Taryn + Devin {Glendale Anniversary}

Devin and I have a back way connection in that his aunt was a youth leader for me at my church for several years. Although we didn't figure this out until Devin and I had known each other for a while.
After we both were married a little while him and his lovely wife Taryn moved into our apartment complex, actually into our building even. They were kind enough to lend us milk and help us move when we left. They are a great couple and it was a lot of fun to hang out with them for a couple hours while I took some pictures  to celebrate their 2nd anniversary.

Taryn and Devin are both down to earth and it is clear they are in love. They also have known each other since high school so they are so comfortable with each other. There love is much older than 2 years. :)
 Devin likes to tease her in a loving way and I think she likes it because it makes her laugh. They just bought a home so it was fun for me to step out of my comfort zone and try something new as we spent the first half of their session capturing them in their new home. Such an exciting time for them, celebrating 2 years and their first home! (and a new car too :)

Devin has a graphic and web design business that I highly recommend checking out. His focus is on supporting small businesses (like me!) so naturally I'm a fan of his company.

They love to watch shows on Netflix together so of course we had to get a shot of that! Also it's hard to tell in this shot but that shelf above the tv is covered with Dr. Pepper items: bottles, lunch boxes and more. Taryn loves her Dr. Pepper. :)

They live on the west side of the valley so we took advantage and stopped by the Cardinals stadium for a few shots. Luckily there was a big #2 to acknowledge their 2 years of marriage.

See, I told you he is good at making her laugh. :)

Tired of  the smiley faces yet? ;)

Ashley & Keillor {Wedding Formals}

I don't think I could say enough nice things about these two. They were seriously gems to work with. Ashley had her priorities when it came to her wedding and she is a girl after my heart with great photos topping the list of must-haves. I love working with couples who are as excited about getting great shots as I am.

I have more to say but for now I'm just going to share a couple photos from their Bride & Groom session.

Come back for more soon!

Ashley & Keillor {Chandler Engagement}

Saturday I had the chance to photography Ashley & Keillor for their engagement photos. Ashley was a referral from a friend who's name is also Ashley. I think I am starting to really like Ashleys, haha.

Ashley and Keillor were great and we had a lot of fun in down town Chandler. Ashley had so many great ideas and fun props that she brought along. I love it when couples choose to bring things to the session that represent them and their relationship. I really feel like it makes the day of shooting and the photos that much more special for them. I just felt bad because we didn't have enough time to use them all!

Loved her plaid shoes!

I had her bring these white vans even though she wasn't wearing them in the photos because there was a special story behind them. Ashley had always talked about wearing a pair of white vans on her wedding day. One night they were out to dinner with friends and family for Ashley's birthday and Keillor's present was saved for last. She unwrapped it to find a box of white vans, and after he insisted she put them on, she opened them to find a shiny new piece of jewelry tied in the laces. :)

Keillor knows what he's doing when it comes to dipping!

Thanks Ashley and Keillor for letting me photograph your love. Can't wait for your wedding in March!