Several weeks ago, Mike reached out to me to scheme together to plan a blended family session with a surprise proposal at the end. I had to keep it a secret for what feels like forever, even through Elizabeth’s senior photos that I did a couple weeks before this session. Mike and I talked for weeks […]

Engagement Announcement, Blended Family, Photography

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First off, I'd like to say how incredibly HONORED I was that Suzie (a fellow photographer and friend) asked me to photograph her wedding. I just love Suzie and was so happy that she found Tim! Suzie had the most beautiful vision for her wedding - she wanted citrus colors which suits her personality perfectly! The day started off with the most perfect dress reveal. She stepped out of her house while her kids (and soon-to-be kids) got to look at her for the first time all dressed up. Their…

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This would be cute with the kids in front, and me and Shawn looking back over our shoulders.