Being a wedding photographer, and an organized person, I must maintain a detailed schedule. Sometimes it feels like I’m keeping a schedule just so the weather can change it. So was the case for Molly and Dave’s engagement session. The first try was rained out completely. So, we tried again. The day started off clear and it looked like we would have nice weather.
On the drive to their house, I could see a storm chasing me down. Not long before I arrived, the clouds opened up and the rain began. Then it rained more and more and more. Before long, it was clear the steady drizzle would not quit. I was happy to reschedule or continue, and left the decision to Molly and Dave. After some discussion, we continued.
I’m so glad we continued. The rain added drama when desired, or we could duck into sheltered spaces when needed. After shooting around their home, we headed into downtown Cleveland. I know of many sheltered places in the city, so it was the perfect choice for a good session.
Below are a few of my favorites. The rain need not go away, and we had a wonderful day (I know, I should be a poet :-).
Oh, Bella! Molly and Dave’s Shar-Pei is so sweet. They rescued her from a bad situation and she now has a forever home. As the owner of multiple rescue dogs, I could not have been happier to meet Bella.
We had always planned to use their antique convertible, and the rain wasn’t going to stop us. I love the above-right photo. It feels like the outside looking in.
Molly and Dave really know how to have fun together. Here we are in a parking garage in downtown Cleveland. The empty garage may sound like a strange location, but it offers a nice, clean background and gorgeous, dynamic light.
I don’t pose people much, and I hardly needed to do anything with Molly and Dave. They are just so comfortable with each other.
Above – a private moment with Molly as we waited for some heavy rain to pass. Below, some special requests from the couple.
I would love to share so much more from this session, like some fun “angry bunny” faces, but those are just for Molly and Dave.
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