Tampa Engagement Photography at Lithia Acres | Jackie & Chris

engaged couple under the white gazebo at Lithia Acres which is their wedding venue located in tampa, florida

We love when our couples choose to do their engagement session at their wedding venue, and Jackie and Chris' session at Lithia Acres is a perfect example of why! Not only is this private estate-style venue stunning and full of natural beauty, but it gave us the perfect backdrop to tell a totally different story than we will on their actual wedding day.

This gorgeous Tampa-area property features open fields, moss-draped oaks, and charming rustic touches that gave Jackie and Chris the laid-back, romantic vibe they wanted for their save-the-date photos. They’ll be tying the knot here, too, but what made this session so fun is that we intentionally chose spots and compositions that we won’t use on the wedding day—making their engagement photos completely unique.

Doing your engagement session at your wedding venue is a great way to:

  • Explore hidden corners of the property you might not use during the wedding

  • Create a full-circle storytelling opportunity by re-creating one of your engagement poses as a wedding photo later on (yes, we’re already planning which one for Jackie and Chris!)

  • Have cohesive visuals for your save-the-dates and wedding website

engaged couple's save the date magnet designed by Carrie Wildes Photography at Lithia Acres

Jackie and Chris brought such joy and ease to their session. Their chemistry made photographing them so natural, and now we’re even more excited for their wedding day! Stay tuned to see how we bring it all full circle at Lithia Acres 2.28.26.

Planning your own engagement session or wedding in the Tampa Bay area?
We specialize in meaningful, personalized experiences that reflect your love story. Whether you want to shoot at your venue, your favorite hangout, or somewhere totally unexpected, we’d love to bring your vision to life. 👉 Click here to get in touch and let’s start planning your dream session!

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