An engagement session is more than a photoshoot—it’s a glimpse into a couple’s dynamic, an exercise in trust, and, for many, their first experience in front of a professional lens. It’s also where a photographer must transform raw emotion and fleeting moments into something timeless, all while navigating composition, lighting, and the natural uncertainties of human connection.
This year, guest judges Dylan Howell, Thien Tong, and Sara Rogers took on the formidable task of selecting the Best of the Best Engagement Photos of 2025. With thousands of submissions from across the globe, narrowing the list to just 50 was no small feat. In addition to our final collection, we’re proud to showcase 30 Honorable Mention images–listed below in no particular order. Each one is a testament to creativity, connection, and the art of engagement photography.
2025 Best of the Best Engagement Contest Honorable Mention Photos
Photo by Andres Mondragon
Photo by inka.bali
Photo by Ana Jabloncka Photography
Photo by Alexis Fam Photography
Photo by Alex Krotkov Photography
Photo by Please Don’t Blink
Image by The Hendrys
Photo by Wild Iris Studios
Photo by Wild and Green Photography
Photo by SAE Photo Film
Photo by Ali Miller Photography
Photo by Caitlin Free Photography
Photo by Chelsea Abram Photography
Photo by Chris Ray Photo
Photo by Celestine Aerden Photography
Photo by Ryan Murrant
Photo by Eppel Photography
Photo by Oliver Rabanes
Photo by Natalie Pluck Photography
Photo by The Legacy
Photo by Gusmank Photography
Photo by MJ Studios
Photo by Mikhael Andarias of Bare Odds
Photo by Logan Swayze Photography
Photo by Lindsey Paradiso Photography
Photo by Freya Photography
Photo by Kimon
Photo by Katy Kahla Photography
Photo by ISKRA photography
We were truly inspired by this year’s incredible submissions. Congratulations to the photographers featured in our 2025 Engagement Contest Honorable Mention Photos collection. Be sure to explore the full 2025 Best of the Best Engagement Photography Collection to see the official 50 favorite engagement photos of the year.