A Lookout Mountain Sunrise Engagement in Golden, Colorado
Let’s talk about Maddy and Stephen’s sunrise engagement session at Lookout Mountain that I was completely head over heels for! These two have the kind of love story that just feels meant to be. They met at a friend’s engagement party, hit it off instantly, and a few weeks later, they were inseparable. Their first date? A hike at Garden of the Gods, followed by pizza—because honestly, what’s better than fresh air and carbs?
Stephen is a teacher with a love for music and photography (he dreams of photographing the northern lights one day), while Maddy is a financial whiz who thrives on skiing and baking sourdough. Together, they’re the kind of couple who’d rather spend a cozy night making dinner and listening to the rain than doing anything too flashy. Old souls in the best way.
So when it came time for their engagement photos, a sunrise session just made sense. Let’s be real—waking up before dawn isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but the trade-offs? Totally worth it.
Pros of a sunrise session:
The most magical, golden light
Cooler temps, which is a lifesaver in summer
Fewer crowds, so you basically have the place to yourself
The whole day ahead for more adventures
And of course, post-session breakfast (arguably the best part)
Cons?
That early wake-up call (like, crack-of-dawn early)
No time for professional hair & makeup unless you’re super committed
The light changes fast, so we’ve gotta work quickly
Hiking in the dark might require some headlamps
But for Maddy and Stephen, the pros far outweighed the cons. They embraced the adventure, with Maddy in a flowy Free People dress and her trusty Blundstones—effortlessly cool, just like her. As they stood together, watching the first light hit the mountains, it felt like the perfect beginning to this next chapter of their lives. And yes — they absolutely celebrated with breakfast afterwards!
