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      Cheers To Fall Colours: Evergreen Brick Works Engagement Session

      An engaged couple with beers in hand go for a walk through a forest during fall

      Luke & Hilary’s Fall Engagement Session

      What’s up, adventurers and romantics?

      It’s Kotsy, coming at you with a story that’s got a little bit of everything: romance, fall vibes, and one of the coolest backdrops Toronto has to offer. Today, we’re diving into Luke and Hilary’s engagement session at the Evergreen Brick Works. So grab a drink and get cozied up in your favourite sweater because it’s time to enjoy that crisp autumn air in the Don Valley.

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      Evergreen Brick Works: A Love Story’s Canvas

      First up, let’s chat about this dynamite location. Evergreen Brick Works isn’t just any old spot in Toronto; it’s a place where the city’s industrial past and lush greenery collide. Originally a brick quarry, this spot has transformed into an eco-hub that’s all about sustainability and community vibes. It’s the kind of place where you can find art installations one minute and a farmer’s market the next, all nestled in the heart of the Don Valley.

      Now you may be wondering why Luke and Hilary landed on this location for their engagement session. Even with a seemingly unlimited options in the city, the Brick Works was a no brainer for them. It’s got that perfect mix of rugged industrial textures and natural beauty. Plus, they’ve got a soft spot for the place, having wandered its paths more than a few times together.

      From An Awkward Start to Fun Memories

      Imagine starting your photo session feeling a bit out of your element. Like many other couples, that was how Luke and Hilary felt. A tad awkward at first but quickly warming up to the camera, thanks in part to a couple of cold PBRs and a relaxed vibe. Their session wasn’t just about fun poses either; it was about capturing their genuine connection in a place that resonates with their journey together.

      Luke and Hilary also wanted their engagement shoot to reflect their personalities: laid-back, fun-loving, and connected to each other and their favorite season. Decked out in cozy flannels and denim – we turned Evergreen Brick Works into their playground, surrounded by the warm hues of autumn and historical preservation done right.

      From Online Sparks to Beachside Promises

      Meeting online through Plenty of Fish in 2014, Luke and Hilary quickly realized they were a natural fit for each other. Dive bars, mosh pits, weight lifting and tattoos are just some of the many interests they bonded over as their relationship progressed.

      Now fast forward past years of concerts and camping to Miami Beach just after New Years 2023. Having already mutually decided they would tie the knot, Luke waited for the right moment with an unusual mix of total confidence and nervousness. Then BAM! Question: popped, whilst they pounded back… coffee!

      Reminiscing and Planning

      Looking back at the photos from their session, Luke and Hilary are hit will all the fun feels. From their PBR toast to the big laughs as they ran towards to the camera while bumping into each other. Their favorite shot? The candid moments as they walked through the fall-coloured scenery, beers in hand. This is where they felt the most comfortable and themselves.

      Now with the engagement session wrapped, all that’s left is to finish planning their wedding! Keeping with the non-traditional vibe, they plan to lean in to the rich history of their epic venue – El Mocambo. I can only begin to imagine all the cool ways they’ll make this wedding uniquely theirs.

      Your Unique Love Story Captured

      Inspired by Luke and Hilary’s unique tale and engagement session? Whether your love story is traditional, completely out-of-the-box, or somewhere in between, I’d love to capture it in a way that feels true to you. Visit kotsy.ca to learn more or hit the button below to setup a free consultation. Let’s rock! 🤘

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      Here’s to embracing the unexpected, celebrating love in all its forms, and capturing the moments you’ll look back on with joy and laughter for years to come.

      Kotsy 📸🍂

      For more love stories, photography tips, and creative inspiration, check out kotsy.ca/blog.

      Photo Highlights

      An engaged couple exchange a smirk and smile while near a graffiti's wall at Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto
      An engaged couple cheers their beers in a trail in the Don Valley Brick Works Park
      An engaged couple sip beers on a trail in Don Valley Brick Works Park
      An engaged couple smile at each other as they walk on a trail amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      An engaged couple laugh as they walk with beers on a trail amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      An engaged couple cheers their beers as they walk on a trail amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      An engaged couple sip beers as they walk on a trail amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A wide shot from behind a couple walking on a wooden dock amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A couple stand with their arms leaning on a hand rail on a wooden dock surrounded by water and fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A couple take in the sights of fall colours while leaning on a hand rail in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto
      A wide shot of a man leading a lady by the hand on a trail amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A woman smiles at her fiance who's pointing at something out of frame amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A couple react to something off camera while sitting on a big stone amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A man smiles at his partner as she sips on a beer while sitting on a big stone amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A shot from behind of a couple sitting on a big stone amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A shot from behind of a couple kissing while sitting on a big stone amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A couple walk-in-hand past a big chimey amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      An engaged couple look through a pair of public binoculars at Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto
      An engaged couple sip on beers near a camp fire at Governor's Bridge Lookout amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto.
      A woman smiles as her fiance hugs her with one arm while sitting on a concrete slab at Governor's Bridge Lookout at Don Valley Brick Works Park lookout in Toronto
      A woman looks down from laughing so much while sitting on a concrete block at Governor's Bridge Lookout with her fiance at Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto
      A shot from behind a couple cheersing their beers on Governor's Bridge Lookout at Don Valley Brick Works Park with the downtown Toronto skyline ahead of them
      A tight focus on two cans of Pabst Blue Ribbon as an out of focus couple walks on a trail amongst fall colours in Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto
      A couple have big smiles with their arms around each other's waist. Photographed on Governor's Bridge Lookout at Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto
      A couple smile at each other other with their arms around each other's waist. Photographed on Governor's Bridge Lookout at Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto
      A couple kiss at Governor's Bridge Lookout at Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto
      A man hugs his fiance at Governor's Bridge Lookout at Don Valley Brick Works Park in Toronto
      A couple are all laughs as they run towards the camera at Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto
      A couple are all laughs as they run towards the camera at Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto
      A couple are all laughs as they run towards the camera while holding hands at Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto
      A couple are all laughs as they run towards the camera while holding hands at Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto
      A couple stand in front of a big steel structure with a map of Toronto on it at Don Valley Brick Works
      A couple look up at a big steel map of Toronto at Don Valley Brick Works in Toronto
      A really wide shot shows the silhouette of a couple standing in a large building with string lights over head and park behind them at Evergreen Bricks in Toronto
      A really wide shot shows the silhouette of a couple walking away from camera in a large building with string lights over head and park behind them at Evergreen Bricks in Toronto
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