Ryan and Melissa: Engagement Photography {Maryland - I'm Kristen}
"songs I played them for you
a moment, a love
a dream aloud"
a moment, a love
a dream aloud"
sweet disposition - the temper trap


Ryan and Melissa officially won an award from "I'm Kristen." They gave me the longest contract I have ever received. The first two pages are normal contract information and on the last page I have a little "get to know you" section where I ask brides to tell me why they love their men, and vice versa.




She talked about how uplifting and caring Ryan has been. From e-mails with scripture every morning, and flowers for no reason at all to telling her she's beautiful (even with no make-up on) and planning a surprise "half-birthday" party for her.



They wrote that way because they really are that happy! Ryan and Melissa were just so pleasant, so wonderful and clearly so in love.

ps. Melissa was worried because she didn't know how to model and was afraid she looked bad. I told her she was right. Sigh. She just looked so bad in all these pictures. Really frustrating to have models who look bad in all the pictures. Geez.

Um. No. These two could have been sent to me from a modeling agency. I was freeeaaaking out I was so excited taking these pictures!

Aw :) That's adorable.

Can I also give major props to our location? An old auto-body shop and gas station. I love shooting in places that are a bit out-of-the-ordinary! (And I loved how God made twilight hour so glorious.)

:D

If their awesome careers don't work out, good thing they have a back-up plan: Modeling!


I thought I'd mix it up a little?


I'll end with a part of the contract that I particularly loved.
She has changed my life. God is soooo good for allowing me to be a part of her life and to be able to marry her. I'm the luckiest man in the world."

I'm so excited for you two (you happy little heads :D)
These are all so perfect, but the second B&W took my breath away--and literally made me say "wow" out loud! Beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteOHHH MY GOSH.
ReplyDeleteCutest couple ever?!
Kristen, they are so hot.
These images are fabulous.
One of your best.
Ohhh love.
I'm a fan of love.
some of your best ever. seriously!! these are out of a magazine.
ReplyDeletesooo loverly. that light is magic :)
ReplyDeletethird one down is solid!
ReplyDeletepretty awesome!
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect couple! Nice work Kristen, you are rockstar.
ReplyDeletewow these are amazing! love that location:)
ReplyDeleteWow! These are FANTASTIC. Seriously. Each and every one is just so beautiful. And everything you said about them and their love is so sweet :) I'm loving it :).
ReplyDeleteWow!Really beautiful! They look soo in love..you did a splendid job! She kinda looks like J* and her twin..right?!
ReplyDeleteLOVE THESE! The images as well as the story. :D
ReplyDeleteI agree with Andrew! The third one is one of my absolute favorites of yours! It really shows off your talent...and what models they are :D
ReplyDeleteabsolutely perfect, kristen. all i can say:)
ReplyDeleteoh and i agree with jamie..one of your best!
ReplyDeleteGET OUT.
ReplyDeletehot
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh. One of your best for sure! These are absolutely gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteKristen, these are amazing! Each shoot keeps getting better and better! Such an awesomely cute couple!
ReplyDeleteAAAAAAAMAZING! The couple, the location, the story, your skills, EVERYTHING!!!! I love everything!
ReplyDeleteI can't even handle how perfect these are. SERIOUSLY. This couple is HAWT and made even hotter by your photos.
ReplyDeleteoh friend these are ammmmmmmmazing!
ReplyDeleteSuch a CUTE couple!! You are amazing. :)
ReplyDeletei like this very much.
ReplyDeleteholy crap. seriously. OH. MY. GOD. too hot!!!
ReplyDeleteThese are fantastic; all of these are stunning photos! I love the one where it's one photo, but cut up in 3s. <3
ReplyDeleteWow, Kristen! Seriously! The location is so charming, they are adorable,and the lighting is just perfect! I would really love a list of the locations where you do photoshoots! 8D Great job with the photos! 8D 8D
ReplyDeletei love these! i love the light, location, composition, EVERYTHING!
ReplyDeletecomplete cuteness. ;)
This is a great blog for amateurs who want to understand how photography works.
ReplyDeleteKristen. You're amazing! One of your best, hottest, sweetest, most-cutest, adorable-est, perfect shoots ever. So, so good. :)
ReplyDeleteKristen. You're amazing! One of your best, hottest, sweetest, most-cutest, adorable-est, perfect shoots ever. So, so good. :)
ReplyDeletethese are really great.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great place for the average photo enthusiast like me. The goal of the blog is to teach an average photographer to take great photos. Its relatively short and each point only takes a page to explain.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my blog!! I will have to bookmark yours now :) And HOW LOVELY these pictures are!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping my little blog! Your work is ice cream in august good...love the flare. nice to *meet* you! -CC
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous and this woman is stunning! absolutely stunning!
ReplyDeleteWhat a ridiculously cute couple!! :) I love these, Kristen. Great job.
ReplyDeletegreat shots!perfect lighitng!! and a completely adorable couple!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad I stumbled upon your blog...literally breathtaking. I am an inspiring "professional" photographer, and your pictures are an inspiration to me. Your work is absolutely stunning. I dont know how you find such amazing locations, but I now must throw all three of my kids in the minivan and drive around aimlessly until I find something as extra ordinary as your locations (wish me luck, I have three boys!!)
ReplyDeleteThese are great!
ReplyDeleteI was going to comment and simply say, "cutest couple everrr!" and then I realize that's quite the trend around here on this post! haha. They truly are ADORABLE!
ReplyDeleteCutest couple ever!!!
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