While we were in Panama photographing Marri & Aldo’s engagement session, I also had the honor of photographing a destination family portrait session for Aldo’s family. Isn’t his little niece absolutely adorable? The whole family was so fun and friendly, welcoming us to their beautiful country of Panama with open arms. It was a real joy to meet all of them. Muchas gracias mis amigos!!!
Every now and then, a couple comes into our lives who somehow make our hearts feel full and free. Marri & Aldo are THAT kind of couple!
I’ve known Marri for about 4 years now as I’ve worked with her on a professional level, photographing assignments for the company she works for. In fact, she was the person that originally hired me! I was so proud of her when she took on a new position with the company, as the Regional Director based in Panama. Imagine my excitement when she shared the good news that she’d met someone special…in Panama!!!
Last week Cami and I had the honor of meeting Aldo and his family. What an AMAZING guy!!! We all met up in the old walled city of Casco Viejo for their destination engagement session. It was so much fun exploring this historic part of Panama City…laughing, goofing off, and getting to know each other along the way. Marri was absolutely STUNNING, flashing her contagious smile in that warm tropical light. Aldo’s rugged good looks showed off his Central American roots.
As sunset turned to evening, Aldo was so kind in inviting Cami & I to join them for dinner. What a true gentleman! Spending the evening with good food and good friends was a wonderful treat.
CONGRATULATIONS Marri & Aldo! I can’t wait to be there for you on your beautiful wedding day!!!
Paul is the epitome of a true gentleman!
Evidence of that is the care and attention to detail he put into a beautiful weekend for his future bride. I was honored to be a part of his plans to propose to the adorable Lacey! We emailed ideas back and forth, figured out the perfect timing, and talked on the phone to fine tune each and every step.
This past weekend, Paul led Lacey into a private courtyard at the historic Mills House in downtown Charleston. With all the staff “in” on the secret, everything went off without a hitch…even when Lacey almost derailed it by asking one of the bell hops to take a selfie with her phone. 😉 Somehow, Paul got things back on track and in a touching moment, asked Lacey to be his wife!!! Celebrating with champagne, a private serenade, and a candlelight dinner, I left the two love birds to enjoy their evening.
The following morning we met up for a fantastic walk-about through our picturesque city streets. Lacey took over the engagement session with her gorgeous smile, bubbly personality, and creative eye. Paul was proud as could be, and happily put up with all our crazy ideas and fun poses! To see the rest of their photos, head over to http://chrisandcami.zenfolio.com/laceyandpaul.
Many thanks to my good friend and amazing photographer, Roxy, for the kind referral. CONGRATULATIONS Paul & Lacey! It was such a pleasure being a part of this special day for you both!!!
I feel like a SPY!!!
Chris and I have been in cahoots for several weeks now, planning his really cool surprise wedding proposal to Mandi. Chris is an incredible guy! Everything he’s planned out, down to the finest details, has all been to make Mandi the happiest girl in the world. I think it’s so honorable when a man does that for his future bride!!!
Yesterday, the big day finally arrived! It was Mandi’s birthday. Chris had planned it that way so she wouldn’t suspect he was proposing until the last minute…pretty sneaky! They drove down for a fun weekend get-away to Charleston. The first stop on their list was to visit Middleton Plantation for a relaxing tour of the gorgeous gardens before their dinner reservations.
Before they arrived, I took all the picnic items, and the painted pumpkins, and set them up under the oak tree Chris had selected for “the spot”. With eyes on the target, I was able to follow the Mandi & Chris as they strolled around the grounds, sneaking a few shots as they went. Once they began approaching the picnic area, I got myself hidden and waited for them to come into view
With heart pounding and hands sweating, I gripped the camera and captured a ton of great shots as Chris asked Mandi to be his wife! Photographing all the cute moments of their picnic was a delight. Finally I came out of hiding so that we could create some beautiful engagement photos of them in the gorgeous “Magic Hour” right before sunset!
CONGRATULATIONS Mandi and Chris! May your lives be full of joys too numerous to count!!!
With all the mayhem leading up to their BEAUTIFUL wedding (which was featured in Borrowed & Blue by the way), Amanda, Alicia, and I didn’t get a chance to photograph their engagement session. So instead, Amanda had this really creative idea to do a post-wedding “lifestyle” shoot in their home! We had SO MUCH FUN hanging out and creating these awesome images of life, love, family, and togetherness!!!
After their beautiful wedding, Maniesha & Travis met up with me for a fun After-Shoot in historic downtown Charleston!
