Sebastian came for couples photos with his wife and apparently left considering a career in modelling. So I’d say our autumn session at Wildcat Falls went pretty well. These two recently moved to Merrimack, New Hampshire, and were discovering just how beautiful their new surroundings could be. With the autumn colours, winding trails, and crisp light, Wildcat Falls made a lovely setting to document this chapter together. Getting to photograph Sebastian and Keri somewhere so close to their new home made it that much more meaningful.
And yes, there was a little “Short Kings” banter along the way. I’ll let Sebastian explain that one.
A Little Fall Colour, a Lot of Personality
One of my favourite things about photographing couples is getting to know how they are together. The humour, the affection, the way their personalities come through once they feel comfortable—all of it helps make the photographs their own.
Sebastian and Keri’s session had such a lovely mix of warmth and playfulness. The autumn scenery gave us a beautiful backdrop, but their connection was what I wanted the photographs to hold onto.
Afterwards, Sebastian wrote:
“My wife may have come for the photos, but apparently, I left with a new career path and an inflated ego.”
I’m happy to support the modelling ambitions, Sebastian. Although I probably wouldn’t hand in that resignation just yet.
He also shared how much they loved discovering the beauty right in their own backyard. That’s something I love about choosing a location close to home: over time, the photographs can become part of your story of living there. A reminder of what life looked like when it was all still new.
You Don’t Have to Love Being Photographed
Keri’s review touched on something I know many people feel before booking a session:
“As someone who doesn’t love photos of myself, choosing just one or two to frame was nearly impossible!”
That meant so much to read.
If you’ve ever put off couples photos because you feel awkward in front of a camera, you’re certainly not alone. It can feel vulnerable to be photographed, especially when you’re already wondering whether you’ll like the results. You don’t need to arrive knowing your best angles or having practised poses together. There’s room to settle in, laugh, and get comfortable. My goal is to help you feel at ease enough that your attention can come back to each other. Hearing that Keri felt comfortable during the session—and then had so many photographs she wanted to frame—is the kind of feedback that stays with me.
Choosing Wildcat Falls for Your Autumn Couples Session
For couples considering fall photos in Merrimack, NH, Sebastian and Keri’s session offers a little inspiration. Wildcat Falls gave us the trails and autumn colour that suited their session so beautifully, along with a connection to the town they now call home. When choosing your own location, think about how you’d like the experience to feel. If spending time outdoors together sounds like your kind of afternoon, a trail setting may be a lovely fit.
A few simple things can help you prepare:
- Wear shoes you can comfortably walk in. Consider the walking between photographs as well as how your outfit will look.
- Bring a warm layer. Choose something you’d be happy wearing in a few photos, so staying comfortable feels easy.
- Coordinate without matching exactly. Colours and textures that work together leave room for both of your personalities.
- Keep some flexibility around the foliage. Autumn looks different from year to year, so let the season help shape your session rather than relying on one exact shade of leaves.
Most of all, choose clothes you feel good moving around in. You should be able to focus on the person beside you without constantly adjusting what you’re wearing.
A New Chapter Is Worth Remembering
Moving somewhere new is a meaningful chapter in a relationship. You’re finding familiar places, building routines, and making a home together. A couples session can be a beautiful way to remember that time. You can also book simply because you’d love photographs of the two of you as you are right now. That’s a good enough reason. Sebastian and Keri, thank you for trusting me to capture a little of this season in your lives. I loved getting to photograph you together, and I’m so grateful these memories will have a place in your home. And Sebastian, when the modelling agencies call, please remember who believed in you first.
Planning Your Own Couples Photos in New Hampshire?
If you’re thinking about an autumn couples session at Wildcat Falls or elsewhere in southern New Hampshire, I’d love to hear from you. Together, we can choose a setting that feels right for you and create photographs you’ll be excited to bring home.
Get in touch with Kobita Photography to start planning your session.
