70’s Inspired Winter Catskills Cottage Engagement Session
Jenna + Steven
There's something undeniably magical about a snow-covered farmhouse nestled in the Catskills Mountains. When Jenna and Steven invited me to capture their engagement session at their Claryville, New York AirBnB, I knew we were in for something special. This wasn't just any mountain retreat—it was a meticulously restored farmhouse that seemed frozen in time, every corner telling stories from decades past.
The moment I stepped inside, I was transported to another era. Wood-paneled walls gleamed with a warm patina that only comes with age. A grand staircase curved elegantly upward, while a wood stove crackled in the living room, casting dancing shadows across vintage furnishings. Against this 70s-inspired backdrop, Jenna and Steven moved with effortless style that seemed to belong perfectly within these walls.
Their chemistry was palpable. Every glance exchanged between them carried weight, every touch deliberate yet natural. As they changed outfits throughout the day—each look more stylish than the last—their personalities shone through in their carefully curated wardrobe choices that complemented the farmhouse's retro charm.
Outside, fresh snow blanketed the landscape in pristine white. We ventured into the winter wonderland, their laughter creating puffs of vapor in the crisp mountain air. The contrast of their warm smiles against the cool winter palette created images that felt both intimate and expansive—small moments of connection framed by the vastness of the Catskills Mountains.
What struck me most about Jenna and Steven was the intentionality behind their love. In choosing this secluded farmhouse, far from the noise of the city, they created space to simply be present with each other. Every room we moved through became a new setting for their story, each with its own character and light.
These photographs aren't just engagement portraits. They're a testament to the quiet power of choosing your own adventure together—finding beauty in unexpected places and making memories in spaces that speak to your shared aesthetic. Jenna and Steven's Claryville session reminds us that the most striking backdrops for love are often found off the beaten path, in places where time moves a little slower and the connection between two people takes center stage.
