Lisa & Anthony

It was with much excitement when I met Lisa & Anthony in October,2012 to discuss their wedding details.

We met at the Water's Edge Resort in Westbrook CT. It was a beautiful venue over looking the ocean. 

Between the gorgeous grounds and the ocean at our disposal, my mind was whirling with ideas ! 

Lisa & Anthony had decided to see each other prior to the ceremony. We planned a first look that would allow the same "wow factor" as if he were seeing her for the first time walking down the aisle.

We blind folded Anthony and then brought Lisa to him, it was an amazing moment when the blind fold came off.

Off to the beach we went, which was ideal for this perfect summer day ! The lighting was perfect ! I would love all my weddings to be like this ! 

While speaking with Lisa & Anthony, they shared with me the special meaning behind Anthony's boutonniere. Seeing Anthony's parents were with us in spirit, they had two charms made of his parents to wear on their special day.

Woodruff Family Session

When Karen contacted me, she hoped that we could schedule a session before her husband was deployed to Afghanistan. I did whatever I needed to in order to make this session happen. I can't even imagine leaving my family for such an extended amount of time. Let alone putting my life on the line for our country. It takes a special person and family to live such a selfless & commited life.

I'm honored to have captured these memories !

 Did you know, we have lots of laughs and silly faces included in our family sessions ! 

 And . . . .giggles ! 

And love . . . .

And sweetness . . . .

And adorableness . . . {wait, is that a word? } 

It's a love thing . . . Kimberly & Dan

"I've never had our pictures taken before and I really want to do this, I'm just so nervous!"  I can't even count the number of times that I hear this from a new client. This gets my mind to whirling for fun and exciting, but not to over the top, ideas. Naturally, I want them to enjoy their time with me. I want to show them just how beautiful they are, how their glow exudes their entire being and maybe, just maybe I can help them be a little less critical of themselves. That my friends is one of my most sought after goals, for myself included . . . .

Kimberly & Dan, I hope you will also see all the beauty in your preview !!! I had a great time with you both and wish you many more happy memories !

Erica & Scott {waiting }

A moment in my tummy  . . . . a lifetime in my heart 

Erica received this maternity session for a shower gift and when we spoke about what her ideal session would consist of - " I haven't even thought about pictures" was her response. I knew at that moment I was going to meet a couple that was down to earth and focused on the arrival of their special delivery.

Mother Nature kept playing with me, rain then sunny rain then sunny. When I woke up that morning it was raining. Twenty minutes before our scheduled session the rain stopped and the sun came out! I was so glad. Fall had definitely peaked in New England and I couldn't resist these beautiful colors. So many miracles in one photo.

Enjoy your preview Erica & Scott!  I can't wait to get the news of your little sweetie.

Agnes & Mark

Marriage is the perfection of what love aimed at, ignorant of what it sought.

It was an intimate wedding being shared with those that hold most dear to their hearts. More and more brides are recognizing their special day is about sharing in the celebration of love. Although they still need & want those images to savor and look back on, they are opting for "pre" wedding photos.

This was a perfect morning {which originally was calling for rain } that started the day with lots of smiles and the desire to stand before God and pronounce their love for each other. 

Enjoy your preview Agnes & Mark ! I wish you many years of happiness & health.