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The rain held off enough for us to get some beautiful moments documented for these two last night. I drove up to their home they have been working on together to shoot their engagement session, and we finished the evening with the clouds rolling in behind them, and it was perfect. 🖤
I am excited because it’s another full week of shoots and then a wedding to finish it all off! I have two more engagement sessions, some headshots with lovely people, and a fun wedding with an awesome couple. I can’t wait!! * This weekend was a little break from regular work, with a mentor session with @danielleholtmanphotography_ yesterday and then family time, which included beer and long talks around the patio. And it was perfect. Now I am ready for a bit more relaxing before jumping back into work tonight! * Happy Sunday!! Whatever you’re up to, I hope it’s a great day!
My first baby GIRL newborn session I have had in a year was yesterday morning, and it made my week. I have worked with lots of newborns this past year, and they have all been precious little boys, so it was a treat to work with a girl too. * Peonies were stocked up, so I had to incorporate them, and this little one was just precious to work with. There is something so beautiful about watching a new family together. This little gal is so loved. 🖤✨
This is one of my favorite spots in the house, especially in the morning when the sun is shining in. It’s where I sit with my coffee and journal, and spend time working and answering emails too some days. I love our little home, and how it feels so fresh and cozy. My decor style is “Airbnb vibes with plants” these days, so thank god for Target and local plant shops. 😂 * What is your favorite part about your home? Someday I hope it’s a bathroom that is big and sunny and tiled and full of plants, but right now it’s my living room. 😍
When I met with Molly and Galen to talk about shooting their wedding, the coffee shop I usually meet at was completely packed out, with not a table open. So we went to plan B, a Starbucks nearby, which also turned out to be full. Finally, we ended up at a local pizza place and enjoyed pizza and Stromboli while we talked wedding stuff. And it was one of my favorite consults ever. 😍 * These two were one of the most lovely couples, and their ceremony and reception reflected their deep love for each other, and their deep love for their friends and family. They made time to spend partying with each of their guests, fully enjoy the food at their reception, they only had elements they truly loved and were meaningful to them in their ceremony, and the day was exactly as all wedding days should be: fun, meaningful, and all about the couple. * I’m working on their gallery this week, and I am legit smiling the whole time because look at them! 😍 * If you’re planning your wedding, don’t be afraid to make it just exactly how you like it. Let it reflect who you are and don’t incorporate something into your day if it’s not really something you want. 🖤
How to start your day off with success in 3 easy steps. READY?! 😍 * 1) Brew that coffee 2) Pour that coffee in that cup 3) Drink that coffee and have a damn good day 🤗🤗🤗 * In all seriousness though, after starting my day off with a good morning routine, I am ready to go and get the things done on my agenda. Before I even work or think about work, you’d probably find me sitting on my couch (as I am right now typing this out) with a cup of coffee and my journal. Sometimes I listen to music, or watch a video about mindset stuff, but I always make time for me first thing to set the day up right. * I think we all carve out some sort of morning routine, and however it fits into YOUR life is just right for you! 🖤 * What’s your go-to morning beverage? Mine is freshly made coffee from our @tradecoffeeco subscription with a little half and half. In the summer, I like to ice it up and drink it cold! 🥶
It might have rained on Kelly’s wedding day, but we were able to get all of the bridal party and couple photos in beforehand, and I am so glad! We had a great bunch of folks who stood up for the couple, and I was in awe of them. The whole bridal party was amazing, carrying chairs, offering to help wherever needed, holding umbrellas for each other, and they truly loved celebrating the bride and groom. * Friends are so beautiful and watching that friendship in action on Saturday was amazing. Also, how adorable are these blush tones?! 🖤✨
On the blog today: Rachel and Aaron’s Winona Lake engagement session! * These two are just spectacular, and I am really looking forward to their wedding later this summer! They are both really talented people, with a shared love of music. Rachel is a really amazing tennis player, so we threw a nod to her love of the game by stealing a few moments on some tennis courts we found. Aaron told us funny smackdowns he yelled as a 5 year old, which gave us some fun laughs that afternoon. * Here’s to sunny spring days with the wind in your hair, a smile on your face, and your love’s hand in yours.🖤✨ * Follow the link in my profile to see some of my favorite images from their engagement session!

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