Why the Grand Floridian Is a Top Choice for Photoshoots The Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is seriously one of the most elegant and romantic settings in all of Disney World. Whether you’re planning a surprise proposal, celebrating your engagement or anniversary, this resort offers a beautiful mix of classic charm, waterfront views, and timeless […]

June 8, 2025

Grand Floridian: A Dreamy Disney Spot for Engagement and Proposal Photography

Engagement photoshoot at the Wedding Pavilion at Grand Floridian Resort in Disney

Let’s talk about how we turned just 30 minutes into a full gallery of over 70 dreamy images at one of the most iconic photo spots in all of Orlando: Disney’s Boardwalk Inn. This spot never fails! it’s romantic, vibrant, and full of character. My favorite party is that it offers SO many backdrops in […]

May 23, 2025

Disney Boardwalk Inn Mini Photoshoot

[Updated May 9, 2025] One of the things I love most about being a wedding photographer in Orlando is the fact that Central Florida offers such a diverse variety for places to take photos. Not only is it home to over 300 unique wedding venues, but the options for stunning engagement photo shoot locations are […]

May 21, 2025

Top 12 Engagement Shoot Locations in Orlando

Orlando Engagement photography session at a fun location in Celebration, Florida near Kissimmee

If you’re dreaming up the perfect Orlando proposal, let this sweet moment at Kraft Azalea Gardens in Winter Park inspire you. It had all the makings of a rom-com-level surprise: a hidden photographer (hiiii 👋), a personalized picnic, and a bouquet of sunflowers and white roses–her absolute favorites. Cue the tearssss. This proposal was a […]

May 6, 2025

Surprise Proposal at Kraft Azalea Gardens | Orlando Proposal Photographer

If you’re planning a surprise proposal in Orlando and want it to feel personal, emotional, and beautifully documented without any stiff or staged vibes—this one’s for you. This sweet couple (both busy medical students!) were in town for a little getaway together… and left engaged AF. 😄 When I spoke to Hussain on the phone, […]

April 28, 2025

Surprise Proposal Photography & Videography | Cypress Grove Estate

Engagement Photography in Orlando Why Indoor Locations Are a Win (Especially in Florida!) If you’re searching for an Orlando engagement photographer and worried about unpredictable Florida weather (hello, tropical storms and 90% humidity!), don’t stress–there are stunning indoor locations in Orlando perfect for engagement photos, and I have a favorite up my sleeve. These two […]

August 16, 2024

Indoor Garden Atrium Engagement

Grand staircase location for an indoor engagement session in Orlando by top photographer Elle

Orlando Engagement Photographer Marley & Matt will be tying the know this fall at the Lake Mary Events Center and we couldn’t be more excited! I actually had the chance to meet this fun couple at another wedding where we did photography and videography for Marley’s twin sister. As the maid of honor, she got […]

June 28, 2024

Leu Gardens Engagement Session

Engagement session at Leu Gardens in Orlando for a fun, romantic and playful photo shoot with top rated photographer Elle

Engagement Photography Session at Disney in Orlando This adorable couple (and their sweet Pomeranian puppy!) came all the way from Toronto, Canada for their engagement photo shoot at Disney. Funny enough, they actually inquired with me back in 2022 but were not able to fit in the session during their former trips to Orlando. This […]

June 20, 2024

Port Orleans Riverside & Grand Floridian Engagement

Creative artistic engagement photography with a water fountain at Port Orleans Riverside Disney World

These two cuties will be tying the knot next year in March 2025 at the Luxmore Grande Estate venue in Winter Springs! They actually found me on Instagram and were also recommended by one of my favorite wedding planners in Orlando, Anna Christine Events. It’s always amazing to work with colleagues that I know will […]

June 8, 2024

Orlando Engagement Session Location | Downtown Winter Garden

Creative dramatic engagement photo with a water fountain by top Orlando engagement photographer Elle Baez

Orlando Proposal Photographer One of my favorite surprise proposals to capture as an Orlando photographer is on the specialty boat cruise at Walt Disney World! I have captured the fireworks from Epcot and Magic Kingdom countless times, but I’m not sure anything beats the experience of watching the show from the water. There are zero […]

February 28, 2024

Disney Fireworks Cruise Surprise Proposal

Surprise proposal photography on Disney fireworks boat cruise captured by top Orlando engagement photographer

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