Cooper River Engagement Photographer: Alex and Ali

On a warm August night, I met Alex and Ali at Cooper River Park in Collingswood for engagement photographs. Ali was stunning in a gorgeous white dress, fit for a bride, and I loved Alex's style, rocking a vest. Ali and Alex are so easy going and super fun to be around- the kind of people you could see yourself hanging out for hours and it just seems like mere minutes have past. I will forever remember the gorgeous willow tree with the sun light streaming through it, making the most amazing backdrop for Ali and Alex's engagement session. We started on one side of the river, and ended on the other, with a breaktaking sunset.

A willow tree + golden hour = ah-mazing.

That dress! I LOVE it!

There's a lot of little hidden spots at Cooper River that are just magical.

I LOVE a good sunset! Some nights are more gorgeous than others.

We ended with a silhouette with Philadelphia behind us.

Normandy Farm Wedding, Blue Bell, PA: David and Marisa

In late May, we set out for Normandy Farm in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania for Marisa and David's wedding. I was so in love with Marisa's handmade paper floral bouquet with yellow, green, and coral flowers that she made herself! Other special details included her wedding invitation suite designed by one of her bridesmaids who is a graphic designer, a gorgeous cathedral veil (that was a thrift store find!), and her yellow Mary Janes. Marisa and David met just outside of the reception area at Normandy Farm for their First Look. I love First Looks for sooooo many reasons, but the best part is watching how emotional the bride and groom are on their wedding day. Watching Marisa's face as she saw David for the first time that day was so special. I remember asking her while she was getting ready, "What are you looking forward most to today?" and she answered, "I just want to get married." Marisa and David light up every time they see each other and they have such an amazing connection that was so evident as I spent the day with them. Their ceremony was an outdoor ceremony in front of Normandy Farm's signature white and red barn, complete with a huge gust of wind that carried Marisa's veil straight up in the air, making everyone laugh. Their reception space at Normandy Farm was filled with gorgeous twinkle lights and more gorgeous floral accents throughout. There was a soft, romantic vibe as Marisa and David had their first dance as a married couple. They danced the night away before we could sneak them away for one more shot of them in their bridal suite (see the last photo!).

THE DETAILS

Venue: Normandy Farm, Blue Bell, PA

Hair and Makeup Stylist: Cory Neuhoff of HairWaves

Gown: Vera Wang

Florals: The bride!

Cake: Normandy Farm

DJ: Binh Nguyen of Silver Sound DJs

Such a gorgeous, handmade paper floral bouquet, made by the bride! I also loved photographing her details in a gorgeous sitting room at Normandy Farm.

The Washington Room at Normandy Farm is so pretty and it just happened to match Marisa's colors.

Such an emotional First Look for Marisa and David.

During the ceremony, everyone had teary eyes, until the wind came and took Marisa's veil straight into the air. All of our tears turned to a little giggle!

Normandy Farm is such a fantastic setting for bride and groom portraits.

The wedding cake has it's own little silo. That's pretty darn special.

Twinkle lights, gorgeous floral centerpieces, just perfect.

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Ocean City Boardwalk Engagement, Ocean City, NJ: Geoff and Danielle

On a rainy day, I constantly refreshed my weather app, hoping we wouldn't need to reschedule Geoff and Danielle's engagement session in Ocean City, New Jersey. We decided to go through with it even though rain was in the forecast. When I arrived that evening, it was raining- but just a little- the kind of rain where you're not sure whether your umbrella should be opened or closed.  Geoff and Danielle said they were willing to brave the rain- so we did. It was pretty amazing because anybody who goes to Ocean City in the summer knows just how crowded it can be... well there was hardly anybody there. It was almost bizarre to see it so quiet, but it made for some amazing photos. We started on the beach just by the Music Pier in Ocean City and then made our way up to the iconic boardwalk. Geoff knows just how to make Danielle laugh and watching them interact is so adorable. They both have such an amazing sense of humor and it makes me so excited to be a part of their wedding day.

Geoff loves all things sea related- boats, fishing- you name it, so Geoff and Danielle wanted to incorporate that in their engagement session. They choose Ocean City, NJ- perfection.

We shot on the beach just by the Music Pier in Ocean City, NJ.

It was drizzling but we were able to on the beach and boardwalk to capture some great engagement photographs.

