I had the honor of working with Emily and Justin recently for their engagement photos! They are such a sweet couple, and I thought it was awesome that they’re both dentists. I captured this special season of life for them at the beautiful Historic Yates Mill Pond Park in Raleigh. It was a SUPER windy and chilly day, but that didn’t stop us from having fun and capturing gorgeous photos!

We started off by doing photos at the iconic waterfall and mill. Because it was so windy, I had to pose them strategically so E’s hair wouldn’t fly over her face. I positioned them in a way that would help us work with the wind, versus against the wind (i.e., I had Emily facing towards the wind, and I placed their heads together to “hold” her hair down).

We then captured some photos by the awesome rustic log building. Not only did it help block the wind, but the sun was setting SO perfectly behind them! I also wanted to incorporate some symmetry and sun flares in the shots—and boy, I was thrilled with the results! We then ended the session capturing some beautiful candid shots of them in a small grassy field. See more stunning photos from this wonderful engagement session below!

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I had the best time photographing engagement photos for Orlando and Jesse a few weeks ago! I was so excited when they told me they wanted to do an engagement session at their home, and capture some fun and authentic photos of them doing some of their favorite things! I remember they told me that they love to laugh together and enjoy food, art, and music. Thus, we incorporated some of their favorite things into the shoot to personalize their photography experience! We started off with them reading books in their bedroom, and then we captured some candid photos of them in their living room with their record player. We also had fun capturing some photos of them eating and drinking champagne, as well as taking a couple of beautiful portraits outside! The entire shoot was so fun from beginning to end, and documenting their love and connection was so special. Congrats again, Orlando and Jesse!

A Special Note on Safety and COVID-19:

Given the COVID-19 pandemic, please note that I am committed to your safety. I am fully vaccinated and wear a mask to all shoots. Feel free to contact me if you’d like additional details on how I’m handling safety during COVID-19.

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Even though we are in a crazy time in history and living through a pandemic, love is still in the air! I had the honor of capturing a sweet SURPRISE PROPOSAL for Chris and Alyssa a few weeks ago at the American Tobacco Campus in Durham. Chris got in touch with me about a month before the proposal, and I enjoyed learning more about him and Alyssa as well as hearing his plan for the proposal! They met in college and then moved to NC for Alyssa’s grad school program. They enjoy spending time around the American Tobacco Campus, hence he thought it would be a good place to propose. They talked about getting engaged after she finishes grad school in the spring, but Chris decided to propose a few months early to catch her by surprise (and he sure did!).

Before the actual shoot, Chris and I had a detailed game plan as to where they’ll walk and where I’ll be standing, and the plan went wonderfully. As they were approaching the spot, he spent a brief moment talking before he got down on one knee. I LOVED Alyssa’s expression as he was getting down on his knee—the shock and joy on her face was priceless!! :)

After he proposed, we walked around the ATC to capture engagement photos, and it was SO fun seeing the both of them interacting and laughing with each other! Their connection and love was so evident, and I was absolutely honored to be able to document this special season of life. Chris and Alyssa, thank you for entrusting me to capture this sweet and vulnerable moment, and congrats again on your engagement!!

Hope y’all enjoy the highlights below, and hope everyone continues to stay safe and healthy!

Location: American Tobacco Campus, Durham, NC

Are you in need of Durham Wedding Photographer or Engagement Photographer? I'd love to work with you and capture this special season of life! You can get in touch with me by sending me an inquiry here. I'm proud to serve the greater Triangle area including Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and beyond.