You might remember Becca Greg from their Jackson, Ohio wedding I photographed last year. Soon after they married they transferred to Dallas, Texas. I was in Texas last week visiting family, so I caught up with Becca and Greg to do a mini session with their little fur baby Bella. It was really nice hearing about their new life in Texas. Im not gonna lie, that weather was nothing to complain about either. 7o and sunny in Feburary, take me back please.
Their story is one of the best one's I have heard. John was with a friend who was involved in a small fender bender with Ashley. He thought she was gorgeous so he asked for her number. After dating for awhile John took a job in sunny California and Ashley soon followed him there. Fast forward to now, they are happily married enjoying way better weather than us here in Cincinnati. :)
Their wedding day was one of those rainy fall days we had last month. I was determined to make sure Ashley and John enjoyed the day without stress so I came up with some unique ideas for pictures. As I was driving I noticed it was dry under the bridges, and we have plenty in this city, so that is where I took them for some of their pictures. Everything turned out perfectly. They had their ceremony and super fun reception at the Bell Event Centre, one of my favorite venues in the city. The staff always knocks it out of the park with their stellar teamwork and attentiveness. It was really great celebrating with John and Ashley, what a great end to my wedding season this year! 
A very unique, and sweet first look. 
If you have visited The Famous Neon's Unplugged in OTR you probably know Brent. Whenever I see him he has a big smile on his face. He is the guy who will always help a friend in need, and can probably build or fix just about anything. I have known him for many years, from what I know of him, he is usually pretty serious. During his engagement session with Darcy, his beautiful fiancé he met on a slow, snowy night at Neon's, I saw the fun loving side of Brent. These two have fun together, they laugh and laugh and laugh...they truly enjoy being around each other and it shows. It was a pleasure to experience and capture that love.
Since Neon's was where they met, and we were in the neighborhood, we stopped by for a drink and a couple of pictures. 
What a great day I had hanging out with this beautiful girl! Tara wanted something unique and fun for her senior portraits. Anyone who knows me knows I love to hear that, so we ran around Covington chasing light and color. I love the way these turned out. Thank you so much for choosing me to be your photographer, Tara. I can't wait to share the rest with you.
This was one of my favorite engagement sessions. When we were thinking of ideas for Katie and Josh I decided based on their personalities, we should go somewhere that was fun. They laugh a lot together, so I knew getting good intimate pictures would be easy wherever we went. I have always loved McGlasson Farm on Route 8. It is so pretty there year round especially during the fall. We decided to go there after spending a little time at Molly Malone's where Katie and Josh met. After a couple of drinks at the bar, we headed to the farm. It was a laid back day. Everything fell together perfectly. I was glad to spend so much time with these two. We have a lot in common, they are super laid back and so much fun! I can't wait for their wedding next year.
On a whim I asked them if they wanted to take a ride across the river on the Anderson Ferry since it was on the way back. We got out and grabbed some pictures, I love the way these turned out. That sky was amazing!! 
Kate and Erik had a classic wedding in downtown Cincinnati. It was one of those amazing fall days when the weather and light gods were on our side. What sticks out most about these two is just how well they compliment each other. They find comfort in each other, something I adore in a couple. I spent the day with Kate while she got ready with her girls. Though she didn't seem to be very nervous, I could see a huge sense of relief and happiness come over her when she saw Erik for the first time. It was awesome to witness. As we spent a large part of the afternoon taking pictures these two got to enjoy each other and savor every minute.
Kate was a stunning bride. 
I absolutely love when couples do a first look. It is such a special moment, and it allows for lots of alone time during the day. 
Ahh this moment is it. The first embrace alone after becoming husband and wife. I love when I am able to capture it.
After the ceremony we headed to Eden Park for a quick toast with the bridal party. Kate had some fans. :) 
The Bell Event Centre is always so spectacular. 
Oh how I am going to miss fall this year. The weather, for the most part, has been glorious. And those colors...please mother nature, just a little bit longer. :) I have had some very lovely shoots this year too. This one of Blythe and Derek was one of my favorites. They are total sweethearts. When they told me they wanted to take their engagement pictures somewhere where the color was nice, but also wanted a view of the city I knew Devou Park would be perfect. I have really enjoyed getting to know these two throughout their wedding planning process. Their are always smiling so big when I see them, I really enjoy that. I cannot wait for their wedding next year. 
As I was going through Rachel and Brad's wedding all of the wonderful memories of the day came rushing back to me. I was reminded of Rachel's beautiful smile, and the way she lost control of her emotions thinking about Brad in his suit. I was reminded of the way Brad looked at her not only during their first look, but throughout the entire day, he was so proud to be with her. I was reminded that being around these kinds of raw emotions, being the person who gets to document and help savor these memories is very important. I was reminded that my job is very important. Just like everyone, there are times when I question the career I have chosen for myself. I struggle with self doubt when I don't get a wedding I really wanted, it sometimes gets hard for me to balance being an artist and a wedding photographer. But, when I look at what I am able to give people, to know that they really appreciate it, there is no room for doubt and worry. All that is left is a heart full of love and gratitude. Thank you Rachel and Brad for sharing your day with me. I am so happy to share these images with you.
Beautiful fall weather and so much love. This one was very special for me. I got to hang out and watch these two compliment each other perfectly.
After a long friendship, with lots of flirting, Kristen and Sean's relationship revealed itself as love. They were drawn to each other and couldn't deny it any longer. I asked them when they knew it was the real thing. Kristen responded, "I knew it was real one day when we were watching TV together, he leaned over to scratch my back. It was the first time we touched in a different way. He said " I knew when I took her for a long bike ride. She had been holding onto me all day. I knew she was the one."
They let down their guards and really felt each other, their hearts opened up to the love that they had for each other. So sweet.
