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Miami, South Florida Engagement Photographer: Melissa + Ryan

Melissa contacted me a few months ago and asked me to photograph a session with herself and her boyfriend. She mentioned that it was not an engagement session but would be special nevertheless as her boyfriend was going to be in his rest and relaxation break from Afghanistan. A few weeks later, I received a Facebook message from Ryan, her boyfriend, who contacted me from Afghanistan. He told me that he was actually proposing to Melissa and wanted me to capture it on camera. Of course I agreed right away and was incredibly excited to photograph them together. As the session got closer, I could tell Melissa had no idea what the day would hold for her.

The day of the session, I could tell Ryan was a little nervous and was trying to figure out the best time to pop the question. He asked me if we could move close to the water and that’s when I knew that he was ready. Melissa was surprised, emotional and on cloud 9.

The couple is incredible together and really are 100% crazy in love with each other….congrats guys! Best wishes…xoxo.

 

Catalina’s Baptism at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church

Baptisms are an incredible opportunity for me to really get to know a family–so many variables fall to place and you learn a lot about the dynamics of a family just simply by observing them for a few hours. That’s why weddings are so intriguing for photographer– I dare say that baptisms run a parallel line to weddings. If you think about it, this too is one of the most important days of a person’s life. This one day can mold and shape you as a person and perhaps affect the type of faith you hold for a lifetime. I am honored that Catalina will have these images years from now and perhaps so will her future daughter or son. Thank you to this wonderful family who invited me to observe them for a few hours–enjoy!

Location: St Patrick’s Catholic Church in Miami Beach

Reception: Sardinia in Miami Beach

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