Siesta Key Anniversary . Florida Wedding Photographer

Will and Mia got married just a year ago on this very beach. They're both in education, but she's also the photographer behind Little Hummingbird. Their meaningful session was right up my alley. As I packed up my gear to head for the beach, it started to pour like a hurricane. The water and winds ate into their session for about twenty minutes while we waited anxiously. It finally cleared. Then to our surprise, everything went white. The sky and the sea matched the bleached quartz sand. And then the sun broke through the clouds and did this epic Michelangelo thing. As we moved to the rocks, everything turned gold. Later, when Mia and Will went for a swim in the gulf of Mexico, the sky changed again into a myriad of deep pinks. This session reminded me why I love photography so much. Between getting to work with awesome, adventurous people who are up for anything, and the unpredictably of light, this shoot was idyllic. I can't imagine a more special setting for their anniversary.

Bohemian Desert Elopement

I've always loved the idea of elopements. I love simplicity, and the recognition that a wedding is all about the two of you. And using a beautiful landscape like a rocky desert as the backdrop while you commit to each other for life is a glorious option. No decorations necessary.

I worked with an amazing Arizona team on this one. These artists are the real deal and I count myself extremely lucky. 

Dress: Saint Isabel | Florals: Butterfly Petals | Hair and makeup: Heather Ferguson | Couple: Heather Ferguson and Joshua Ilia

Mexico

A vicious cycle is broken when I get out of my daily routine and embrace the newness of travel with everything I've got. It forces me to be hyperaware and relish opportunity. I feel more connected to the people around me, to the earth, and (huge bonus) my photography gets better. Like a lot better. New eyes are the best eyes.

A few weeks ago I took a trip to Mexico with my husband and our two friends. It was a stark contrast to the dreary CT landscape. If Mexico had a mood board, it'd be splashed with neon and glitter. Everything was flavorful and everyone took the time to savor it. We spent our days eating tacos, bonding, swimming in the sun, and buying colorful Mexican art. OH. And dancing to Rihanna. A LOT. Sweet freedom.

Photos of me + Jeremy taken by our friend, Brittany Hurley.

Priscila and Dave at the Parkway Museums. Philadelphia Engagement Photographer

If I had to describe my photography style in one word, it would be thoughtful. So I was excited when Priscila reached out because she's exactly the same way. We talked in length about her style beforehand and it was so much fun planning out the shoot together. She's a smart minimalist with an appreciation for interesting shapes, patterns, and symmetry. We went to the Rodin Museum and the Philadelphia Museum of Art where their modern look could really shine against the backdrop of Classic French and Greek Revival Architecture.

Priscila and Dave were so sweet with each other throughout the shoot and so pumped to be engaged. Dave shut down an entire rooftop restaurant in NYC to propose to this girl. Congratulations to this gorgeous, loving couple! 

Katie and Bryan in Washington Square West. Philadelphia Engagement Photographer

Katie happens to be the first friend I made at collage and we've seen each other through joy and heartbreak. I love her and Bryan together. They make each other laugh, they're great activity partners, and they're incredibly dedicated pet parents to Ollie and Layla.

Despite our requests, Bryan says I can't photograph the wedding AND be in it. I guess he has a point. So I'm honored to present the following images as an homage to my sweet friends and a toast to their engagement! Mazeltov.

Styling by our talented friend, Brittany Hurley