Lauren & John's engagement photos

I took these photos of Lauren and John back in March. It's now September. Needless to say this year is flying by. I am shooting their wedding this weekend and figured their engagement photos deserve a blog post before I jump right into their wedding. 

Before I get to the photos I just have to gush about how I adore these two. They are long time yoga students of mine, They come to classes together all the time. They're always smiling their million dollar smiles ear to ear. The love of their dog, Tima, is so dang adorable. And, they are two of the smartest people I know. Talk about couple goals!! 

Jennifer & Cliff's engagement

This darling couple chose the beautiful Palisades Park for their shoot. Although they said they're not photogenic and did not feel comfortable in front of the camera, none of that showed one bit. Just pure sweet authentic love was shining through for this lens to capture.  I absolutely love the unique ring Cliff had picked out for Jennifer and the vintage belt Jennifer had chosen to wear with her romper that used to belong to her grandmother.

Since Cliff is a surfer he was really looking forward to including some shots by the ocean, and he was such a trooper when the waves came up and soaked the bottom of his jeans. 

 Thank you, Jennifer and Cliff, for choosing me, congratulations on your engagement! 

Hannah & Jon

It was a beautiful day at the Arboretum as we walked around to capture the sweet couple their energy was so natural and earthy, which was the perfect mirror the environment we were in. Hannah and Jon chose this location because they are such nature lovers, If I had photographed them hugging the trees they would have been just as happy. However, these photos were for their marriage to each other..... not to the trees ;) 

Although I knew Hannah through the yoga studio we both teach at, it was so great to get to know her better throughout the day of our photoshoot. Her and Jon are such a sweet laid-back couple and I cant wait to shoot their wedding day.