A Winter Engagement | A Wedding Story

Who said it is too cold out for a portrait? Even though most of the leaves are down and the countryside lies dormant, January is still a beautiful time for an engagement portrait. Many of the couples I meet become engaged around the holidays. Then the planning begins! A good photo of themselves as a couple is a must. Christa and Jonathan are both busy doctors at Duke Hospital. She is a neurologist and he is an orthopedic surgeon. They are planning a December 2012 wedding at Fearrington Village.

They wanted their photos to be simple, classic and real. The trick is to get past the fact that you are posing for a photographer to find some real moments. I tend to just let the couples interact with each other with light direction. This way their real personalities come through and moments abound. I always try to do some verticals as well as horizontals so they have lots of options for save the dates. Thanks for a fun afternoon, Jonathan and Christa!

Let There Be Love | Wedding Story

Margo and Brad are both tall, slim and good-looking. They have an easy way with each other that will serve them well in their marriage. I had photographed their engagement portrait on the UNC campus (Go Heels! That’s for you, Brad) and then also photographed Margo’s bridal portrait at Fearrington. I have really enjoyed getting to know them very much! They were married at University United Methodist Church, which is the church Brad grew up in. They had their reception at Fearrington because Margo loved the cows. I can’t think of a better reason!

You can see their WEDDING STORY by clicking on the photo below. To see the WHOLE story visit their WEDDING GALLERY.

Leslie and Craig | Wedding Story

Leslie and Craig were married in an intimate ceremony surrounded by their closest family and friends on August 20, 2011. They chose The Umstead for its serene beauty and excellent service. What a great choice! After the ceremony a bagpiper led the guests to the reception via a wooded trail alongside a pond. What a nice shout out to Craig’s heritage. It moved his mom and sister to tears! In life Leslie is a dietitian and Craig is an educator. They are perfect for each other. I wish them so much happiness!

Click on the photo below to view their WEDDING STORY.
Or, to see the WHOLE STORY visit their WEDDING GALLERY.

Wedding Coordinator: Barbara Clark, An Elegant Affair
Officiate: Robin Renteria
Floral Design: Tre Bella
Ceremony Musicians: Arioso Strings
Reception Musicians: DJ Joe Bunn
Cake Design: Sweet Memories
Wedding and Reception Venue: The Umstead
Gown Provider: Alexia’s
Formal Wear Provider: Savvi Formalwear