’s phone, Aryo asked if we could get a quick photo of the two facing the waterfall. When they had their back turned to us, we whipped out our camera gear, Aryo got down on one knee ready to propose. Ileana eventually turned around to see what was going on & was overcome with emotion to see Aryo down on one knee!
She said yes!!!!
After the proposal, we started heading back down the Lower Observation Deck and began taking portraits along the way.
Aryo & Ileana, we were SO excited to share in this story with you!
And the rest of the session was history!
The sun was relatively high in the sky at this point of the day. It was actually very close to solar noon. What you don’t see in these images is Kyle standing off to the side and blinding the couple with a huge 5 foot reflector to fill in the shadows from the sun! The end result are very crisp images with lots of color! We absolutely LOVED the way these turned out!
And of course our subjects were absolutely GORGEOUS! It’s hard to take a bad photo when your couples are THIS happy!
This series of engagement photos were taken further down the path of the Lower Observation Deck.
Look at that GORGEOUS ROCK!!! Aryo, kudos to you!
After the Observation Deck, we started to head down the Appalachian Approach Trail. There we stopped a couple times, every time we saw a beautiful view! With the gorgeous lighting coming in between the trees the way it was, it felt like we were stopping every couple of minutes!
Ileana & Aryo absolutely SLAYED these photos!!!!
At this point in the session, we were curious to change up our lighting technique for some variety’s sake. In this next few set of images, Kyle laid off the reflector. Without adding an additional light back into the frame, the couple were only back lit by the sun coming in between the trees. The end result is a much more dreamy light and airy quality to the images. The colors are also less saturated.
Definitely a different look from our signature style, but we absolutely love the variety!
To see more Amicalola Falls Engagement Photos from this surprise proposal session, check out the slideshow below!
Planning a Big Door Vineyards proposal? Big Door Vineyards is a working vineyard and winery in White, Georgia, and one of the closer vineyards to Atlanta, which makes it a natural choice for a vineyard proposal in North Georgia. We’ve photographed proposals here, and the photos below follow one surprise proposal from the moment he knelt through the celebration portraits afterward.
Why Big Door Vineyards Is Perfect for a Vineyard Proposal
A vineyard proposal feels romantic from the moment you arrive. At Big Door Vineyards, the garden around the Big Door Vineyards sign, the waterfall, the vineyard rows and the covered pavilion by the lake are all close together, so after the question you can move right into portraits in several different settings. The whole property has a relaxed, welcoming feel that helps the moment feel personal.
Many proposers know they want a vineyard proposal in North Georgia but aren’t sure which vineyard to choose. We’re always happy to talk through options with you while you plan.
Where to Propose at Big Door Vineyards
Looking for vineyard proposal ideas? Where you propose is completely up to you, and there are plenty of pretty spots to choose from. The best choice is a spot we can photograph from several angles, so we can capture both of your faces, the ring and the setting around you. Big, open spaces work beautifully, like the bench in front of the Big Door Vineyards sign, the garden path beside the waterfall, or an open spot along the vineyard rows.
Smaller spots, like the tiny wooden bridge, are sweet places for portraits after the proposal, when there’s time to move around and try different angles.
Best Time of Day for a Big Door Vineyards Proposal
The softest, most flattering light comes within a few hours of sunrise or sunset. Crowds matter too. Big Door Vineyards is a working winery with public tasting hours, so think about when the property is likely to be busy and when it’s quieter. Weekdays (Monday through Thursday) are often calmer, which gives you more privacy for the big moment. We’ll weigh the light, the venue’s current hours and your plans together to choose the right time.
If midday works best for your plans, we bring a lighting assistant to balance the bright sun, so your photos still look natural and flattering.
How We Capture Your Vineyard Proposal
On the day, we stay close by and blend in as fellow visitors, so we can move quickly to the best angle as the moment unfolds. Before the day, we’ll plan the spot and the timing together, so you can focus on your partner and the words you want to say. If you’re still deciding, our guide on whether to hire a photographer for your proposal walks through what to expect.
Check With the Venue Before You Propose
Big Door Vineyards is privately owned, so always check with the venue before planning your proposal. A quick call lets the team know what you have in mind and confirms their current policies, including whether a photography fee applies, so your moment goes smoothly from start to finish.