We met at Waterfront Park, explored the old French Quarter, stumbled onto some cobblestone streets, found some black iron gates, and even hit up famous Rainbow Row. We had a BLAST, and came up with some really cool photos together. Both Maniesha and Travis are very creative and I loved all their amazing ideas!
CONGRATULATIONS to Charleston’s newest newlyweds!!! 🙂
Jeff and I have been covertly corresponding about his Secret Proposal to his beautiful girlfriend, Christina, since back in March!!! It’s been so much fun coming up with the perfect plan together. It really showed me how much he truly loves this amazing young lady!
The Big Day finally arrived yesterday. As they were enjoying the House Tour at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, I was getting the stage set and getting in my hiding place. When the tour was done, Jeff led Christina down a winding path and stopped underneath a gorgeous live oak tree. He read a wonderful speech he had prepared for Christina. Than got down on his knee to ask for her hand in marriage.
SHE SAID YES!!! 🙂
Afterwards we spent some time walking through the gardens, photographing fun engagement photos, and enjoying the evening together. Christina was so excited. She could hardly keep her eyes off her amazing new ring. And she couldn’t stop hugging and loving on Jeff the whole time! 🙂
It was an honor and a pleasure to be a part of this special occasion for Christina & Jeff. CONGRATULATIONS to you both!!!
It’s been a looong time coming!!!
Peyton, with the help of his incredible family, has been secretly planning his proposal to Meredith in the heart of beautiful downtown Charleston for months! Yesterday, the big day finally arrived. The dreary weather had finally cleared away, leaving us the perfect day for him to ask for her hand in marriage.
But when I got to the spot we had so carefully picked out at The Battery Park, the city of Charleston had roped it all off to let the grass grow in! After a flurry of frantic texts back and forth, we had an excellent “Plan B” in place. Fortunately, Meredith still had no clue what was in store. So everything turned out PERFECT!!!
After she said “Yes”, the three of us had a wonderful time strolling through the park, around the old historic district, and along The Battery, capturing amazing engagement photos as we went. Returning to the park, his family was there to congratulate the newly engaged couple, before sending them off on a romantic carriage ride. To see the rest of their images, visit: http://chrisandcami.zenfolio.com/p393066554
Longtime sweethearts from ECU (and recent graduates I might add), Meredith and Peyton are absolutely perfect for each other!!! I was so honored, and had so much fun capturing this exciting once-in-a-lifetime event for them.
CONGRATULATIONS Meredith & Petyon! We wish you all the best for a beautiful new life together…
My heart is full!!!
Being a part of Dana’s Secret Proposal to Alyson yesterday at Middleton Place was a real honor. They truly are a very special couple! If ever there was a match made in heaven, THIS is it!!! 🙂 I had so much fun secretly planning all the details with Dana. And I couldn’t be happier for the two of them!
CONGRATULATIONS Dana & Alyson! May God bless you as you begin this beautiful new journey together…
Many thanks to our friends at Sposa Bella Photography for recommending us to Tatjana & Scott! They are such a fun and charismatic couple. Their energy is contagious. And their love is a joy to behold!
Here are a few favorites from their beautiful Historic Charleston Engagement Shoot. We started out at Washington Square Park, worked our way down the famous Chalmers Street, hit the dramatic Dock Street Theater, and caught the haunted Philadelphia Alley before working our way back up Broad Street.
I can’t WAIT to be a part of their beautiful wedding day!!! 🙂
I have a confession. Joseph and I have been in cahoots for several weeks! We’ve been sneaking around behind Jessica’s back, sending cryptic messages and false emails to throw her off our trail. Why? Well, we’ve been planning this AMAZING secret proposal for the love of his life!!! 🙂
This morning, the big day FINALLY arrived! It was so cool to watch Joseph lead his beautiful girlfriend down the elegant avenue of oaks at Charlestowne Landing, where he asked her to marry him on bended knee under a cathedral of giant trees.
To our knowledge, this is the first time anyone has captured a proposal this magical place. Many thanks to Courtney and the fine folks at Charlestowne Landing for all their help in making this happen!
CONGRATULATIONS to Jessica & Joseph! You guys are amazing together! eHarmony should be VERY proud!!! 🙂
Just over a month to go before Ashley & Kent tie the knot…YAY!!! 🙂
Ashley & Kent were referrals from the amazing Whitney & Logan (and mom, Theresa), who are all-time favorites in our book! After having so much fun with Ashley & Kent at their engagement session, I think they are diving strait into that same book. I absolutely LOVE these two…their fun energy, their quirky humor, and their fullness of life!
I can’t wait for their Big Day to get here!!!
