Recently, I had the opportunity to photograph a truly unique and unforgettable engagement party with a twist - a murder mystery themed engagement party. The party was hosted in a rustic barn tucked away in the rural outskirts of the Baltimore area.

The happy couple, along with their guests, were dressed in period costumes. Tori, the bride-to-be, had an extra special detail: she was wearing her mother’s altered wedding dress. As I arrived, I was greeted by an array of characters in costume. I knew this was going to be a party like no other. I was in awe of the extravagance and detail that Tori put into the party.

The evening began with a murder on the Titanic, and it was up to the guests to solve the mystery. As the party progressed, I had the pleasure of capturing the guests' reactions as they uncovered clues and tried to identify the killer. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and suspense, making for the best photos.

Once the guests were able to solve the mystery, the killer was revealed, and the guests were able to relax and enjoy the rest of the evening knowing that justice had been served. This was the perfect time to pull the bride and groom to be outside for their engagement photos.

When we walked outside I could feel the misty air. Despite the less than perfect weather, Tori and Austin were determined to make the most of their engagement session and I knew we were going to have a great time. To add to the fun, we brought along a bottle of champagne (or two) and incorporated it into the shoot. The champagne pop made for some contagious smiles, laughter, and stunning photos.

Back when Tori initially reached out to me she had a very specific vision for her photos. She envisioned a warm, dreamy glow from twinkle lights perfect for capturing the love between her and Austin. The twinkle lights definitely offered a touch of whimsy and enchantment, making for stunning photographs.

Overall, the murder mystery-themed engagement party and the engagement session were unique and truly unforgettable. The evening was filled with suspense, excitement, and plenty of laughs. I feel grateful to have been a part of it, and grateful to Tori and Austin for choosing me to capture this exciting part of their lives.

Check out the gallery below to view more photos from Tori and Austin’s engagement party and session!