March 5, 2024
I absolutely adore Kim and Ryan! Kim and I clicked from our first phone call! She is so lovely – sweet, kind, just such a ray of sunshine! When I met Ryan, I knew that they were meant to be together! They’re just so precious!! Kim and Ryan are getting married in September, so we planned a sweet engagement session around Charlotte to celebrate.
Independence Park Engagement Session
We kicked off Kim and Ryan’s Independence Park engagement session at the park. Independence Park has the most beautiful stone arches and they were the perfect backdrop for Kim and Ryan. Kim chose a gorgeous flowing gown with lots of pops of color to wear, and Ryan matched with a navy blazer. If you need inspiration for your own engagement session, definitely take a cue from these two (and I have more tips here!). It was a little bit chilly but we walked through some of the park to capture some portraits in nature.
Kim and Ryan wanted to end their engagement session at Legion Brewing. This brewery was actually the spot of their first date, so I loved being able to include it in these special photos! Kim and Ryan got to relax, have a drink, and celebrate their upcoming wedding. Plus, when I left, they were ready to just enjoy a date night together – which is always such a great idea after your engagement photos!!
Congratulations again, Kim and Ryan! I’m so happy for you both and I’m thrilled we could capture these engagement portraits that just feel so YOU. I can’t wait for your fall wedding!!!
![man makes fiancee laugh during Independence Park engagement portriats](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_15.jpg)
![engaged couple hugs under arbor at Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_37.jpg)
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![bride and groom hold hands standing together under stone arch at Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_18.jpg)
![couple holds hands walking in front of stone patio at Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_38-scaled.jpg)
![engaged couple hugs leaning heads together in front of stone arch at Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_13.jpg)
![man hugs woman in floral dress in front of stone archway inside Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_20.jpg)
![man kisses woman's forehead during Independence Park engagement portraits](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_14-scaled.jpg)
![man and woman hug inside Independence Park near stone archway](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_12.jpg)
![man and woman hold hands walking near stone arch at Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_16-scaled.jpg)
![couple holds hands walking under brick structure in Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_10.jpg)
![engaged couple hugs by stone archway inside Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_11-scaled.jpg)
![couple sits on stone wall inside Charlotte NC park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_55-scaled.jpg)
![couple holds hands walking on stone pathway inside Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_22-scaled.jpg)
![couple hugs leaning against pillar at Independence Park in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_45-scaled.jpg)
![couple hugs leaning on stone arbor at Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_41.jpg)
![man and woman hold hands in front of stone archway inside Independence Park in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_43-scaled.jpg)
![engaged couple dances during portraits at Independence Park in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_48-scaled.jpg)
![couple holds hands by stone wall showing off bride's ring at Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_50.jpg)
![couple holds hands in front of stone wall during engagement portraits in Independence Park in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_51-scaled.jpg)
![engaged couple sits on stone wall holding hands inside Charlotte NC park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_52.jpg)
![couple laughs sitting on wall inside Charlotte NC park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_53-scaled.jpg)
![woman in white floral dress sits on wall and groom stands with navy suit jacket](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_23.jpg)
![engaged couple sits on stone wall inside Independence Park during fall portraits](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_21.jpg)
![woman hugs man around neck leaning on stone wall inside Charlotte NC park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_54.jpg)
![couple hugs in front of stone wall at Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_24-scaled.jpg)
![woman holds man's lapel standing in front of stone arbor at Independence Park](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_35.jpg)
![bride and groom dance during Independence Park engagement portraits](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_17-scaled.jpg)
![engaged couple sits holding pints of beer at Legion Brewing in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_25.jpg)
![couple sits outside brick wall at Legion Brewing in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_29.jpg)
![couple tips beer glasses together at Legion Brewing in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_34.jpg)
![engaged couple talks sitting at picnic table at Legion Brewing in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_31.jpg)
![couple sits talking at table during date at Legion Brewing in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_33.jpg)
![engaged couple holds onto glasses of beer at Legion Brewing in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_28-scaled.jpg)
![engaged couple holds beers showing off bride's ring at Legion Brewing in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_27.jpg)
![engaged couple sits at picnic table in front of brick wall at Legion Brewing in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_30.jpg)
![couple leans pints of beer together at Legion Brewing in Charlotte NC](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_26.jpg)
See another Uptown Charlotte engagement session here!
![Independence Park engagement session in Charlotte NC with a stop at Legion Brewing photographed by Kevyn Dixon Photography](https://kevyndixonphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4648/2024/03/Independence-Park-Engagement-Session_Kevyn-Dixon-Photography_102.png)
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