Dreamy Engagement Photos at Providence Canyon

A few weekends ago, I had the sweetest adventure with two of my amazing clients, Mario and Marvina, as we headed to Providence Canyon for their engagement photos. My husband, Will, and I made the drive with them to this little hidden gem just outside of Columbus, Georgia, and let me tell you—it did not disappoint. We arrived just in time for golden hour and started up at the canyon overlooks, where the light was absolutely magical. The view alone was breathtaking, but it only got better the deeper we went into the park.

After soaking in the view from above, we made our way down into the heart of the canyon. What we didn’t realize was that the trail had a surprise waiting for us—about 1 to 2 inches of water covering the path! But honestly, that just made the whole experience more fun. We laughed the entire way through the muddy trail, and thank goodness Marvina brought her dunks with her (total lifesaver)! The canyon walls were stunning and made the perfect backdrop for their photos. We explored two of the five main canyons and got some seriously dreamy shots before we had to start the climb back up before dark.

Even though the hike was a little longer than we planned for, the whole afternoon felt like one big joyful adventure. There's something so special about getting to know my clients in such a natural and beautiful setting—laughing, telling stories, and capturing their love along the way. I already can’t wait to go back (though next time, we’re definitely going in the morning so we can spend more time exploring all five canyons!). This session was a beautiful reminder that sometimes the messiest trails lead to the most magical moments.

xoxo Haley