The morning of Casey and Destiny's engagement session was the kind that photographers dream about - a cool sunrise in the sandhills, with golden light streaming through the trees and a gentle breeze carrying the scent of the horses, which any good horse lover knows it's the best morning smell. 

Casey and Destiny arrived at the location with their horses in tow, their grandparents were kind enough to tag along and get the horses ready. The connection between Destiny and her childhood horse was undeniable, and I knew that capturing their love in this setting would make for some truly magical memories.

As I started snapping away, I was struck by the way the golden light played off of Casey and Destiny's smiles, illuminating their love for each other and their shared passion for the western lifestyle. The challenges of shooting in the unpredictable early morning light were quickly forgotten as I focused on capturing the raw emotion and beauty of the moment.

Throughout the shoot, I couldn't help but be inspired by the beauty of the western landscape and the deep sense of tradition and love that permeated every moment. Casey and Destiny's engagement session was a reminder of the power of love, connection, and the beauty of the western way of life.

As I packed up my gear and said goodbye to Casey and Destiny, I felt grateful for the opportunity to capture their love story in such a breathtaking setting. The images from that morning will serve as a timeless reminder of the beauty and magic of the western lifestyle, and I can only hope to have the chance to capture more moments like these in the future. I can't wait to be part of their western inspired wedding next fall :)