When I met Daenah and Aaron outside their downtown Phoenix apartment, I had no idea just how special the location for our shoot would be. We were heading to the George and Dragon English Pub, a local gem that’s been quietly serving pints and stories for over 30 years.

This isn’t your typical bright and airy bar. The George and Dragon is a dark, low-lit, historic pub with an atmosphere so authentic that as I left after the shoot, Arizona Diamondbacks legend Randy Johnson came into the bar. The place feels like a little time capsule tucked right in the heart of Downtown Phoenix, full of character and British charm.

What made this session even more meaningful is that Daenah and Aaron actually met right here, just before the world shut down in early 2020. Daenah had just returned from traveling and wasn’t expecting romance, but Aaron had already planned their first date for Valentine’s Day, taking her to his childhood favorites in Mesa, Arizona…Golfland Sunsplash and Organ Stop Pizza. It was a sweet and simple beginning to a love story that’s still going strong.

During our session, we took a casual walk down their neighborhood street, chatting and capturing natural moments between them. Inside the pub, with their beers in hand and the cozy low light around them, the photos felt so genuine. It was like catching a glimpse of their everyday magic.

Afterwards, we headed out to the pub’s patio to enjoy the soft Arizona evening light. On the walk back to their apartment, we stopped for a few playful shots right in the street, capturing those candid, in-between moments that make the best memories.

Here’s a fun little teaser for their upcoming wedding: Daenah and Aaron will be saying “I do” at The Teapot, a historic Phoenix venue with a distinct British twist. So the British pub where they met and their British-themed wedding venue? Love how they’re keeping that theme going. It’s so them.

If you’re dreaming of engagement photos that feel like a true reflection of you, whether it’s at a cozy pub, a favorite hangout, or somewhere meaningful in Downtown Phoenix, let’s chat. I’m here to help you capture your unique story…pints, pets, and all.

Cheers to Daenah and Aaron and their beautiful journey ahead.