I’ve been taking Marianna’s photos since she was very little — back when I was playing around with a camera and didn’t know much of what I was doing. She was always an adorable and willing model! There’s almost a 13 year age gap between us, and I’ve treasured being her older sister and “pretend mom” all of these years. I’ve documented her birthdays, graduations, relationship with Ryan, and now their ENGAGEMENT!
Read MoreWooded and Blooming Matthews, NC, Engagement Session // Jonathan+Bethany
You’d never know the weather was pretty gloomy, misting an hour before, and pretty gray. We were on a mission to find color and BLOOMS, even though it was mid February.
I’d say that the mission was accomplished! Jon spotted the pear tree, and we navigated thorns and mud to get there.
Read MoreUtah Proposal and Engagement With a View // Andrew+Bethany
The post you’ve all been waiting for!!! Andrew and Bethany’s PROPOSAL and ENGAGEMENT photos!
We made the trip to Utah to surprise my (Jennifer’s) sister, Bethany, and to take some photos of them! We’ve been a part of all of my siblings proposals, and we didn’t want to miss this one!
The surprise was a huge success, and we’re so glad that we could be there.
Read MoreFarmland Engagement Session // Austin+Rachel
What an amazing night this was! This engagement session happened on an evening where severe summer storms suddenly appeared in the forecast and threatened our shoot. As we were looking at the radar on the way to the shoot, there was NO WAY we'd be able to take photos. But then God. He cleared it all up, gave us amazing light, a beautiful location, and gorgeous images of the sweetest couple. How amazing is that?! We just couldn't believe it!
Read MoreAutumn Colored Engagement Session // Ben+Brooke
Meet our new friends: An Australian and a Southerner. Or, you could just call them Ben and Brooke like we do. ;) They got engaged LAST WEEK and jumped on the wedding planning wagon to get a head start for international family and friends!
Read MoreMonroe, NC, Engagement // Kyle+Shannon
Meet Kyle and Shannon! We've known Kyle for a few years through our church, and it was so much fun to see him and Shannon together! Jon and I came away from their engagement session saying the exact same thing: they bring the best out in each other, and they were crazy happy, fun, kind, and so personable.
Read MoreMt. Pleasant, NC, Farm Engagement // John+Abby
Chickens, dogs, fields, a pond, canoe, and a very happy couple. We loved getting to know John and Abby better during their engagement shoot the other day! Abby and John met in college at App State, and they love the outdoors and anything adventurous. They didn't even mind when we asked them to get in a canoe at the end of the shoot so we could grab some cool drone shots!
Read MoreOur Proposal Story // Jon+Jennifer
What would I say? How would I feel? What on earth would I do? Or how would I really respond in the moment?
Those were the questions that occasionally flooded my mind over the past 10 years. I mean that in all seriousness! My only dream, desire, and aspiration was to be a wife and a mother. Like many other girls, I would sometimes imagine what those moments would be like. THE PROPOSAL.
Read MoreCharlotte, NC, Engagement // Eric+Mindy
We are so excited to share the engagement photos of this sweet couple! Jon grew up with Mindy's family in Missouri, so it was definitely very special for us to be a part of this fun time in their lives. Eric lives about 1.5 hours from us, close to the mountains. Mindy often braved the long drive to visit Eric [it took us 18 hours to get home from MO a few weeks ago, but it really should be more like 12 or 13...] while Eric periodically flew to see her and her family. Here is a little bit on how they met!
Read MoreThe Dairy Barn, Fort Mill, SC, Engagement // William+Lauren
William and Lauren were such FUN! This engagement shoot included an abundance of laughter, adventure, crazy horses [see below for proof!], and sweet moments. The weather at The Dairy Barn was absolutely perfect. Lauren did a fabulous job in selecting outfits that popped, as well as bringing some fun props. We have so enjoyed getting to know this couple and have included their story below so you can get to know them as well! Hint: it's hilarious.
Read MoreWaxhaw, NC, Engagement Session // Joe+Jenna
Joe and Jenna were so much fun to shoot with my girlfriend Jennifer as my second shooter. I was introduced to them via Jennifer, who will be performing at their wedding with her family music business Wescottage Music, it's neat when we both get to be doing photography and music at the same wedding! It's been a joy getting to know Joe and Jenna, and I'm so excited to be their wedding photographer next month!
Read MoreSurprise Proposal! // Jason+Lauren // Engaged
There's just something about an engagement. Capturing that moment, so full of emotion, joy, and anticipation. Jason surprised Lauren on a gorgeous, Sunday afternoon, and recording her surprise and joy was special and it makes me smile just thinking about it. Congratulations you guys!
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