Celebration Portraits After the Proposal
Once the ring is on, we spend time on portraits around the property, from the vineyard rows to the waterfall. For more of the property and our favorite photo spots, browse our Big Door Vineyards photos.
Watch the slideshow below to see more from this Big Door Vineyards proposal.
Big Door Vineyards Proposal FAQ
Can you propose at Big Door Vineyards?
Yes. Big Door Vineyards is a beautiful spot for a vineyard proposal. Because it’s a privately owned business, always check with the venue first so they know your plans.
Where is Big Door Vineyards?
Big Door Vineyards is at 125 Clearwater Trail in White, Georgia, one of the closer vineyards to Atlanta.
Where is the best place to propose at Big Door Vineyards?
Open spaces work best, like the bench in front of the Big Door Vineyards sign, the garden path by the waterfall or an open spot in the vineyard rows. They give us room to photograph the moment from several angles.
What time of day is best for a vineyard proposal?
Within a few hours of sunrise or sunset for soft light. Also consider when the winery is busiest, since weekdays are often quieter.
How do you keep a surprise proposal a surprise?
We blend in nearby as fellow visitors, which lets us stay close and move to the best angle the moment it happens.
What if the weather changes?
Our inclement weather policy explains how we handle a change in the forecast, and we’ll talk through a backup plan with you.
We were honored to capture these Piedmont Park Bridal Session images for our dear friends Kim & Jaesen! Below are a couple of highlights from their super fun bridal session!
One of the things we absolutely love about all photo sessions at Piedmont Park are the incredible views this park has to offer! The lake in the background is definitely one of the key features!
Kim & Jaesen were laughing non stop throughout their bridal session! We loved every minute of it!
We can never get enough of these Atlanta city skyline views from inside the park! One of the best spots we love to shoot in is right on top of this gorgeous brick wall & stair steps!
And of course, the best time of day to schedule your photo session is usually just after sunrise, or just before sunset – depending on the time of year and the season we’re currently in! This session took place in the fall! Since fall weather in Georgia is so perfect, couples can book their sessions at sunrise or sunset!
To see more from Kim & Jaesen’s bridal session at Piedmont Park, view the slideshow below –
We had an incredible time with Brittney & Joe at their Winn Park Engagement session! Winn Park is located in the Ansley Park neighborhood in Atlanta, GA – super close to Piedmont Park!
Winn Park has gorgeous park & water features that will make for some incredible engagement or even elopement style photos!
The park has a super cute lake/ pond in the center, plenty of picnic benches, and lots of lush greenery all around.
While there is no public restroom at Winn Park for a wardrobe change, it totally fits the bill for shorter photo sessions that feature a single set of outfits.
Parking is available on the street surrounding the park. While photographing at this venue, we definitely want to make sure we’re avoiding cars in the backgrounds of our images – not a simple feat – but definitely worth looking out for to produce the best quality of images.
Reflection Pond At Ansley Park/ Winn Park
We absolutely loved Brittney’s pop of red she styled into her engagement session!
Sunny Pathways at Winn Park/ Ansley Park
These two brought so much attitude & sass to their session! We absolutely loved it!!!
Man-Made Lake At Ansley Park/ Winn Park
A little additional retouching went in here to get a more solid leaf wall for this wide shot image!
Stone Steps All Around – Everywhere!
Such a cute, happy couple! 🙂
Brittney had a great natural smile! Joe kept the jokes coming!
Open Green Spaces at Winn Park/ Ansley Park
The prompt here was to frolic!!
I think they nailed it!
This lovely wide shot is another example of an image that was retouched in the editing process after to remove unwanted cars from the background of the image!
To see more images from Brittney & Joe’s engagement session at Winn Park, check out the slideshow below –
Hi! We're Jaimie & Kyle (+Associates) with Jaimie Dee Photography. We're Atlanta photographers based in the metro area and service clients all over the globe. Jaimie Dee Photography was established in 2008. We're primarily a wedding and portrait studio. Our images are crisp, clean & colorful and strike a balance between classic and candid styled portraits. Aside from the photography, we help you craft the perfect photo experience - from the beginning planning stages to the finished artwork hanging on your walls. When you're in front of our camera, we'll also offer you gentle guidance through a combo of stationary and movement based poses. We'll help bring out your inner diva too - even if you're shy! If you're looking for a photographer in the metro Atlanta area or beyond, we'd love to meet you!
