All in Spring
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!
Pops of red, burgundy, purple, and pink were scattered throughout the florals and beautiful bridesmaid’s dresses, creating a theme that resembled a colorful, spring garden. The gloomy, wet weather forecast shifted that morning to partly cloudy and breezy. What a treat it is to venture outside and explore unsuspecting locations that create beautiful and vibrant portraits! David and Dana’s wedding day was joyous, relaxed, and beautiful at the Hyatt Centric SouthPark.
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.
I may be a year late in posting this, but that’s ok! My sister, Marianna, graduated high school and entered UNC Charlotte last year as a mid sophomore with all the credits she earned from the community college. I’m so proud of her and all she’s learned and accomplished this year: working as a barista at Starbuck’s, excelling in her studies, educating others on politics and the sanctity of life, teaching piano students, baking/cooking, dancing, all while helping me stay in style and up to date on the current trends and vocabulary.
My jaw was on the floor editing these photos. No joke.
Can you believe this was our very first mountain photo shoot?! And dare I say, WE LOVED IT.
God was SO GOOD to provide perfect weather with beautiful light! Craggy Pinnacle is a very short hike with gorgeous views - exactly what we were hoping for!
A big shout out to Jenna, a senior at UNC Charlotte, who is graduating this May with a degree in Piano Performance and a minor in Children's Literature! If you've been following us for a while, you'll know that I (Jennifer) and my siblings attended UNCC, and we all studied music as a minor. It was special to be back on campus for her senior shoot, and to attend her senior recital!
