Sam and Ben flew all the way from the U.S. for their engagement session in Tours, in the heart of the Loire Valley—a city that holds a special meaning for them, as it’s where Samantha’s parents first met. Walking through the streets at golden hour, between soft light, shadows, and laughter, this engagement photo shoot was both romantic and full of life.


They will celebrate their destination wedding in Sancerre, France, next year, and I couldn’t be more honored to be their photographer. This engagement session in Tours was the perfect prelude to the celebrations ahead—a blend of personal history, love, and the timeless charm of the Loire Valley.

A couple stands together in an industrial space wearing contrasting white dress and dark pants against a concrete backdrop. Seance couple To
Geometric pattern of a rotating carnival ride arm with suspended seats against a pale blue sky. Seance couple Tours
A sequence of five photos showing colorful kites flying against a cloudy sky over a brick-paved boardwalk. Seance couple Tours
Person in white top posing expressively at outdoor location. Seance couple Tours
Couple in black and white attire sharing an intimate moment against a modern architectural backdrop.
Couple standing together in front of a large ferris wheel on a paved plaza. Séance portrait Tours
Woman in flowing white dress twirls joyfully on beach at sunset, hair and fabric moving in the wind.
Black and white progressive series of two dancers performing contemporary movements against a white wall. Séance couple à Tours
A couple in casual attire stands together on cobblestone pavement in front of an industrial grey wall. Photographe mariage Tours, France
People dancing under a modern white and teal umbrella-like structure at an outdoor plaza area. Seance couple Tours
Abstract motion blur of flowing white fabric creating ethereal movement patterns.
Couple laughing together in black and white photo wearing contrasting outfits. Photographe couple Tours
Stylish couple walking on cobblestone streets in black and white photography. Seance couple Tours
A person in a flowing white dress twirls on a cobblestone path against a weathered stone wall at dusk.
A person in an elegant white pleated dress poses gracefully against a stone wall in dappled sunlight.
A black and white closeup of feet in white heels beneath a pleated white flowing dress skirt.
A romantic portrait of a couple standing back to back in white outfits against a stone wall background in natural lighting. Séance couple
Silhouettes of a couple holding hands cast on a textured beige wall creating a romantic shadow effect. Seance couple Tours
Dark shadows cast dramatic patterns across a textured brick wall in black and white photography.
A couple in contrasting white and black outfits pose artistically in a creative outdoor portrait series. Seance couple Tours
A portrait of someone in a white dress with long brown hair standing against a stone wall outdoors.
Couple dancing in sunlight casting dramatic shadows against a wall. Engagement session in Tours, Loire Valley
A romantic photo sequence showing a couple in a gentle embrace against a shadowed wall, wearing cream and white clothing. Engagement session
A sequence of black and white photos shows a person walking past stone columns casting dramatic shadows on a cobblestone street.
White stone buildings with cafes and shops along a cobblestone street in a charming European city.
Cropped view of couple walking hand in hand, bride in white dress and groom in dark suit casting shadows on cobblestone path.
A series of black and white cropped images showing people walking on a city street, with a person in a white dress.
La Chocolaterie bakery storefront with illuminated signage and elegant vintage exterior design.
Couple walking together down a covered walkway with columns casting dramatic shadows.
A black and white photo sequence showing a couple embracing and kissing in front of a building facade.
A sequence of black and white photos showing a quiet street with a boulangerie storefront and people walking.
Couple walking past a storefront with 'Chocolatiere' signage in soft natural lighting.
A blurred monochromatic scene of people walking through what appears to be a shopping area.
Two small birds soaring against a pale gray sky in a minimalist composition.
Person in white strapless dress standing in sunlight with eyes closed and hand touching hair. Seance couple Tours
A woman in a white sleeveless dress stands on a quiet city street with light blue storefronts and shuttered windows.
A black and white photo showing two people walking past storefronts with French signage on a city street.
Half-timbered medieval building facade with exposed wooden beams and white plaster walls in historic architectural style.
A romantic couple enjoys conversation at an outdoor Salon de The cafe with bentwood chairs and stone paving.
Hands hold a delicate white coffee cup with creamy latte art on a grey stone surface next to a fresh baked pastry. Seance couple Tours
Person in white top enjoying coffee at a gray table with a croissant in a modern setting.
Couple having an intimate conversation at an outdoor cafe with white chairs and tables in natural lighting.
Cafe patrons sit at rattan chairs and tables outside a quaint Salon de The with white walls and cobblestone paving.
A series of hands reaching across a gray tabletop to grab pastries from plates in a cafe setting.
Someone's hand holds up a freshly baked croissant in a restaurant setting while another person smiles in the background.
People walking along a quiet French city street lined with classic white buildings and storefronts in black and white.
Close-up of hands wearing an engagement ring against white fabric of a wedding dress. Engagement session in Tours
A romantic black and white photo series showing an intimate close-up of a couple about to kiss. Seance couple Tours
Several hands reach towards each other in a conceptual sequence depicting connection and unity against a grey background.
A vintage black and white photograph shows a couple standing together on a tree-lined path beside a stone wall. Engagement session in Tours

WEDDING PLANNER

Charlotte Poésie

PHOTOGRAPHER

Marie Thibault

LOCATION

Tours, France

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Family of three sitting on a couch reading a picture book together in a cozy living room, black and white photo.

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