When people think about hiring a professional photographer, they usually think of the wedding day. But the moments leading up to it? They deserve to be documented just as beautifully. Especially when they look like this!
This backyard engagement party in Brentwood was full of warmth, joy, and golden summer light. The couple embraced the idea of a celebration that felt laid-back but completely intentional. It was filled with cheerful yellow florals, creamy whites, fresh lemons scattered throughout, and fun personal details that made it uniquely them.
There were games set up across the lawn, including a custom beer pong table with “bride” and “groom” sides, plus a giant Connect 4 set that kept the guests entertained. A Polaroid station invited everyone to snap a memory for the guestbook, and signature cocktails (Spicy Margarita, Aperol Spritz, and Negroni) kept the energy flowing. Later in the night, a vintage heart-shaped cake and a churro cart brought the sweetest ending.
The design details were so thoughtful! From the daisy and sunflower arrangements to custom napkins featuring their dog, Leo. It was the kind of night that you want to remember forever. And not just with iPhone pictures! But with real, frame-worthy photos that show the laughter, hugs, toasts, and tiny in-between moments.
Los Angeles Backyard Engagement Party Photographer
As a Los Angeles wedding photographer, I believe your story begins long before you walk down the aisle. Backyard engagement parties, like this one in Brentwood, offer so many sweet, unscripted memories with your closest people. Whether you’re celebrating with 20 or 200, having a photographer means you can be fully present, knowing someone is there to document every smile, every detail, and every perfect sunset behind the pool. If you’re planning an engagement party in Los Angeles, or anywhere in Southern California, and want timeless images to remember it by, let’s chat. I offer custom coverage for engagement parties and pre-wedding events, so you never have to miss a moment.
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Photography: Karina Pires Photography
Planning: Amazing Grace Design
