When I initially meet with couple, I always tell them to think about the engagement session more like a date and less like a photo session. The season of being engaged is such a short time, in the context of this beautiful long journey of your marriage. Someday, you will look back fondly on these memories and be reminded of where it all began; the beginning of a commitment and the beginning of your new family.
That's why I usually suggest picking a location, or activity, that is special to you as a couple. Jess and Jacob decided to have their session in the Upper Peninsula, since this was their destination for family vacations as kids. Tragically, Jess's dad passed away when she was very young. The UP was his favorite place to be, so what held a special place as years of family vacations, has now become a sentimental place of nostalgia. Not only are these photos special because they will preserve this special season of life for Jess and Jacob, but it was a way to include her dad in the wedding celebrations and honor his memory.
They met at a get together that ended with Leah breaking her wrist, Yongseok coming to her rescue, and the rest is history. They tie the knot this weekend, can’t wait to share their wedding celebration soon!
He’s off on deployment across country, she’s holding down the fort here at home in West Michigan. It’s a tough sacrifice for so many of those in military service. I take for granted that I get wake up next to my true love everyday. But for these two that old saying, distance makes the heart grow fonder, is so true. They had this incredible, real, and magical connection, I just showed up and clicked the shutter. When you have so little time of being in each others arms, you really do cherish the moments you spend together.
Locations: In my studio, Provins Trail
Cyndi and Christina are a two special people, first off because they rock bright purple hair like no other I've seen. I really want to have bright purple hair now, not lying. Second, normal people would think I'm absolutely crazy for taking them into an abandoned factory filled with graffiti and trash, not Cyndi and Christina. They were totally up for the adventure, and it was really fun hanging out with them, can't wait for wedding day!
