Fun + Romantic Marina Del Rey Engagement

Minnesota natives Kali and Sean have a special place in their hearts for Marina Del Rey — they visit the beautiful Southern California town every spring to see family and soak up the sun, so it only made sense to have their engagement photos taken there!Joelle Julian Photographycaptured the couple’s fun and romantic spirit as they road around the town beach cruisers, walked alongside picturesque canals, and danced together on a secluded sandy beach.

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These beach cruiser shots are such a fun element of this engagement shoot, it really lets the playfulness of Kali and Sean’s relationship shine through.

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Kali’s bright yellow dress looks absolutely stunning next to the beautiful Venice canals.

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We love this shot against the peach wall! All of the flowers and bright colors make it really pop.

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The couple ended their day by the ocean — the weather was gloomy so they had the entire beach to themselves, making it all the more intimate.

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The love and comfort these two have with each other is so sweet!

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Kali’s engagement ring is truly incredible and using elements of the beach to get a detailed shot of it is such a creative idea!

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That’s a wrap on this gorgeous Marina Del Rey engagement shoot!

If you’re loving the beach vibes and want more inspo, check out this Oregon Coast Anniversary, this Romantic Rowboat Engagement or this Lake Harriet Styled Shoot!

photography // Joelle Julian Photography

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Fun + Romantic Marina Del Rey Engagement