My business has been going through a lot of changes lately, not in the services we provide, changes to our creative vision have helped shape our identity in the photographic community. Years ago most of the photographs I took were poses I had seen used in wedding photos before and ultimately were more traditional and possibly less creative photographs. Or as my friends would call it “Cookie Cutter”. While these clients were still happy with their photos I always strive to provide a better service. As I have progressed as a photographer I found that I really have a passion for capturing more candid and spontaneous portraits and this fact has inspired me to incorporate it in all aspects of my photography. Because of the heightened emotions of a wedding day it was easy to take meaningful and natural candid photos but engagement sessions have proven difficult for me because without direction generally clients would feel uncomfortable creating a much less natural product. I found that by placing clients in a somewhat posed position and then allowing them to interact naturally by sharing a favorite story from their time dating or something funny that happened recently turns out much much more passionate pictures showing a connection between the people involved. That is exactly what engagement photos should be right? Photos that show the dynamic connection between two individuals and their lives.

Ann and Mark were absolutely great to work with. They were open to new ideas and had faith in my direction even though some of the photos were hard to visualize. Here are some more photos and expect more from their wedding next weekend.