I’m like many other photographers in that I am often not in photographs because I’m always the one taking the picture. I can’t say that I’m personally bothered by this – I’ve definitely got some “problem areas” and the less photographic evidence there is of that the better, I say!

However, I was pleased as punch when I got these behind the scenes shots in my inbox the other day. They’re from Annie and Robin’s engagement session and were taken by Annie’s friend Stacey, who joined us on the shoot and kept an eye on Tipper when he wasn’t in the spotlight.

These are some of the first photos that I have of myself in action and I think they’re fun. Thanks, Stacey!

Nick is actually a very good friend of my husband’s. They are ‘bruthas from another mutha’ in that seem to have identical taste in most things, finish each other’s sentences, and sometimes even look like each other. On more than one occasion people have pointed to them and asked, “Are you brothers?” Jessica and I have gotten to know each other over very girly activities like the Sex and the City movie premiere and New Kids on the Block concerts. That’s how we roll. I was honored and oh-so excited when these two asked me to photograph their wedding. It’s always lovely to share in such an important day with a lovely couple, but to be able to share the experience with friends is just more special than I can describe.

We started out under Queensway Bridge. The thing about this bridge is, I’ve wanted to shoot a couple under there ever since I saw a scene in the second season of Dexter (love that show) that took place under it. The moment I saw it I knew I needed to find that bridge, and I did! I just love the lines.

I call this next one “We Are So In Love Our Heads ‘Splode!”

These two made each other laugh during the entire shoot, which is always so fun to capture!

Nick and Jessica, I honestly cannot wait for your wedding! It’s gonna be a beautiful day for two beautiful people. Thank you for letting me be a part of it. <3