One person kneels in the snow holding a ring while proposing at Kakabeka Falls.
Close-up of Steph and Mac’s hands with their engagement rings during their winter engagement photo session in Thunder Bay with Kirvan Photography + Film.
A couple stands close together by a wooden railing with Kakabeka Falls behind them in winter.

Engagement Photography That Tells Your Story

Your love story is one-of-a-kind, and your engagement photos should be too. At the same time, engagement photography captures the genuine connection, excitement, and chemistry between two people during this special time. Whether you’re newly engaged or planning ahead for your wedding, a professional session lets you celebrate your relationship in a relaxed, fun, and meaningful way. In addition, we tailor each session to reflect your personalities, from natural outdoor settings to cozy in-studio shoots. These images are perfect for save-the-dates, wedding websites, social media, or simply marking this special chapter. As a result, we create timeless photos that tell your story—authentic, romantic, and uniquely yours.

Engagement photography

Studio Session
$ $500
  • 2 hour session
  • outdoor location
  • Professional Lighting
  • Professional Retouching
  • 80 - 100 edits
Sam giving Jess a kiss on the cheek in front of a waterfall at Wolf River Falls, Thunder Bay.

Choosing the Perfect Engagement Photo Location

Picking the perfect spot for your engagement photos makes the session feel personal and memorable. At the same time, we encourage couples to choose a location that means something to them, whether it’s where you first met, a favourite hiking trail, or a beautiful place you love to explore together. If you’re camera-shy, quieter, low-traffic areas can help you feel relaxed and natural. The focus is always on your connection, so comfort matters most. In addition, if you’re planning a longer hike or an off-the-beaten-path adventure, we’re up for it! Just let us know in advance so we can pack appropriately, sometimes bringing minimal gear or skipping big lights and props. Meanwhile, if we’re chasing golden hour light, we’ll plan for a safe walk back after dark.

Mac and Steph hold hands high above as Steph twirls playfully beneath them during their winter engagement shoot in a snow-covered Thunder Bay forest.
Steph smiles brightly as Mac hugs her from behind on a blanket near a snowy cliff during their winter engagement shoot in Thunder Bay with Kirvan Photography + Film.

Winter Engagement Photos in Thunder Bay

There’s something undeniably magical about Winter Engagement Photos in Thunder Bay especially when it’s paired with a love story like Steph and Mac’s. When Steph reached out to me with the amazing news that Mac had just proposed, her joy was contagious. She said yes in one of the most breathtaking spots in the region: a massive cliff overlooking their homeland and community. It’s the kind of place that’s not only beautiful but deeply meaningful—a perfect setting for a life-changing moment.

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Sam smiles while on one knee, holding the ring, proposing to Jess at Wolf River Falls.

Proposal Photography in Thunder Bay

At Kirvan Photography + Film, we specialize in creating Proposal Photography in Thunder Bay. Whether you’re looking to capture a moment as magical as a proposal or to simply preserve the love shared between two people, we’re here to help. One of our recent favorite shoots was for Samantha and Jessica, a couple from Ottawa who were passing through Thunder Bay during their cross-Ontario road trip. Samantha wanted to surprise Jessica with a proposal during their trip, but she wasn’t sure how to go about it. That’s when we stepped in to help plan the perfect proposal photography session in Thunder Bay.

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Amanda and Lance signing their marriage certificate during the wedding ceremony.

Schreiber Ontario Wedding Photography

Planning a wedding in Schreiber, Ontario or other parts of Northwestern Ontario? We’d love to be a part of your special day! Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing Amanda and Lance’s beautiful wedding in Schreiber, and it was truly an experience to remember.

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84 Crown StThunder Bay, ON P7B 3J9

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chadkirvan@gmail.com

Phone No.

Phone No. : 1-905-626-5056