Victoria + Jonathan // Engaged

I will probably never forget the first email I received from Victoria. She mentioned two things in that email that made my heart smile and they both made a huge impression on me. She mentioned that she loved how I discussed on my about page that I believe that marriage is a covenant and not a contract, and she also told that she loved how I had a picture of Diet Coke! 

Right then, I knew she was my people. And even though I hadn't met Jonathan I knew he would be my people too. And yep, after our session last week out at Ft. Hancock/Sandy Hook it was confirmed. These two are absolutely awesome and their love, joy and commitment to each other is so evident even in the adorable little side glances that they give to each other. I loved sharing an afternoon getting to know them better!!

We started on a gorgeously sunny day at Ft. Hancock and explored the grounds a bit and got comfortable in front of the camera. I had spied a seriously LEGIT door that made my little photographer heart explode so we spent quite a bit of time there too before heading over for a few quick photos at the oldest working Lighthouse in America and then on to the beach for some sunset photos. 

Victoria and Jonathan, I love that your upcoming marriage covenant has caused our paths to cross and I am silly excited for your beautiful January wedding! 

Interested in booking me for an engagement session or wedding? I'd love to hear from you! 

2016 Connect Retreat Photo Shoots!!

Last week in my recap post, I mentioned briefly about the photo swaps that were done at the Connect Retreat. Well today you are in for a treat! I had the pleasure and honor of shooting both of these amazing couples portraits and I'm so excited to show them of today! 

First, I have to say, the WinShape Retreat Center is pretty much a photographer's dream. Everywhere you look is SO beautiful and the contrast between the red roofs, the white walls with brown trim and the green grass and trees seriously had me like, woah. I was so blessed to have been able to do some shooting there!

First up was Kristy & Vic! I've known these two for a while and even met up with them briefly when they visited NYC a while back. I was so excited to see them again! We talked before hand about swapping photos so we met up a little before dinner to do a photo swap around the campus! Love them! 

Up next was Mary-Claire and Paul! This cutie couple was in our small group and needed some updated photos of the two of them! These two have EIGHT kids and I would say that deserves some celebration!! So blessed to capture two people who are such a great example of a Godly marriage!