January 29, 2015

Ellen + Marshall [Philadelphia Engagement]

January 29, 2015/ Ashley

Ellen and Marshall met while attending Boston University, where they were on the same committee for the “Alternative Spring Breaks Program.” They got to know each other as their group prepared logistics for the various trips going out from the school; Ellen volunteered in NYC, and Marshall in Georgia. At the university’s winter formal, Marshall gathered the courage to ask Ellen to dance with him. A week later was their first date, and their love has continued to deepen over the last four+ years.

While Marshall and Ellen were enjoying a weekend getaway to New Hampshire, Marshall asked the love of his life to spend forever with him. They’re eagerly preparing for their April wedding in Philadelphia, and I can’t wait to be part of it.

On a recent rainy weekend, they drove from Boston, and we explored Longwood Gardens for their engagement session. As you peruse these photos, I hope you can just feel the love and warmth between these two!

I was changing lenses on my camera, and I turned to see them cuddling like this. Ahhhh so cute.I'm swooning over this next one!

January 12, 2015

Heather + Corey [Lancaster Engagement]

January 12, 2015/ Ashley

There’s something significant about capturing the devotion between high-school sweethearts. They've grown up together, through the milestones as well as everyday life, and their love is stronger because of it. Heather and Corey were in the same friend-group during their freshman year but weren’t romantically interested. After graduating, they stayed in their hometown for college; their friends were away. They were left with…each other. ; ) Heather’s mom started suspecting they would end up together when they began spending hours fishing together. Moms have a great intuition! This sweet couple soon realized their friendship had grown into more.

They excitedly plan their future together as they hike, golf, play games, and do anything outdoorsy. We hit it off right away during their session, and I’m so eager to capture their June wedding!

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_01

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_02

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_03

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_04

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_05

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_06

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_07

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_08

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_09

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_10

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_11

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_12

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_13

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_14

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_15

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_16

Downtown_Lancaster_Engagement_Session_17

Here in PA it's been COLD-- in the single digits! For this engagement session, we lucked out with a 50-degree day complete with sunshine. Yes, please. Add in some gorgeous architecture (Franklin & Marshall College), an affectionate couple, and it equals a successful session! One of my favorites. Such joy! The way they look at each other is too sweet!

December 15, 2014

Shane + Sara [Lancaster Engagement]

December 15, 2014/ Ashley

In 2009, Shane was a groomsman in his friend’s wedding. He noticed a pretty bridesmaid (Sara!) from across the room, though they didn’t have a chance to speak that evening. Besides, the timing wasn’t right: Sara was dating someone else at the time. Several years later—in 2012—they both ended up at a summer cook-out. It was hosted by the same couple whose wedding they were in. Luck was on their side, and they were both single this time. They talked the night away and the next week, Shane asked her out for sushi. And they've been inseparable ever since.

One of their favorite past-times is traveling, so this Fall Shane completely surprised Sara with a proposal at a vineyard in New York overlooking a lake. I’m excited to celebrate with these two when they tie the knot in May.

I enjoyed getting to know this sweet couple as we meandered around the beautiful property of Sara’s friend. They’re so easy going and it’s easy to see they adore each other. I am so thankful when my clients trust me when I say crazy things like, “Ummm guys, trust me on this one…can you stand here in this holly tree?” Sometimes the simplest backgrounds can make the loveliest shots.