High school sweethearts, Ariel and Blake, all dressed up and ready for a lovely evening at their Jr/Sr Banquet. I enjoyed shooting this whirlwind pre-banquet session for two young people who made my job easy.
The Picones
I give you Ashley and Rico, two friends of ours who live in Washington.
Rico, a philosophical scientist, a deep thinker and professor.
Ashley, thorough and thoughtful, a coffee enthusiast who notices the little things.
They form quite the pair. They're fun and affectionate. They listen AND bring something of value to the conversation.
While I know this is starting to sound like some weird personal couple's ad, it's not. These folks are just so great. Really. We hit it off with them a few years ago during another Washington trip, and we've been good friends since. They are two special people, both to each other, and us.
Matt & Emily Engaged
Two people brought together completely unexpectedly at a party. Neither one is looking for the other. An attachment is formed naturally, and a friendship grows into something more.
If you watch Matt & Emily for any period of time, you can tell just how much they mean to each other. He cares deeply for her, and she for him. There's a tender sincerity, between them, but also an air of ease. They function together well. It's the kind of foundation forever should be built upon.
The perfect backdrop for this engagement session was a church- the church where Matt's paternal grandmother worked as a seamstress her entire life. Then, the church's garden, where her ashes were scattered when she passed. Afterwards, the downtown area, only streets away from where Matt grew up.
Next May, these two will wed in another sentimental place: the backyard of Emily's childhood home. I get the privilege of photographing this beautiful moment.
In life, you truly do find those things, those special and rich things, when you aren't looking.
Nathan & Casey
Loads of color and feeling in this fairytale engagement. Shooting these two lovebirds' wedding late this summer. Wahoo!
The Tuckers
A 20th anniversary shoot with two charming, loving, fun, and 100% authentic people. It doesn't get any better than that.
Party at the Braggs
Boy, do these people know how to have a good time! They not only let me photograph their celebration of retirement and Phil's birthday, but they made me feel like a part of the clan.. AND they fed me delicious food (big winner there, folks). This was a blast to be a part of, even for an introvert like myself.