When I started talking with Laura and Matt about their engagement session, they mentioned The Riparian Preserve in Gilbert.  I had never been there before, but had always wanted to check it out.  Then, when they mentioned they wanted to bring their pup along, I was even more excited!  When the day came for their engagement session, the Riparian Preserve was packed!  Thankfully we were able to find a quite little spot to take pictures with their pup at.  Matt’s brother took their pupper home and we went on to explore the rest of the preserve.  We got a little of everything here!  Gorgeous green desert trees.  Little pops of lakes and creeks.  And even a few pictures with the iconic saguaro garden at the front of the preserve!