Jagoda and Danny
Jagoda's favorite shot was taken on the steps of a carousel in Brooklyn. She loves it because it captures her and Dan just hanging out enjoying one another's company, as if there wasn't even a camera there. She writes "We're not posing, we're not dancing, we're not aware of our surrounding, we're just enjoying the moment." This one is actually my favorite, too, so I've posted my second favorite :)
She'd like to have a post-wedding shoot because her country club wedding will result in photos of green gardens, and she'd like to capture some images of her and Dan in their wedding gear on the beach or in the city since her wedding day timeline doesn't allow for that. She has a really cool idea for what she'd like to do with the pictures, but I don't want to spoil any surprises in case she wins!
I picked the below shot because I love the model poses I got from them here! Would you believe this was taken within the first 5 shots? Their body language is great, and you can so feel the love between them. Plus, they've each got a little hint of a smile! This was one of the most serious shots we took, the rest were mostly smiley and fun (there are a few with tongues sticking out at each other!), so this one stands out to me. Plus, it nicely showcases how much style they both have!
Vivian and Victor
Vivian picked this photo because it shows the closeness and love her and Victor share. She tells me the photo is very emotional for her to look at, and says "It's hard for me to put into words but there's such a connected and belonging feeling between him and I. We can't wait to be husband and wife." She'd like to do a trash the dress session on the beach, because she thinks it would be fun. And with her wedding coming up soon, she doesn't want me to stop being her photographer (awwww!).
I chose this photo because I love the looks on their faces. They've both got these cute smiles on their faces, like they're really enjoying the moment. I love how Vivian is stealing a kiss, and Victor is just going with the flow! I didn't have to do much posing with these two, but when they got into a pose they took it and ran, turning it into something completely new.
Lauren and Brad
Lauren and Brad chose this photo because they feel it is symbolic of their relationship. With both of them working three (yes, three!) jobs, life can get very hectic. Throughout all the chaos, they manage to still make time for each other whenever they can to enjoy "those precious moments that only the two of us can share...even if we are surrounded by hundreds of strangers in Grand Central Station." Lauren and Brad are undecided as to what kind of shoot they would like, but reminds me that they are down for anything fun!
This photo is one of my favorites not just because of how it looks, but also because it reminds me of how much fun these two are! Just a few moments later, this dramatic just-about-to-kiss photo turned into Lauren kicking over the escalator (in some seriously amazing red heels) and Brad doing crazy karate moves in the air! They were so into each other, they barely even noticed anyone else was there. I'm still surprised we didn't get kicked out of Grand Central with all the stunts we were pulling!
Liz and Dewayne
Liz tells me that the contest was hard on her because each time the looks through them, she has a new favorite. She likes this picture because it's different. She writes that "out of 300 pictures of Dewayne and I hugging and kissing I feel this one really expresses our love." They've been together for 9 years, and she had never realized that they always hold hands like this, and that it makes her feel like they will always be there for one another. Dewayne has even agreed to do a post-wedding session if they win! They would like to take time together to take some nice relaxed portraits, and Liz has already picked out an awesome location!
Before we had the shoot, Liz had mentioned this photo she had of her grandparents on their wedding day. She wanted to incorporate it somehow, and wound up getting this awesome frame for it. I love how Liz chose to incorporate such a special photo into her own engagement session. Aside from that, I just adore how in love they look. The smile on Liz's face is so peaceful as Dewayne gives her a sweet kiss.
Barbara and Michael
Barbara had such a hard time picking a photo, she sent 7!! In all fairness, I can only post one...so she left me with the task! I picked the 7th photo she submitted, because when reading her reasoning, it seemed to be the one she was most excited about. She loves how the image captures their passion, and how no one would ever know they were freezing (in all fairness, so was I! When they went into the water, I went too! haha). She writes that "This is the picture people dream of...and I really can not thank you enough for making it ours." She loves that she will always be able to look back at these photos and remember the feelings they had on that very day. Barbara wants to do a trash the dress shoot, as she too is up for anything! She loves her dress and wants to get some non-traditional shots while getting to wear the dress again--What girl wouldn't want that??
Well before our engagement session, Barbara sent me a link to a music video that captured the mood she wanted for her photos. I studied it quite a bit and came up with a ton of ideas. One of them, we discussed via email. My favorite photo from the shoot came from the series of photos I took with that idea in mind (one of her 7 favorites was the exact photo I had described before the shoot). This isn't the exact photo, but as I was setting it up, Michael dove in for a kiss. I love how natural these two look in this one. It has so much passion and love behind it, and that smile on Barbara's face is worth 1,000 words.
Angela and Rudy
Unfortunately, this entry somehow wound up missing! I received an email from Angela this morning saying that she noticed her entry was left out. I literally jumped out of bed and ran to my computer. I took a look and sure enough, it was in with my Spam. UGH! Computers! Anyway, here is their entry!
Angela sent three photos, so I've picked my favorite of the bunch! For Angela, her engagement was bittersweet. She's never been one to like how she appears in photos, and knew that a wedding meant having a lot of them taken of her. She didn't think she would be happy with the end results, but Rudy "reassured me that it didn't matter because I am beautiful to him inside and out. And, the day of the pics he made sure that he had me smiling and not worrying so much." She likes this photo because during the shoot, he was whispering things to her that he knew would make her laugh and keep her mind off the photos (he, on the other hand, was totally into the shoot!). Angela also writes, "He told me, "Don't worry" "Stay close to me" and I will take care of you. And, that's exactly what he did." How sweet is that? And not only that, but I personally think Angela looked gorgeous in every single photo!
She didn't specify what kind of shoot she'd like, but I'll take that to mean she wants to leave me in suspense!
I chose this photo because it is alllll about Angela! These two were one of my first few engagement sessions and during the shoot we had a LOT of fun. Rudy kept us all laughing, especially Angela. At this moment, they both let their inner supermodels take over, and the result is stunning. We snuck onto someone's stoop for a few shots. I love the lighting here, and I think they both look amazing! I love how Rudy is sticking so close to Angela. Their love and closeness as a couple really shines through!
So now it's your turn. You've read the stories, you've seen the photos...now you tell me....
*Voting will run through 11:59pm on March 7th. Winners announced March 8th.*
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