Jessica and Donald's Romantic Summer Engagement Session at The Rose Gardens and Mill Creek Park in Youngstown, Ohio

They told me it was their first professional photo shoot as a couple. I didn't believe them, partly because of how flawless they were THE ENTIRE SESSION, partly because I ALWAYS see photos of them on social media and partly because Jessica is a professional photographer. I've known Jess for a few years. We initially met because of our professions at a local creative entrepreneurs meeting with a group called the Rising Tide Society. If you follow me on social, you know I talk about this group... a lot. It's an amazing group to learn from, but even more amazing to develop authentic, beautiful friendships from. I'm so grateful I met Jessica at one of these meetings and have gotten to work with her a few times at weddings. She's just a sweet and kind human being! Throughout all of our time hanging out and working together, I've gotten to hear a lot about Donny. I couldn't believe our first official meeting was at their engagement session!…

Elizabeth and Dan's Rainy Summer Engagement Session at Ford Nature Center in Mill Creek Park and Whistle and Keg in Downtown Youngstown, Ohio

I think it's true that the energy we put out into the world comes back to us. Sometimes that's in the form of life events. Sometimes that's in the form of relationships. If you're really lucky, it's both. When I first met Elizabeth and Dan, I could sense how chill and laid back they were, which totally spoke to me. Once we started shooting their engagement session the other night, I watched another layer peel back and saw just how much joy and laughter they share, together. I aim to bring that to all of my sessions, but these two brought it in spades so I just sat back and enjoyed the love and happiness that was unfolding!…

Morgan and Ryan's Intimate Summer Winery Wedding at Hartford Hill Winery in Fowler, Ohio

Part of the fun that happens for me after I book a client is that I get to know them throughout the planning process, usually in the form of coffee or beer dates. With Morgan and Ryan, I didn't get to meet them in person until a couple of days before the wedding because they live in Wyoming. Though Morgan and I spent a LOT of time emailing back and forth within the past year, nothing compared to hanging with them in person last week! They are just the sweetest, most easy-going and fun couple! I got to see a glimpse of just how much they adore each other at their rehearsal dinner, but all the feels came out on their wedding day!…

Beautiful Wedding Invitations Made Easy with Basic Invite

I get asked by my brides all the time where they can find wedding invitations online. I just recently had an experience with Basic Invites and I wanted to share it with you guys because they are seriously beautiful wedding invitations that you can order online. Ummmm, yes, please! I'm not just talking wedding invitations, either. You can order all of the enclosure cards to go along with them - which includes RSVP cards, direction cards, hotel arrangement cards, gift registry cards, ceremony info cards and even matching thank you cards, save the dates, menus, place cards, bridal shower invites and wedding programs. It's like a one stop shop in wedding stationary! Read all about the site below. SPOILER ALERT: if you get to the very bottom of this blog, then a little surprise is waiting for you!…