Nothing says "Ocean City," like the boardwalk and rides- a total must-have for an engagement session. 

Since it was raining ever so slightly, there was NOBODY on the boardwalk in Ocean City, NJ- something I've never seen. It was so awesome.

Wissahickon Trail Engagement, Philadelphia PA: Zane and Deana

It started with a conversation between Deana and me. She asked if I would be willing to shoot their engagement session in a location that involved rock climbing, something that Deana and Zane love to do. Did it sound crazy and a little challenging? Yes and Yes, and I was instantly up for it. We discussed wardrobe, hair and makeup- I advised Deana to go all out- and boy, did she. We met on a windy Sunday in May at Wissahickon Valley Trail in Fairmont Park in Philadelphia, PA. Deana showed up in a gorgeous peach gown from Nordstrom, professional makeup, gorgeous locks and HEELS. I still am in shock. I wore Toms and almost fell more times than I wish to share. Deana ROCKED her heels. (Zane was pretty cool too.) We hiked through lush foliage, fallen trees, and massive rocks. We made our way to Devil's Pool for some stunning shots just as dusk fell upon us.  Deana and Zane are just so adorable together- you could tell by the way Zane helped Deana along wet, rocky paths (even though she didn't need an ounce of help) that they are just made for each other. I am beyond excited for their wedding next year in Philadelphia at the Curtis Center.

When a tree is in your way, just cut a path through it.. because who doesn't want to stand in the middle for an adorable shot? The Wissahickon Trail was full of amazing little spots for Deana and Zane's engagement session.

Deana braved some creepy, crawly bugs by this tree at the Wissahickon Trail in Philadelphia during their engagement session.

Don't they look like they are in their own secluded wilderness? Hard to believe its in Philadelphia!

Deana and Zane are so adorable together. I cannot wait for their wedding at The Curtis Center next year!

Deana was in HEELS- yes, heels at Wissahickon Trail. Climbing rocks, sitting on the edge of a steep hill, and also sitting on a fallen over tree that is literally just above the water. SO adventurous- I love it.

So much greenery- it makes my photographer heart sing!

Zane was a perfect gentleman helping Deana navigate through the rocky stream by Devil's Pool in Wissahickon Creek.... and then he also helped me. Save the camera, let me fall in!

Deana and Zane climbed up, up, up to get to this gorgeous spot by Devil's Pool in the Wissahickon Creek. Did I mention there were people swimming?! Just feet from Deana and Zane were two men jumping into a small water hole from a great height- and I looked away because it looked really dangerous and it was FREEZING. Can you tell I have no inner daredevil?

Absolutely adorable together

I could hardly put my camera down since everything seemed like a photo op, but alas we were losing light and we were exhausted!

Grounds for Sculpture Wedding Session, Hamilton, NJ: Joe and Jamie

Jamie and Joe's first professional wedding photograph includes the Easter Bunny... seriously (how cool!). They were married late March surrounded by close family at the Voorhees Town Center in a private ceremony. Immediately after, they got in line to take a photograph with the Easter Bunny, wedding dress and all. Jamie and Joe decided that they would like to celebrate their marriage with a wedding session at Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, New Jersey.  If you've never been there, I would highly recommend a day trip- it's so completely peaceful and a great mixture of art and nature. We had such an amazing time in our own private golf cart complete with a tour guide! Jamie and Joe are such a fun, down-to-Earth couple and crazy about each other. A couple of weeks after our session, it was so much fun sitting with them in-person to reveal their wedding photographs. It was so sweet to hear Joe compliment Jamie on how beautiful she is, and to hear her compliment how great his hair... I mean, how great HE looked too! Congrats Jamie and Joe!

The bamboo at Grounds for Sculpture makes the perfect backdrop for wedding photos.

One "must-have" shot when you shoot at Grounds for Sculpture is along this tree-lined path. It was early April, so the trees were bare, but it still made for such a gorgeous shot.

Gotta love more bamboo and my all-time favorite tree at Grounds for Sculpture- I'm not a tree expert by any means, but I love a good weeping tree- makes for gorgeous backdrops for wedding and engagement photographs.

Like any photographer, I shrieked when I saw a gorgeous cherry blossom- and that engagement ring... great job, Joe!

This was shot on the grounds of Rat's Restaurant- the amazing restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture in New Jersey.

We ended the session how any good session ends- with a peacock in the background.